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In February 2026, a comprehensive mapping by the PlanetaEXO platform, featured in Viagem e Turismo magazine, highlighted 15 breathtaking Brazilian destinations focused on environmental conservation. The survey covers itineraries across all national biomes, shedding light on pristine areas that seamlessly integrate tourism into the daily lives of local communities.
In the northeastern state of Piauí, the Serra da Capivara National Park stands out in the selection thanks to its vast 130,000-hectare expanse. This spectacular reserve holds around 30,000 cataloged rock art records. Over in Bahia, the Chapada Diamantina encompasses a stunning 38,000-square-kilometer territory, where local eco-operators, such as the Nas Alturas agency, guide visitors to breathtaking waterfalls dropping up to 400 meters, like the magnificent Cachoeira da Fumaça (Smoke Waterfall).
Center-West Gems and Sustainable Infrastructure
In Mato Grosso, the eco-hub of Nobres concentrates most of its crystal-clear river snorkeling in the Vila Bom Jardim district, located 65 kilometers from the town center. Offering an exclusive, off-the-beaten-path experience, the region boasts a lower visitor flow compared to the famous town of Bonito in Mato Grosso do Sul, ensuring an intimate and uncrowded encounter with its limestone-rich springs.
At the scenic border of Goiás, Minas Gerais, and Bahia, the Cerrado da Trijunção reserve anchors its sustainable tourism around the Pousada Trijunção. This eco-lodge utilizes solar panels and rainwater harvesting to operate harmoniously in a beautifully isolated area. Demonstrating a strong commitment to wildlife conservation, the lodge also funds the Onçafari project, dedicated to monitoring and spotting the majestic maned wolf.
Monitored Biomes and Exhilarating Activities
According to the PlanetaEXO report, these exploration routes require expert technical guidance to ensure a minimal footprint on native wildlife. The array of evaluated territories includes diverse geographic hubs:
- The stunning dunes of Lençóis Maranhenses, the Catimbau Valley, and the pristine archipelago of Fernando de Noronha in the Northeast.
- The rugged Serras Gerais, the wildlife-rich Pantanal, and the mystical Chapada dos Veadeiros in the heart of the country.
- Cambará do Sul, in the southern state of Rio Grande do Sul, featuring trails along the dramatic stone walls of the Itaimbezinho Canyon.
Transitioning to marine environments, the Abrolhos National Park is home to the largest coral reef formation in South America. The marine sanctuary welcomes tourists staying aboard floating catamarans, offering world-class scuba diving and front-row seats to the mesmerizing migratory route of humpback whales.