Guaporé Biological Reserve

Guaporé Biological Reserve is a large protected forest area in Rondônia along the Brazil-Bolivia border. It contains dense rainforest, extensive wetlands, and multiple river systems centered on the Guaporé River.

The Brazilian government created this protected area in 1982 to safeguard the Guaporé River basin and its diverse ecosystems. Its establishment was part of broader efforts to protect the Amazon during a period of growing environmental awareness.

The reserve holds significance for researchers and conservationists who work to understand and protect the Amazon's wilderness. It serves as a working laboratory where the natural processes of the rainforest can be observed and studied without disturbance.

Entry requires advance authorization from the Chico Mendes Institute for Biodiversity Conservation and is limited to research and educational activities. Visitors should contact local guides and the managing authority before traveling to clarify access requirements and current conditions.

The reserve protects a concentration of plant and animal species found nowhere else in such density. This rare biodiversity makes it a critical location for understanding and preserving the Amazon's genetic heritage.

Location: Rondônia

Inception: 1982

GPS coordinates: -12.42600,-62.88900

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:41