The Amazon Rainforest and the enormous river of the same name have proven to be invaluable resources for Brazil and South America alike. In fact, in addition to the important resources that they provide in terms of the environment and their being an important habitat to a plethora of plant- and animal species, the Amazon rainforest and river are also major attractions for people from all over the world, encouraging them to visit Brazil and experience its natural splendour for themselves.
The Amazon is home to hundreds of thousands of different species. To protect these, national parks and reserves have had to be established. These invite visitors to see the fauna and flora within its natural habitat, while protecting (to some degree) against widespread destruction, illness, and so on. These parks must promote sustainability and source funds to remain viable. Every year, they welcome local and international visitors, educating these ones and providing them with the precious chance to experience the diversity of Brazil’s natural arena.
Some of these parks are:
Mamiraua
A floating hotel nestled within the unrivalled beauty of Mamiraua is just the thing to welcome tourists from all over the world. This region comprises flooded forests, which guests are encouraged to explore on canoe.
http://www.amazonadventures.com/mamiraua.htm
http://www.mamiraua.org.br/
The Cabo Orange National Park
The Cabo Orange National Park is significant because it is situated on the coastline of Brazil; the only one in the rainforest that enjoys such a location. This means, of course, that the faunal and floral species found here are quite different to those of the areas situated further inland. The park is accessible by boat and provides a fascinating look at the very different ecosystems of the coast and the jungle, juxtaposed with one another.
http://www.amazonia.org.br/english/guia/detalhes.cfm
The Tumucumaque Mountains National Park
This is the biggest tropical forest protected region of the world with a total area of 38 874 square kilometres. Due to its only being opened in 2002, this park is still undergoing development, as it is considered to be rather new. This park is accessible from Macapa (the capital of the state of Amapa) or Oiapoque.
http://www.mozilla.org/parks/tumucumaque/
The Cantão State Park
This park marks the beginning of the Amazon Rainforest. This means that it consists both of the dense vegetation typical of the rainforest and the savannah-style vegetation, known as Cerrado. This combination creates a unique habitat for a variety of fascinating animals. The Cantão State Park is designed for tourists and has a fabulous infrastructure to cater to their needs.
http://jalapao.to.gov.br/en/cantao/21
The Jau National Park
The Jau National Park is the largest forest reserve on the continent, with an area of more than 23 000 kilometres. It is home to fascinating wildlife, including jaguars and Amazon River dolphins. There are navigable rivers for tourists, as well as plenty of accommodation, making it the perfect retreat for visitors to Brazil.
http://www.eoearth.org/article/Jaú_National_Park,_Brazil
The Serra do Divisor National Park
This is situated within the heart of the Amazon Rainforest and borders Peru. It boasts a number of protected areas and has specific interests in indigenous matters.
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