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The World’s 100 Best Waterfalls

Cachoeira do Juju

Baependi, Minas Gerais, Brazil

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST WATERFALLS WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 49 2026
Cachoeira do Juju

A tall fall with an infinity-edge pool at its top, set in a green valley ringed by mountains. Reaching it means a dirt road of about 37 km from Baependi, then a roughly 1 km trail from the parking area.

Highlights

  • Infinity-edge pool at top
  • Green valley and mountains
  • Swimming hole at the top

Good to know

  • Parking costs R$10
  • Trail about 1 km, some dangerous spots
  • Dirt road; 4x4 advised, avoid rainy days

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