Serra das Lontras National Park National Park
Brazilian park protecting Atlantic Forest endemics
In Bahia, Serra das Lontras National Park protects remnant Atlantic Forest with rainforest, waterfalls and endemic wildlife; visitors come for short hikes, birdwatching and biodiversity study.
Serra das Lontras National Park at a Glance#
How to Get to Serra das Lontras National Park#
Drive from Itabuna or Ilhéus; access routes vary and some roads are unpaved. The park’s entrance and visitor coordination are handled through local municipal offices in southern Bahia; hire a local driver or guide for the final miles on rural tracks.
Tips for Visiting Serra das Lontras National Park#
- Coordinate with the park administration in Ilhéus or the nearest municipal office for trail conditions - remote tracks can be washed out after rains.
- Listen for bromeliads and frogs on humid mornings; audio recordings aid identification of rare amphibians.
- Combine a visit with nearby coastal attractions in southern Bahia to experience both Atlantic Forest and beaches in one trip.
Best Time to Visit Serra das Lontras National Park#
Mountain cloud-forest conditions make spring and autumn-like months (local dry season) the most comfortable for hiking; the rainy season is spectacular but challenging.
Weather & Climate near Serra das Lontras National Park#
Serra das Lontras National Park's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 14°C to 25°C. Abundant rainfall (1613 mm/year), wettest in July, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Very Good | 18° - 25° | 21° | 124 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 1.8 m/s | 2.9 extreme | 12.8h |
| February | Very Good | 18° - 25° | 21° | 132 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 2.0 m/s | 2.8 extreme | 12.5h |
| March | Very Good | 18° - 25° | 21° | 126 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 1.9 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 12.1h |
| April | Very Good | 17° - 24° | 21° | 131 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 1.8 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 11.6h |
| May | Very Good | 16° - 23° | 19° | 120 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 1.8 m/s | 1.9 very high | 11.3h |
| June | Good | 15° - 22° | 18° | 165 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 1.8 m/s | 1.6 very high | 11.1h |
| July | Good | 14° - 21° | 18° | 171 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 1.9 m/s | 1.7 very high | 11.2h |
| August | Good | 14° - 21° | 18° | 114 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 2.1 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 11.5h |
| September | Very Good | 15° - 22° | 19° | 118 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 1.9 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 11.9h |
| October | Very Good | 16° - 23° | 20° | 121 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 2.2 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 12.3h |
| November | Good | 17° - 24° | 20° | 152 mm | overcast | 78% | 1.9 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 12.7h |
| December | Very Good | 18° - 24° | 21° | 139 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 1.8 m/s | 2.7 extreme | 12.9h |