lagoon · Nova Redenção, BA
Olho d'Água da Urânia
A spring with blue, clear water near Poço Azul, home to small fish. A rustic wooden deck gives access for swimming and floating with a mask and snorkel.
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About Olho d'Água da Urânia
Olho d'Água da Urânia is a spring that forms a lagoon of blue, clear water in the countryside of Nova Redenção, in Chapada Diamantina (BA). It is on the bank of the Paraguaçu River, a few kilometers from Poço Azul, and offers a different experience: here you swim outdoors, in a lagoon surrounded by woods and pasture.
The main attraction is floating. With a mask and snorkel, you can see the bottom covered in aquatic plants and thousands of small fish swimming around you. On the surface, leaves of aquatic plants appear near the banks.
The facilities are basic, without the comforts of the region's better-known attractions. There is an entrance fee, and floating gear is usually available on site. The lagoon is deep, so if you are not a strong swimmer, wear a life vest.
It is a good add-on if you are going to Poço Azul and want another swim in clear water on the same day.
Before you go
Practical information
How much time to set aside
Allow about one to two hours for swimming and floating.
Best time
On sunny days, in the morning or until early afternoon, when the high light enters the water and makes the bottom and the fish more visible.
How to get there
It is in the countryside of Nova Redenção, near Poço Azul. Go by car or with a Chapada guide or agency; the final stretch is on foot, with a crossing of the Paraguaçu River.
Tip
Bring your own mask and snorkel if you have them, plus water, snacks and biodegradable sunscreen: facilities on site are minimal.
A look at the place
Olho d'Água da Urânia in pictures
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Frequently asked questions about Olho d'Água da Urânia
Is there an entrance fee for Olho d'Água da Urânia?
Yes, there is an entrance fee. Floating may be charged separately; check on site.
Is Olho d'Água da Urânia the same as Poço Azul?
No. They are different attractions close to each other, in Nova Redenção. Poço Azul is inside a cave; Urânia is an open-air lagoon on the bank of the Paraguaçu River.
Can I go floating there?
Yes. Floating with a mask and snorkel is the main activity, with lots of small fish and aquatic plants in view.
Do I need a guide?
It is recommended. Access is poorly marked and includes crossing the Paraguaçu River on foot.
Is it good for children?
With care. The lagoon is deep and there are no lifeguards; children should wear a life vest and always be supervised.