Protected Areas in Brazil

Serra dos Órgãos is a mountain range in Rio de Janeiro that is part of the larger Serra do Mar mountain range system that overlooks Guanabara Bay in southeastern Brazil. Serra dos Órgãos National Park protects the range and its water resources.

Serra Furada State Park is located in the Brazilian state of Santa Catarina, protecting a densely forested mountain region that is part of the Atlantic Forest biome. The park is situated on the escarpment of the Serra Geral, adjacent to the São Joaquim National Park, forming a continuous forest area.

Sete Cidades National Park is located in the Northeast Region of Brazil and contains an important geological formation. The park is surrounded by the Serra da Ibiapaba Environmental Protection Area (APA), which protects and conserves Cerrado, Caatinga, and Atlantic Forest remnants.

Nestled in northern Brazil, the Amapá Biodiversity Corridor is a testament to the country's commitment to protecting its invaluable natural heritage. This expansive ecological corridor, spanning over 10 million hectares and encompassing 72% of the state of Amapá, is a true conservation success story. It integrates a network of protected areas and indigenous lands to safeguard the region's exceptional biodiversity.

The Cerrado Biosphere Reserve, spanning across the Brazilian states of Goiás, Tocantins, Maranhão, Piauí, and the Federal District, encompasses the vast and diverse Cerrado biome. Covering a quarter of Brazil's land area, this reserve is a testament to the country's rich natural heritage and ecological significance. Designated by UNESCO, it is one of several Brazilian Biosphere Reserves alongside the Atlantic Forest, Pantanal, Caatinga, and the Central Amazon.

The site of the Cerrado Protected Areas includes the Chapada dos Veadeiros and Emas National Parks, situated on the Brazilian central plateau in the State of Goias. Both parks help protect the Cerrado biome, one of the world's oldest and most diverse ecosystems.

Nestled in the heart of South America, the Pantanal Biosphere Reserve stands as a testament to Brazil's incredible natural wonders. This expansive protected area, spanning the states of Mato Grosso, Mato Grosso do Sul, and a small portion of Goiás, encompasses one of the world's most extensive wetland complexes. It is a dynamic and diverse ecosystem that has captivated ecologists, conservationists, and nature enthusiasts alike.

Tumucumaque Mountains National Park, the world's largest tropical forest national park, is situated in the Amazon Rainforest, bordering French Guyana and Suriname. It is part of the Amapá Biodiversity Corridor and is one of only a few forests still unaltered by humans.

The Serra Geral, an imposing escarpment nestled within the interior of southern Brazil, is a testament to the region's geological complexity and ecological richness. From its eastern reaches in Rio Grande do Sul to its northern extent in São Paulo, this mountain range is a pivotal component of the Serra do Mar system. Within this landscape lies the Serra Geral National Park, established to preserve the region's natural heritage and encompass iconic landmarks such as the Malacara, Churriado, and Fortaleza canyons.