Pico da Neblina National Park Park

Address: Pico da Neblina National Park, Amazonas, Brazil

Pico da Neblina National Park is a large protected area in Brazil’s Amazonas state that protects the Neblina massif, including Brazil’s highest point, Pico da Neblina. The park conserves montane rainforest, isolated highland plateaus and tepui-style formations on the border with Venezuela.

Key attractions are the high-elevation landscapes and the Pico da Neblina summit at 2,995 metres, together with remote, biodiverse rainforest ecosystems. The park is notable for its ecological importance and for containing landscapes that are culturally and environmentally sensitive.

The park was established to protect these unique highland rainforests and the indigenous peoples who live in and around the area, and it lies in northwestern Amazonas along the Brazil-Venezuela border. Access is remote and typically undertaken from riverine towns and with official permissions.

• Access and permits: Entry and travel within the park are strictly regulated; visits normally require permits from federal authorities and coordination with indigenous communities in the area.
• Ecology: Terrain combines lowland Amazon rainforest with isolated high-elevation plateaus and tepui-like massifs, creating high biodiversity and many endemic species.

What to See#

• Pico da Neblina: Contains Pico da Neblina, the highest point in Brazil at 2,995 metres, a table-like massif with montane rainforest and unique tepui formations.
• Neblina massif: Includes the Neblina massif and adjacent highland plateaus that rise abruptly from surrounding lowland rainforest and host endemic flora and fauna.

Access is tightly controlled and typically begins from airstrips or river ports in Amazonas state; authorised guides and ICMBio permits are required. Because logistics are complex and subject to change, arrange travel well in advance with specialists.

• Entry requires official permits and usually an authorised guide-check with Brazil's ICMBio and local offices.
• Travel to the park is a logistical undertaking involving fly-in to São Gabriel da Cachoeira or a river approach; plan for several days.
• Respect indigenous territories and park regulations; many routes require coordination with local communities.