Cachoeira da Sentinela
A rocky waterfall and pools on the road to Biribiri. Park and walk a few steps to reach it, making it an easy stop for a dip on the way.
Cachoeira da Sentinela lies by the road from the historic town to Biribiri Village. The stream has carved a series of channels, slides and pools into pink quartzite, forming natural swimming pools with rock platforms around them for sunbathing and picnics. It is about 7 km from the historic town, a few minutes' walk from the parking spot, making it one of the easiest waterfalls to reach. Locals gather here in large numbers on weekends. After rain the current can be strong, so do not take risks. The rock surfaces are very slippery, and you should protect yourself from the sun.
Opening hours
Open daytime
Nearby sights
- Cachoeira dos Cristais
- Biribiri Village & State Park
- Caminho dos Escravos
- Passadiço da Glória
- Igreja de São Francisco de Assis
- Casa de Juscelino Kubitschek
- Mercado Velho
- Museu do Diamante