Alto Cariri National Park

The national park spans 19,238 hectares of protected land, featuring montane rainforest in the east and semi-deciduous forest in the west.

The Brazilian government established Alto Cariri National Park on June 11, 2010, as part of the Central Atlantic Forest Ecological Corridor protection initiative.

The park represents Brazil's commitment to environmental preservation through the Chico Mendes Institute for Biodiversity Conservation management system.

Visitors can explore hiking trails, conduct scientific research, and participate in environmental education programs within the designated areas.

The protected area houses 35 amphibian species, including nine endemic varieties and four newly discovered species in its diverse ecosystem.

Location: Guaratinga

Operator: Instituto Chico Mendes de Conservação da Biodiversidade

Website: https://icmbio.gov.br/portal/biodiversidade/unidades-de-conservacao/biomas-brasileiros/mata-atlantica/unidades-de-conservacao-mata-atlantica/2206-parna-do-alto-cariri.html

GPS coordinates: -16.36300,-39.98600

Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:11