Serra dos Órgãos National Park was created in 1939 to protect the exceptional landscape and the biodiversity of the mountains of Rio de Janeiro State. A total of 11000 hectares are protected, covering the counties of Teresópolis, Petrópolis, Magé and Guapimirim.

The Park protects the part of the Organ Mountains’ forests and the high lands of altitude ranging from 200m to 2263m, where lies Pedra do Sino, the highest point of Serra dos Órgãos. This great altitude variation has created unique environments of rich biodiversity. The National Park helps protect more than 264 species of birds, 58 species of mammals and a great number of endemic species, that is, those that only occur in this region.

Besides its beauty and the importance of its biodiversity, the National Park is one of Brazil’s best places for the practice of outdoor sports, such as hiking, rock climbing, rappel and others.

VISITING THE PARK

Serra dos Órgãos National Park has three different entrances: Teresópolis, Petrópolis (Bonfim) and Guapimirim.

The Park’s main entrance is located at Teresópolis, counting with excellent infra-structure. At this entrance there are many options such as camping sites, trails for all types of trekkers, a natural pool and the visitors` center.

At the Petrópolis entrance the visitor can enjoy beautiful waterfalls as well as different options of trails. The traditional crossing trail from Petrópolis all the way to Teresópolis parts from this entrance.

The Guapimirim entrance offers a great variety of attractions. Among these attractions are the Soberbo River with its many waterfalls and pleasant swimming areas, the scenic beauty of the landscapes and the exuberant Rain Forest, with a privileged view of the Escalavrado Mountain, as well as many options of trails, camping and picnic sites. At Guapimirim, tourists can also visit the Von Martius Museum and historic ruins from the times when this area was a coffee farm.

Before visiting the Park it is important to learn the Public Use and Mountain Rules, as well as some norms of behavior in protected areas.

TAXES

Intensive Visitation Area R$ 3,00
Use of camping site (overnight) R$ 6,00
Mountain Trails* (overnight) R$12,00
Car (parking) R$ 5,00
Motorcycle (parking) R$ 3,00

All taxes are non refundable.

* Mountain Trails include the trail to “Pedra do Sino” and Teresópolis-Petrópolis trail. For safety reasons, the filling of the Responsibility Term (download) is mandatory to use the mountains trails.

Keep your ticket with you. You may be asked to present it to Park employees.

WARNING

Serra dos Órgãos National Park is a Fully Protected Area, with the main goals of preserving biodiversity, exceptional landscapes and ecosystems found in the mountain Rain Forest, allowing recreational activities in contact with nature and eco-tourism.

All Park areas offer risks to visitors’ safety. Visitors must always be aware of dangers such as slippery rocks, poisonous animals, flash flood, thermal chocks, drowning, among others. You are responsible for you own safety. Please observe and respect signs, warnings, and the rules presented in this document.

Visiting hours: from 8 am to 5 pm; entrance to camping and mountain areas is allowed from 6 am to 10 pm exclusively for tickets bought in advance.

PARK RULES - IT IS PROHIBITED:

• To enter or leave the park using any entrance different than the official ones;
• The presence of domestic animals within the park;
• To shout or produce noise of any kind that may disturb the local fauna;
• To light fires or balloons;
• To litter trails, camping sites or any other area of the park. All the garbage produced by visitors must be collected, and properly discarded.
• To carry any kind of weapon, including firearms, sling-shots, traps, large knives, axes, and alike;
• To collect plants, flowers or seeds;
• To engrave names, dates or any other signs in rocks, trees, signs or buildings;
• To use shortcuts or interdicted areas;
• To feed, hunt, capture or hassle wild animals;
• To fail to present the ticket when asked by Park personnel;
• To deny to identify yourself, when asked by Park personnel;
• To drink alcoholic beverages abusively. Park employees have the authority to intervene in case of alcohol abuse;
• To refuse to pay owed fees.