Mata de Santa Genebra

Mata de Santa Genebra is a nature reserve covering more than 250 hectares of semi-deciduous forest in the Paulínia region. The forest contains tall trees and multiple natural water springs that feed into the surrounding environment.

The area was originally part of a coffee plantation and was later purchased and protected by a local family. The forest remained intact while the surrounding region developed for other purposes.

The forest serves as a learning space for natural science studies and draws researchers from nearby universities. Visitors can observe scientific fieldwork happening on-site and understand the forest's role in advancing knowledge.

The site is accessible year-round and offers trails for exploring the forest at a leisurely pace. Visitors should bring appropriate clothing and footwear since the terrain can be uneven and damp.

The forest houses an unusually high number of bird species in a relatively small space. Because the woodland is isolated by development all around it, the bird populations have developed uncommon patterns.

Location: Paulínia

Operator: Instituto Chico Mendes de Conservação da Biodiversidade

GPS coordinates: -22.82299,-47.10926

Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:00