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Ecotourism in Brazil’s national parks is emerging as a premier travel choice for nature lovers. Destinations spanning various biomes provide well-managed access to breathtaking waterfalls, with trails catering to all fitness levels, from easy walks to challenging hikes.
In the state of Bahia, Chapada Diamantina National Park is home to Cachoeira da Fumaça (Smoke Waterfall), one of the country’s tallest with a stunning 380-meter drop. Reaching the top involves a 6-kilometer hike from the Capão Valley, a rewarding challenge for physically prepared visitors.
In Southern Brazil, Iguaçu National Park in Paraná state manages the world-renowned Iguaçu Falls, a spectacular complex of 275 individual waterfalls. The park’s excellent infrastructure includes extensive walkways that guide visitors to incredible viewpoints, including the famous Garganta do Diabo (Devil’s Throat).
In Minas Gerais, the Tabuleiro Municipal Natural Park, located in Conceição do Mato Dentro, features the impressive 273-meter Tabuleiro Waterfall. The site offers two main trails: one leading to the top of the falls and another that descends to the natural pool at its base.
In Brazil’s Central-West region, Chapada dos Guimarães National Park in Mato Grosso features the Cachoeira Véu de Noiva (Bridal Veil Waterfall) as one of its main attractions. The 86-meter cascade can be admired from a dedicated viewpoint, though swimming in the main pool is not permitted for conservation reasons.
Featured Destinations Accessible via Parks
- Cachoeira da Fumaça (380 m) – Chapada Diamantina National Park, Bahia.
- Iguaçu Falls (275 falls) – Iguaçu National Park, Paraná.
- Cachoeira do Tabuleiro (273 m) – Tabuleiro Municipal Natural Park, Minas Gerais.
- Cachoeira Véu de Noiva (86 m) – Chapada dos Guimarães National Park, Mato Grosso.
- Salto do Yucumã (1,800 m in length) – Turvo State Park, Rio Grande do Sul.