Cassorova Waterfall Tour in Brotas: Two Falls, Self-Guided Trails

Two of Brazil's most beautiful waterfalls in one morning, on trails you walk yourself.

EcoParque Cassorova is a self-guided waterfall park in Brotas where you walk two separate trails to reach Cassorova Waterfall (60 meters high, chosen the eighth most beautiful in Brazil) and Quatis Waterfall (46 meters), with access to natural pools, a suspension bridge over the canyon, lookouts and full facilities. The park is open to all fitness levels and includes free parking; you bring your own pace and arrange your own transport to the entrance.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore EcoParque Cassorova Waterfalls

• Visit Cassorova Waterfall
• Hike moderate trail to Cassorova
• Visit Quatis Waterfall
• Hike trail near Atlantic forest
• Enjoy natural pools and mini cascades
• Walk suspension bridge over Cassorova Canyon
• Use accessible path and facilities
• Relax at snack bar and restaurant

The Experience

Two waterfalls sit inside one park, each on its own trail. Cassorova Waterfall stands 60 meters high and draws a moderate 200-meter track through the forest; Quatis runs 46 meters with a longer 1,500-meter path alongside a remnant of Atlantic rainforest. You walk both or choose one, moving at whatever speed suits you. The trails are self-guided, so there's no fixed schedule or group rhythm — you stop at viewpoints when you want, turn back early if you need to, or take your time on the forest floor.

The park wraps both trails in infrastructure that changes what a waterfall visit feels like. Natural pools with small cascades sit ready for wading; a suspension bridge crosses the Cassorova Canyon with the full waterfall in view from the middle of it. Lookout platforms give you the falls from above. Locker rooms with showers, bathrooms, a snack bar and restaurant mean you can spend a full day here without leaving to eat or change. Wheelchair-accessible paths run through parts of the park. Free parking sits at the entrance.

You'll need your own transport to reach EcoParque Cassorova — it's not served by hotel pickups or shuttle services. Once you arrive, entry includes everything: the trails, the pools, the bridge, the lookouts and the parking. Bring water and wear shoes that grip wet stone. The forest canopy keeps things cooler than the open sun, but the trails can be slick after rain.

What’s included

• Access to two self-guided waterfall trails.
• natural pools with small cascades.
• suspension bridge over Cassorova Canyon.
• lookout platforms with panoramic views.
• locker rooms with showers.
• bathrooms.
• snack bar and restaurant.
• free parking.
• luggage storage (check at the front desk for conditions).

Good to know

Easy physical levelPets welcomeInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Cassorova e Quartis LTDA

Is this one for you?Self-guided trails suit travelers who want to set their own pace and spend as little or as much time as they want at each waterfall — no fixed schedule, no group waiting. If you prefer a guide explaining the forest and the geology, or if you need transport arranged from your hotel, look for a guided tour instead.

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Top questions

How long does it take to walk both waterfall trails at Cassorova?

The Cassorova trail runs 200 meters at a moderate pace, while the Quatis trail stretches roughly 1,500 meters. Most visitors spend two to eight hours at the park depending on how many trails they walk, how long they linger at each waterfall, and whether they use the pools and facilities. You set the pace.

What makes Cassorova Waterfall special compared to other falls in Brazil?

Cassorova Waterfall was chosen as the eighth most beautiful waterfall in Brazil by Travel and Tourism Magazine, according to the park. At 60 meters high, it's one of the state's most photographed falls, and the suspension bridge lets you stand directly over the canyon with the cascade in full view.

Can I swim or wade in the water at EcoParque Cassorova?

The park has natural pools with small cascades where you can wade and cool off. Locker rooms with showers are available if you want to change afterward. The pools are separate from the main waterfall trails.

Do I need a guide to walk the trails, or can I explore on my own?

The trails are self-guided, so you walk them at your own pace without a guide. The park is suitable for all fitness levels, and wheelchair-accessible paths are available for parts of the grounds.

What's included in the entry price to EcoParque Cassorova?

Entry includes access to both waterfall trails, the natural pools, the suspension bridge, lookout platforms, locker rooms with showers, bathrooms, and free parking. Food, drinks and transport to the park are not included.

How do I get to EcoParque Cassorova from Brotas?

You'll need to arrange your own transport — the park does not offer hotel pickups or shuttle services. Once you arrive, parking is free at the entrance.