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Jaú National Park Adventures

Jaú National Park is one of Brazil's largest national parks, offering a fascinating blend of vast Amazon rainforest, diverse wildlife, and extensive river systems.

5,632,000
Acres Protected
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Miles of Trails
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Annual Visitors
1980
Year Established

About Jaú National Park

Jaú National Park
 

Jaú National Park, encompassing over 5.6 million acres, is a vast protected area located in the Amazonas state of Brazil. It forms a crucial part of the Central Amazon Conservation Complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The park is characterized by its dense and lush Amazon rainforest, interlaced with black-water rivers like the Rio Jaú, and serves as a biodiversity hotspot. Many species of flora and fauna reside here, including jaguars, Amazon river dolphins, and several types of primates and birds. Established in 1980, the park remains one of the most pristine areas of the Amazon, offering a glimpse into untouched wilderness. Visitors can engage in activities such as boating, fishing, and guided nature hikes, experiencing the serenity and complexity of the rainforest ecosystem. Key attractions include the dramatic black-water rivers and unique wildlife continually drawing nature enthusiasts and researchers alike.

Highlights

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The black-water rivers and intricate river systems

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Home to diverse wildlife, including jaguars and river dolphins

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Part of the UNESCO Central Amazon Conservation Complex

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Remote and pristine rainforest adventures

Notable Natural Features

Rio Jaú

A major black-water river offering unique water ecosystems and breathtaking scenery.

Biodiversity Hotspot

Home to jaguars, Amazon river dolphins, and countless bird species.

UNESCO World Heritage Site

Part of the Central Amazon Conservation Complex renowned for its ecological significance.