Cachoeira

Alpes Goianos

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An ecotourism farm on the GO-118 highway (km 197), between Alto Paraíso and Teresina de Goiás, cut through by the Rio Santana, which comes down from the National Park running over large rock slabs, with many small falls and natural pools of translucent golden water. It offers trails of various levels (the main one is easy), lookouts with wine tastings, ancient rock formations, and structured camping with a communal kitchen. The official site is down (07/2026) — confirm operation via WhatsApp (62) 99989-8701 or Instagram @alpesgoianos before you go.

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Trail (round trip)

Easy

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Entry

Before you go

Also recommended in the high-water season (Nov–Apr), when the small falls and pools of the Rio Santana gain volume (Chapada360).

How to get there

PavedAny car makes it.

From Alto Paraíso36 km
From Teresina de Goiás31 km

A gate right on the GO-118, km 197 (paved to the entrance; internal dirt stretch). Alternativas Ecoturismo cites 45 km from Alto Paraíso — confirm access when booking.

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Approximate pin — confirm access with a local guide before driving out there.

The trail

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Time

Easy

Level

Trail lengths not published — the farm offers routes of various levels and the main one is easy (Chapada360). Confirm the routes when booking.

The water & the river

GoldenClarity 4/5Low flow

River: Rio Santana

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Scored 1 to 5. Beauty is subjective — so we split it into axes, letting you sort by what matters to you.

Planning your visit

Alpes Goianos is about 36 km by road from Alto Paraíso; access is by paved road; you arrive with almost no walking.

Do I need a guide?: No — open access, no guide required.
How much is entry?: The price hasn't been confirmed by Atlas Veadeiros yet — ask at the town's tourist office.
Can I go in a regular car?: Yes — paved road.
When to go?: Also recommended in the high-water season (Nov–Apr), when the small falls and pools of the Rio Santana gain volume (Chapada360).