Parque Nacional do Itatiaia

About the protected area

  • Total Area:281 km²

Parque Nacional do Itatiaia is the oldest national park in Brazil. It is located in the Serra da Mantiqueira, in the Maciço do Itatiaia, between the states of Rio de Janeiro and Minas Gerais. The name, of Tupi origin, means "cliff full of rocks." Covering 280 km², the park has waterfalls, mountains, shelters, and campgrounds, and also offers climbing, cycling, and wildlife watching, such as birds and butterflies. You can find detailed information about Parque Nacional do Itatiaia on the Entre Parques BR website - https://entreparquesbr.com.br/itatiaia

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