Bananal Island, River island in Tocantins, Brazil
Bananal Island extends 400 kilometers in length and 120 kilometers in width between two channels of the Araguaia River in central Brazil.
The designation of Araguaia National Park in 1959 established protection for the northern section of Bananal Island and its natural resources.
The Javaés, Karajá, Ava-Canoeiro, and Tuxá tribes maintain sixteen villages across the island, preserving their traditional ways of life.
Access to the island requires boat transportation during most months, while vehicles can cross the river during the dry season.
The landscape contains 100 lakes and experiences annual flooding for six months, creating an environment for commercial and sport fishing activities.
Location: Tocantins
Elevation above the sea: 189 m
GPS coordinates: -11.33333,-50.41667
Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:50
Northern Brazil contains natural areas and cultural sites away from regular tourist routes. Visitors find waterfalls, lakes and caves in the Amazon region along with colonial buildings. The area includes national parks, nature reserves and indigenous territories with diverse plants and animals.
The Central West region of Brazil contains natural sites and remote locations. The region features waterfalls, caves, underground rivers and mountain ranges. The area includes colonial towns, archaeological sites and national parks with wildlife.
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