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Before you go
Your trip to Delfinópolis.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
Delfinópolis – MG Destination Nascentes das Gerais e Canastra about 420 km from Belo Horizonte
How to get there
It is about 420 km from Belo Horizonte, about 75 km from Passos and about 90 km from Franca, São Paulo. The waterfalls are in the rural area, accessed via dirt roads leaving from town; those in the Vale da Gurita are more than 30 km away. Without a car, there are local drivers and agencies that run tours.
How many days
Three days allow visiting the Complexo do Claro, the Cachoeira do Ouro and another set of waterfalls in the Vale da Gurita or Serra Preta. With five days you can include the more distant valleys, such as Babilônia, and the scenic road Caminho do Céu.
When to go
Between April and October the dry season makes rural roads more passable. From November to March the waterfalls usually have more water, but there are river crossings and muddy sections that can become difficult. Trails in canyons are recommended only in the dry season.
The seasons shown are the most usual ones; nature doesn't always follow the calendar.
Do you need a car?
Yes. The waterfalls are spread across the rural area, some more than 30 km from town, and certain roads require a high-clearance vehicle or 4x4, with river crossings in the Vale da Gurita. Those who don't drive can hire tours with local drivers.
Suggested itinerary
An order that works
Built with the places on this page. No rush: it's paced so you have time to see them.
One day in Delfinópolis
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Morning
Complexo do Claro
Start at the Complexo do Claro, about 7 km from town, and follow the trail of five waterfalls, from do Tombo to Cidade das Pedras.
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Afternoon
Bath and lunch at Claro
Have lunch at the property's restaurant and return to the quieter pools, such as the one at Cachoeira da Paz, for an afternoon swim.
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Late afternoon
Represa de Peixoto
Back in town, go to the shore of the Peixoto reservoir, which forms the large lake in front of Delfinópolis.
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Evening
Town center
Dine in the town center and try Canastra cheese and the cachaça from the municipality's alambiques.
Check before you go. Opening hours and days change, and places may close for renovations, holidays or events. This itinerary is a suggestion from Cidade Turismo, not a commitment: plan yours by checking directly with each place you intend to visit.
Before you go
Frequently asked questions
How many waterfalls does Delfinópolis have?
The city hall cites more than 150 waterfalls in the municipality, spread across mountains and valleys such as Serra Preta, Vale da Gurita and Babilônia. Many are grouped in complexes within farms, with trails and visitor facilities.
Are the waterfalls in Delfinópolis paid?
Most are on private properties, which charge an entrance fee to maintain trails, parking and restrooms. Rates vary from place to place; check before you go.
Do you need a 4x4 in Delfinópolis?
For the waterfalls near town, such as the Complexo do Claro, no. For the Vale da Gurita and the more distant valleys, there are dirt, mountain and river-crossing sections where a high-clearance vehicle or 4x4 helps, especially in the rainy season.
Is Delfinópolis in the Serra da Canastra?
Yes. The municipality is on the southern side of the Serra da Canastra and part of its territory lies within the Serra da Canastra National Park. Most of the visited waterfalls, however, are outside the park, on farms.
What is the best time to go to Delfinópolis?
From April to October, when dirt roads are firmer. From November to March the waterfalls usually have more water, but rain makes access more difficult and can close some trails.