The snippets describe a waterfall on Rio Três Barras but refer to it as "Cachoeira do Rio Três Barras" rather than "Cachoeira Dos Sarmentos." However, the location details align closely enough to provide a useful description.

This remote waterfall sits on Rio Três Barras at roughly 810 meters of altitude, in the Cabeluda region near Monte Crista, in the municipality of Garuva, Santa Catarina.

Reaching it is a serious undertaking: hikers must first ascend Monte Crista, which tops out at 927 meters, via an approximately 10-kilometer trail. From the summit plateau, an additional 2.

5 kilometers of walking with a gradual descent leads down to the river and the falls. The cold water after the long trek is considered a highlight by those who make the journey.