Ubajara National Park

Ubajara National Park is a nature reserve in Ceará with caves, waterfalls, and mountains spread across about 6,300 hectares of protected land. The park spans three municipalities and presents visitors with diverse landscapes to discover.

The park was created on April 30, 1959, under President Juscelino Kubitschek, following recognition of its geological significance by David Azambuja. This establishment protected the region's natural formations from further change.

The name comes from indigenous languages and means either 'Lord of the Canoe' or 'Lord of the Arrows', reflecting traditions of the original peoples. These names echo the connection between the land and those who once lived here.

Visitors should arrange guided tours in advance through Ibama, as entry requires official authorization. February through June offers the most favorable conditions for walking and exploring the landscapes.

A chairlift carries visitors down to Ubajara Grotto, where calcium deposits have formed intricate mineral formations over thousands of years. These underground structures reveal how water and time shape the landscape below ground.

Location: Ceará

Location: Ubajara

Inception: 1959

Elevation above the sea: 596 m

Email: parnaubajara.ce@ibama.gov.br

GPS coordinates: -3.76628,-40.89798

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:45