Caracol Falls, Natural waterfall in Canela, Brazil
The Caracol Falls drops 131 meters from basalt cliffs in Serra Geral, creating two distinct cascades that flow into the Lageana Valley.
The waterfall formed millions of years ago through geological processes in the Serra Geral basaltic rocks, shaping the landscape of southern Brazil.
The falls represent a meeting point between two distinct ecosystems: the Brazilian Plateau pine forests and the Atlantic Forest of the southern coast.
Visitors can view the falls from a 30-meter observation tower with an elevator, take an aerial cable car, or descend 927 steps to reach the base.
The water flows over a protruding cliff edge, creating a natural phenomenon where the second cascade appears to emerge from the rock face itself.
Location: Rio Grande do Sul
GPS coordinates: -29.31120,-50.85441
Latest update: May 11, 2025 09:34
The South Region of Brazil brings together nature reserves, waterfalls, beaches, and mountain peaks. Here you find geological formations such as canyons and caves, plus islands with archaeological sites. The landscape ranges from the Atlantic coast to inland highlands, where subtropical rainforest grows and rivers run through gorges. The region offers surf areas like Guarda do Embaú and Praia do Rosa, hiking trails through Cânion Itaimbezinho and Cânion Fortaleza, and mountain destinations such as Pico Paraná and Morro da Igreja. Nature parks like Parque Nacional de Aparados da Serra and Reserva Natural Salto Morato protect native species and ecosystems. Visitors can explore sandstone formations at Parque Estadual de Vila Velha, walk through caves like Gruta de Botuverá, or visit islands such as Ilha do Campeche. Serra do Rio do Rastro winds through curves into the mountains, while waterfalls like Cachoeira do Avencal and Cascata Encantada drop through forests.
Brazil has numerous waterfalls and hot springs across its varied landscapes. At Iguaçu, water flows over 275 individual falls. The Chapada Diamantina region contains several waterfalls, including the 1,247-foot (380-meter) Cachoeira da Fumaça. Serra da Canastra is home to the 610-foot (186-meter) Casca d'Anta waterfall. Natural pools with clear water are found at Poço Azul and Lagoa Azul. The thermal springs at Ibirá provide mineral water at constant temperature. These locations are distributed across different regions of Brazil, from the southern Serra Gaúcha with Caracol cascade to the tablelands of Jalapão in the north. The waterfalls vary in height and volume. Some plunge over steep rock faces, while others flow through narrow canyons. Several of these sites are located in national parks or protected areas.
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