The Parque nacional do Jaú is in the state Amazon, is a rare example of pure Amazon rainforest and is located approx. 220 kilometers from Manaus, it has been part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Most of the park includes rainforest and consists of dense tropical forest or open forests. A peculiarity: the park has only about one crocodile per square kilometer in all habitats.
Other goals
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Rio Mamoria in the south of Manaus near the Amazon, which is accompanied by the Transamazônica (the continuation of the Panamericana), guarantees good rainforest tours. Presidente Figueiredo, 105 kilometers from Manaus, offers archaeological grottos and caves, waterfalls and scenes typical of the country.
language
Portuguese
getting there
Can be reached by motorboat or canoe.Eco Discovery Tours. Av; JOAQUIM NABUCO 854, first floor, center of Manaus. Telephone: 55 (92) xx 3082 4732 or e-mail.http://eco_tours_deutsch.webs.com/
Tourist Attractions
The park shows the abundance of the Amazonian forest and all of its biodiversity of flora and fauna.
activities
It is suitable for walks and hikes and for canoeing or just for contemplating its natural beauties.
kitchen
Exclusively regional, it is advisable to bring canned goods such as long-life sausage, biscuits, etc.
security
All excursions can only be undertaken under government supervision and are therefore completely safe when booked with a registered tour operator and entrance fee must be paid.
- Beware of cheap offers by individual and unauthorized tour guides: If the expedition has not been registered and approved by the authorities, or the traveler causes damage to flora and fauna, there may be difficulties with the police.
climate
Humid tropical rainforest climate, recommended from June to January (February to May is the rainy season).
