Pico da Neblina National Park, National park in northern Amazonas, Brazil
Pico da Neblina is a national park in northern Amazonas, Brazil, encompassing over 2 million hectares of tropical rainforest. The terrain ranges from lowland areas along the Rio Negro to mountain ridges that include the country's highest peaks.
President João Figueiredo created the protected area in 1979 to safeguard the natural resources and biodiversity of this Amazon region. The establishment marked a significant effort to preserve one of Brazil's last large wilderness territories.
The Yanomami people have inhabited these forests for generations, living according to their customs and shaping the land through their presence. Visitors encounter these communities and see directly how the people are connected to the forest and its rhythms.
To visit, you need a permit from ICMBio and must work with authorized Yanomami guides who know the terrain. Proper preparation and local support are essential for exploring the trails and climbing routes safely.
The park contains Brazil's two highest mountains: Pico da Neblina at 3,014 meters (9,888 feet) and Pico 31 de Março at 2,992 meters (9,817 feet). These peaks are rarely visited and offer climbers a genuine challenge in a remote setting.
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