IPBio Espinhaço Expedition in the Cerrado of Brazil
- Brazil
About Program
A 10-day expedition covering natural, cultural and historical attractions as well as volunteering to support IPBio´s biological field research activities and much more!!
In the Cerrado, IPBio has created a team to explore this unique region known as the “cerrado” or savannah. This region is part of the Serra do Espinhaço Biosphere Reserve, recognized by UNESCO in 2005, in order to conserve this area with high biological, landscape, historical and cultural importance. Our expedition is located in the district of São Gonçalo do Rio das Pedras, in the south of Serra do Espinhaço, State of Minas Gerais.
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Program Highlights
- Inventory species of all flora and fauna native to this unique ecosystem
- Learn about the historical and cultural wonders of Brazil from cave painting to the era of diamond mining and more
- Taste regional food and learn local culture and ways of living
- Learn about medicinal plants and their use in traditional communities
- See stunning landscapes of the Cerrado
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Location
Brazil is home to 2,000+ beaches, 1,000+ islands, and 62 national parks, not to mention an array of carnivals, sporting events, and other city-wide events. Visit the Amazon and Iguacu Falls for a taste of nature, or opt for city life in Sao Paulo or Rio de Janeiro.
