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Waterfall · Gonçalves, MG
Henriques Waterfall
Sequence of drops of the Rio Capivari, totaling about 100 meters of fall, on the border of Gonçalves and Paraisópolis, with a swimming pool at the upper section and a view of the falls via a short trail.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Henriques Waterfall
Cachoeira dos Henriques, also called Cachoeira dos Martins, is a drop of the Rio Capivari formed by several cascades that together reach about 100 meters. It lies on the border of the municipalities of Gonçalves and Paraisópolis, within the APA Fernão Dias area in the Serra da Mantiqueira.
Access is via the dirt road of the Henriques neighborhood, about 9–10 km from downtown Gonçalves; the visitor area is on the Paraisópolis side. The car is left near the top of the waterfall, where the river forms a pool for bathing before plunging down.
A short trail along the top, to the left of the summit, leads to viewpoints of the fall and descends to the lower pool. The rocks near the water become slippery.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
From 1 to 2 hours, including bathing in the upper pool and the short trail to view the falls.
Best time
On sunny days, in the morning or early afternoon. From November to March the falls usually have more water; after heavy rains keep away from the edge and wait for the river to subside.
How to get there
From Gonçalves, follow the dirt road of the Henriques neighborhood for about 9–10 km, roughly a half-hour drive. Parking is located near the top of the waterfall.
Tip
Stay away from the edge of the drops and wear shoes with good grip. The waterfall is in a rural area with properties nearby: respect fences and carry your trash out.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Henriques Waterfall
What is the height of Cachoeira dos Henriques?
It is formed by several drops of the Rio Capivari which, combined, reach about 100 meters.
Is Cachoeira dos Henriques in Gonçalves or Paraisópolis?
On the border of the two municipalities. The most used access is via the Henriques neighborhood road from Gonçalves, and the visitor area is on the Paraisópolis side.
Can you swim at Cachoeira dos Henriques?
Yes, in the upper pool before the drops. Stay away from the edge of the falls.