Beberibe Cliffs Natural Monument, Protected cliffs and dunes in Beberibe, Brazil

Beberibe Cliffs Natural Monument is a protected coastal formation with steep slopes composed of layered sediments in white, yellow, and red tones. The geological structure reveals a natural record of sand and clay deposits that have accumulated and hardened over time into these visible rock formations.

This protected site was officially established in 2004 through an official decree to safeguard its geological formations from development and natural erosion. The designation reflected growing concerns about preserving such coastal landscapes in the region.

The cliffs lie between Morro Branco and Fontes beaches, and the protected area was set up so that local youth work as guides and explanatory signs are installed. The Gruta da Mãe D'água, a cave on Fontes beach outside the reserve, is much visited and has been degraded by visitors.

The monument lies between Morro Branco and Fontes beaches and can only be visited for eco-tourism or research with permission from the responsible agency. Local youths work as guides, and explanatory signs are installed. The Gruta da Mãe D'água, on Fontes beach outside the protected area, is much visited and at risk of collapse.

The Gruta da Mãe D'água, a cave hollowed out by wave action at the base of the cliffs on Fontes beach, lies just outside the protected area. It is heavily visited and has been degraded by visitors, and it is considered at risk of collapse. A buffer zone or a wider Environmental Protection Area has been proposed to manage the cliffs better.