although quite rare,
venomous snakes, spiders, scorpions, and even a venomous
caterpillar species all can be found in this urban tropical
rainforest, therefore thick hiking boots are a must.
the
entrance to the park is on
highway mendanha, near avenida brazil, and it is open from 8am
to 5 pm, tuesday through sunday, and admission is free. for more
information, call 2301-9438.
visitors interested
in entering this or other areas of environmental protection,
wild beaches, or any other region where nature is more present
than humans, should read the
rules of conduct, as prepared by the
ministry of the environment
of brazil and posted on
this page.