WaterfallNear Alto Paraíso de Goiás
Cachoeira dos Cristais
- Arriving by car
- Take care on the access road
- according to the guide
- Price paid
- R$ 0 to R$ 30, historical range
- according to the guide
- Pets
- Pets not allowed
- according to the guide
- By car
- ≈ 9.1 km from Alto Paraíso de Goiás
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When to go
Open year-round
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The Rio dos Cristais forms more than a dozen small falls and pools on a property near Alto Paraíso. Among the spots mentioned are Véu de Noiva, about six meters high and reached by a descent of approximately six hundred meters, and Paraíso, approximately four meters high, associated with a more secluded setting.
The attraction combines river swimming with leisure facilities. Facilities include a restaurant and snack bar, camping, a beach volleyball court, a viewpoint, a shop and music performances on specific dates. Pastel (a Brazilian fried pastry) is one of the options for a stop at the snack bar. Opening hours and events should be checked directly.
The business maintains a public hub with shortcuts to Instagram, WhatsApp, the menu, camping and FAQs. Use the customer service contacts to arrange your visit.
Before you go
It starts with what the guide researched and stays current thanks to visitors. Tap or hover over the votes to see how the community answered.
GuideCommunity
Arriving by car
according to the guideTake care on the access roadThere is a rural or dirt stretch, uneven ground, a long drive or incomplete information about the vehicle needed. This does not mean 4×4 is required.Hiking effort
according to the guideVery lightNo walking, or only a very short distance. Check the ground, steps, ramps and access to the restroom; a short distance does not guarantee accessibility.ModerateClimbs, descents and short stretches of rock or gravel. Requires stamina and some hiking experience; heat and rain can make it harder.Price paid
according to the guideR$ 0 to R$ 30Historical range, not the current rate
Pets
according to the guidePets not allowedIn a post dated Sep 30, 2024, the official profile explains that the attraction is not pet friendly, for wildlife preservation and safety.
Read policy ↗Checked on Sep 15, 2026
Kids
no information yetThe guide does not sayLocal guide
no information yetThe guide does not say
Effort varies between routes. Agree on which sections are part of your outing.
Prices and bookings
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The historical range helps compare outings; it is not the current rate and does not necessarily include a guide or transportation.
The route
A descent of approximately 600 m to the Véu de Noiva; the other spots have different access routes.
When to go · according to visitors
| Month | Answers | Recommended by the guide | Rainy season |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | — | No | Yes |
| February | — | No | Yes |
| March | — | No | Yes |
| April | — | No | Yes |
| May | — | No | No |
| June | — | No | No |
| July | — | No | No |
| August | — | No | No |
| September | — | No | No |
| October | — | No | No |
| November | — | No | Yes |
| December | — | No | Yes |
- Rainy season (November to April): more rain and a higher risk of flash floods.
Getting there
Approximate driving distances · Cachoeira dos Cristais, Alto Paraíso de Goiás
- Vila Infinitoby way of São Jorge≈ 47.2 kmRoute
- São Jorgemeasured on Google Maps≈ 45.1 kmRoute
- Alto Paraíso de Goiásmeasured on Google Maps≈ 9.1 kmRoute
- CavalcanteOpenStreetMap estimate≈ 86.5 km≈ 1 h 49Route
Estimated times without stops; dirt stretches usually take longer.
Four fixed bases: Vila Infinito and the centers of São Jorge, Alto Paraíso de Goiás and Cavalcante. Routes measured on Google Maps where available; where the route passes through a measured base, the leg to it is added; the rest are OSRM / OpenStreetMap estimates. Where no distance is shown, the link opens the route on Google Maps. Walking trails are not included.
Distance sources
Routes checked on Google Maps; the distance varies with the route chosen. Checked on Sep 15, 2026.
Bases whose route passes through another measured base: the OSRM / OpenStreetMap leg to it plus the Google Maps route. Checked on Sep 15, 2026.
Road estimates: OSRM / OpenStreetMap. Maps may suggest a different route. Checked on Oct 5, 2026.
Access source ↗The road, as visitors found it
In the guide: About 3 km of dirt road after GO-118. Low-clearance cars may scrape on uneven spots; drive slowly and confirm the road's condition before setting out.
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The place, the terrain and the trails
Where to arrive and start · Support area · Cachoeira dos Cristais. Reference for the restaurant and visitor facilities. Go to the reception to park and start the trails. For Água Fria, arrange access and the activity with the person in charge.
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The green markers show where to start the visit. Check each point’s type: a property reference marks the establishment, not the parking spot or the exact trailhead.
Property reference
Support area · Cachoeira dos Cristais
Reference for the restaurant and visitor facilities. Go to the reception to park and start the trails. For Água Fria, arrange access and the activity with the person in charge.
Location reference · checked Sep 15, 2026. Follow local signs when you arrive.
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Community routes
Visitor recordings on Wikiloc help you get to know the route and its stops. Measurements are approximate and belong to the recorded track; elevation gain adds up the climbs or descents. Difficulty is the author’s own rating and may differ from the guide’s classification. Check current conditions with the attraction’s operator.
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