Reserva de Desenvolvimento Sustentável Estadual Ponta do Tubarão

The Reserva de Desenvolvimento Sustentável Estadual Ponta do Tubarão is a large protected area encompassing diverse habitats such as mangrove forests, coastal plateaus, Atlantic Forest fragments, beaches, rivers, and lagoons. It spans multiple municipalities and brings together different natural environments in one region.

The reserve was established in 2003 through State Law No. 8.349, making it the second of its kind in Brazil. This founding represented an important step for sustainable development and environmental protection in northeastern Brazil.

Local communities in Diogo Lopes and Sertãozinho maintain traditional ways of living while actively participating in environmental protection and resource management. Their daily presence and local knowledge shape how the area functions and evolves.

You can reach the area via highways BR 406, RN-401, RN-221, and RN-403. Nearby towns of Macau and Guamaré offer lodging and supplies for your visit.

The area combines scientific research, environmental education, and community tourism through guided walks on land and water. Local guides lead visitors and share their deep knowledge of the natural habitats.