the water travels down the mountain from a height of about 20 meters, and forcefully blankets across a wide coverage of rocks - it is a robust sight to behold, and reminds visitors of nature's dominance, in this region of the world.

waterfalls are scattered all over the miguel pereira region, including the small town of santa branca, in the district of conrad - the town's best-known tourist attraction, is the self named santa branca waterfall (cachoeira de santa branca).

the waterfall is born high in the mountains, in the lagoa das lontras, and consists of three water jumps, each 3 feet high - the natural pool in which the water falls, is also a welcome rest-spot for jungle trekkers, who often stop there for a quick swim in the summertime.