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Itatiaia National Park is located two hours drive west of Rio de Janiero, Brazil. Founded in 1951, Itatiaia (pronounced "Ee-Tah-Tee-Ya-Ya") is the oldest, and in many ways, the most beautiful of Brazil's national parks. The park is protected and managed by Brazil's Park Service, IBAMA. | |
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The terrain of the Park is mountainous, ranging from 3,000 feet to over 9,000 feet in elevation. A series of trails gives access to pristine forest and rushing streams. | |
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For years before the park was founded, Itatiaia was a favorite destination to escape the heat of the summer lowlands. IBAMA permits houses and hotels built before the region became a national park to remain. So there are several options for lodging inside the park. | |
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Punctuated by the yellow blossoms of the Ype tree, the forests of Itatiaia stretch up to the skyline. | |
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The highest elevations of Itaitiaia have boggy meadows surrounded by granite peaks. | |
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| Click below to explore Itaitaia. Choose from birds, moths, insects, and plants. | |||
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