National park · Brazil
Anavilhanas National ParkParque Nacional Anavilhanas
Enter Anavilhanas for a day boat tour (R$ 120 entry, 2‑hour guide, dry season July–Oct) or skip if water levels are high; stay in Manaus or Novo Airão.
- Source checked
- A source and a date are on record: we read it from an official or published page. Not yet confirmed on the ground.
- Field checked
- Someone checked it on the ground, with the date shown.
- Plan calculated
- Worked out by Voykit from its own data (times, distances, budgets). A calculation, not a measurement.
Unknown times stay unknown. How we verify
More
Map to the park
Add your hotel to get directions from it. · stays in this browser; shared with the pocket card.
Area
3,600 km² (1,390 sq mi)1,390 sq mi (3,600 km²)
approximate
Established
2008
Best months
Jul–Oct
UNESCO
None
Rules in force · 7Above 2,500 m (Bogotá, Quito, Cusco, La Paz) keep the fir…
- South America ↗Above 2,500 m (Bogotá, Quito, Cusco, La Paz) keep the first day light; sleep lower where you can (Sacred Valley before Cusco) and descend if headache comes with vomiting or confusion.
- South America ↗A yellow fever certificate is required on arrival in French Guiana, and asked for on some routes into Bolivia, Paraguay, Suriname and Guyana, or when arriving from Amazon areas — vaccinate at least 10 days before travel and carry the card.
- South America ↗Overnight buses are the norm in Argentina, Chile and Peru, but pick top-tier companies and keep valuables on your body; on-board thefts from overhead racks are the common loss.
- Brazil ↗US, Canadian and Australian citizens need an e-visa (about US$81 — check) applied for online at the official VFS portal before travel; EU and UK citizens do not. Check your passport with Brazil's Ministry of Foreign Affairs before booking.
- Brazil ↗Yellow fever vaccination is recommended for many areas, including the Amazon and Pantanal; check with a travel clinic at least 10 days before travel.
- Brazil ↗Keep your phone out of sight in the street and on beaches; phone theft is the most common crime against visitors in big cities.
- Brazil ↗Carnival 2027 runs about 5–10 February (Tuesday 9 February; Salvador from 4 February): book Rio, Salvador and Recife/Olinda months ahead or avoid those dates.
At a glance
- Country
- Brazil
- Area
- 3,600 km² (1,390 sq mi)1,390 sq mi (3,600 km²)
- check – official area not in sources
- Established
- 2008
- Best months
- Jul–Oct
- Permits
- For some areas
- Base
- Manaus
Anavilhanas National Park protects the second‑largest river archipelago on the Rio Negro, offering boat tours through hundreds of islands, wildlife spotting, and short guided hikes on selected islands.
Decide
Why go, which months, and what lives here when
At a glance
Status
- No UNESCO listing; national park since 2008.
Size and age
3,600 km² (1,390 sq mi)1,390 sq mi (3,600 km²) · national park since 2008
check – official area not in sources
This page covers the park itself. Nearest base: Manaus.
Why go
- Explore the world’s second‑largest river archipelago with hundreds of islands and channels.
- Spot endangered wildlife such as jaguar, harpy eagle and all Amazonian caiman species.
When to go
- JanCaution
- FebCaution
- MarCaution
- AprCaution
- MayCaution
- JunGo
- JulBest
- AugBest
- SepBest
- OctBest
- NovGo
- DecCaution
- Janhigh water, many islands submerged
- Febrainy season, limited access
- Marrainy season
- Aprrainy season
- Mayrainy season
- Juntransition, water still high
- Juldry season, islands accessible
- Augdry season, good wildlife spotting
- Sepdry season, calm waters
- Octdry season, lower water
- Novwater rising, some islands flood
- Decrainy season begins
Wildlife and nature calendar
| What | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harpy eagle, jaguar, pirarucu, spider monkeyAll year | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| All six Amazonian caiman speciesAll year | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
Arrive & move
Getting in, how the park is divided, and where things are
Show 3 sectionsHideHow to get there, Zones and sectors, Sketch map
How to get there
From Manaus
Boat from the port of Manaus to the park entrance near Novo Airão (approx. 2 h).
2–3 h
Open the page →
From Novo Airão
Local boats depart from the dock to the archipelago.
30 min
Zones and sectors
| Zone | What is there | Access |
|---|---|---|
| Main entrance (Novo Airão dock) | Ticket office, boat launch, short interpretive trail. | Open with entry ticket. |
| Island circuit | Network of islands, lakes and wildlife viewing points. | Guided boat tours only. |
Sketch map
Take the points offline
3 points as a GPX waypoint file, plus a plain-text list of coordinates. Save it while you have signal: maps apps show the points without a connection.
Coordinates from ICMBio official site; approximate for entrance dock.
See & do
Caves, trails and wildlife, with how hard each is and whether it needs booking
Show Top experiencesHide
Top experiences
Practical
Fees, permits, rules, where to sleep and what can go wrong
Show 8 sectionsHideEntry fees and permits, Park rules, Where to stay, Safety, Accessibility, Visiting lightly, Questions people ask, Related
Entry fees and permits
| Item | Range | Per | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park entry (boat tour) | BRL 120 (≈ US$25) | person | check – typical fee from local operators |
Ranges, not quotes: fees change without notice. Check with the park or your operator · checked Sep 2026.
Park entry permit or guide
Park rules
- Guides
- A licensed guide is required for any island or trail activity.
- Collecting
- No collection of plants, animals or artifacts.
- Fires
- Open fires prohibited; use designated cooking facilities only.
Where to stay
Near the park
Manaus hotels
Range of options from budget to upscale, 30 km (19 mi) from park entrance.Range of options from budget to upscale, 19 mi (30 km) from park entrance.
Near the park
Novo Airão lodges
Simple riverfront accommodations, convenient for early boat departures.
Safety
Rising water levels medium
Mosquito‑borne diseases medium
How much daylight do you have?
Time out
Finding the local time zone…
Times are local to the spot (zone loading). The half-hour margin is our rule of thumb, not an official figure; light fades earlier in forest or under cloud. Carry a headlamp on any route that could run late.
Accessibility
- Boat access requires boarding steps; not wheelchair‑friendly.
Visiting lightly
- Choose operators that follow the park’s low‑impact guidelines.
- Do not feed wildlife; carry out all litter.
Questions people ask
How much does it cost to enter Anavilhanas?
Entry is typically R$ 120 per person for a guided boat tour; price may vary by operator.
What are the best hikes in Anavilhanas?
The short trail on Ilha do Bananal and guided island‑circuit walks are the main hikes; both require a guide.
When is the best time to visit Anavilhanas?
The dry season from July to October offers the lowest water levels and easiest island access.
Can I visit without a guide?
No. The park mandates a licensed guide for any island or trail activity.
Is camping allowed inside the park?
Camping is prohibited; stay in nearby lodges or hotels.
Deep dive
Every source; fees and rules change, so check before you go
Show the detailsHide
Sources
Ask about Anavilhanas National Park
Loading…
Was this useful?