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Wooden walkway crossing the forest in the Carajás National Forest

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Self-guided attractions

The self-guided attractions of the Carajás National Forest can be visited without an independent guide accredited by ICMBio. To enter, simply report to the Carajás National Forest gate, open every day from 8am to 3pm. Find out more: +55 (94) 98400-5690.

8 attractions

Photo identification is mandatory for every visitor.

Amazon rainforest canopy seen from below
Nature Self-guided
6 attractions

Trails that cross the standing forest: century-old Brazil nut trees, walkways above the undergrowth, the seasonal lagoon that changes face with every rainy cycle and two inclusive trails, one with braille signage and one adapted for reduced mobility.

Trails

Self-guided

Maria Bonita Trail

The Maria Bonita Trail marks the beginning of the journey through the territory. Ideal for birdwatching and for admiring the bends of the Parauapebas river.

Distance
1km
Trail
1.800m
Time
1h30
Level
Easy

Trails

Self-guided

Castanheira Trail

An immersive walk through the forest to observe century-old Brazil nut trees and other Amazonian giants.

Distance
23km
Trail
4.000m
Time
3 hours
Level
Moderate

Trails

Self-guided

Pequiá Inclusive Trail

An inclusive experience with signage in braille. Even without seeing with the eyes, it is possible to interpret and feel the grandeur of the Amazon rainforest in the soul.

Distance
23km
Trail
1.000m
Time
1 hour
Level
Easy

Trails

Self-guided

Quarubarana Inclusive Trail

An inclusive trail equipped with interpretive signage and adapted structures, so that people with reduced mobility can explore and feel the forest safely.

Distance
23km
Trail
2.400m
Time
1h30
Level
Easy

Trails

Self-guided

Uxí Trail

A safe, accessible route through the Carajás Urban Centre, with walkways in the middle of the forest and shortcuts that let you shorten the route.

Distance
25km
Trail
4.900m
Time
1h30
Level
Easy

Trails

Self-guided

Lagoa da Mata Trail

A walk among giant trees to the seasonal lagoon that attracts river turtles, caimans and birds during the rains. A chance to observe the transition between Amazonian ecosystems.

Distance
30km
Trail
1.200m
Time
1 hour
Level
Easy
Jaguar resting on a platform at the Vale Amazônia Biopark
Science Self-guided
2 attractions

Research, conservation and biodiversity education, experienced directly among the fauna, flora and ore of the Carajás National Forest, inside the planned village that is a national benchmark for quality of life.

Facilities

Self-guided

Vale Amazônia Biopark

A centre for biodiversity research, conservation and education, offering an immersive experience among the fauna, flora and ore of the Carajás National Forest.

Distance
25km
Trail
2.000m
Time
2 hours
Level
Easy

Facilities

Self-guided

Carajás Urban Centre

Known as the Brazilian Belgium, this planned village in the Amazon is a national benchmark for quality of life and sustainable public infrastructure.

Distance
25km
Trail
Not applicable
Time
Not applicable
Level
Easy

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