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.