park · Belém, PA
Mangal das Garças
A nature park on the riverbank with an Amazon bird aviary, a butterfly house and a lighthouse-shaped viewpoint. You can see scarlet ibises up close.
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About Mangal das Garças
The Mangal das Garças is a park on the bank of the Guamá River, on the edge of Belém's historic center. It opened in 2005 in an area that was once flooded and covered by mangroves, and today it brings together ponds, gardens and samples of the Amazon environments of Pará: upland forest, floodplain forest and grasslands.
The visit begins on the paths between the ponds, where egrets and scarlet ibises roam freely, very close to passersby. Turtles and other animals appear along the banks. It is a quiet, flat place that is easy to explore, good if you are traveling with children or older people.
Some areas have supervised visits: the Farol de Belém, a tower with a viewpoint looking out over the whole city and the bay; the José Márcio Ayres Butterfly House, with butterflies flying freely; the Viveiro das Aningas, an aviary where you walk among the birds; and the Memorial Amazônico da Navegação, about the region's boats.
On the riverbank, the Mirante do Rio is a walkway that juts out over the vegetation and shows the Guamá up close. The park also has a restaurant and a souvenir shop.
Before you go
Practical information
How much time to set aside
Two hours is enough to walk around the ponds, climb the lighthouse and visit the butterfly house and aviary without rushing.
Best time
Late afternoon, when the heat eases, the birds are more active and the light over the Guamá River is beautiful; early morning is also pleasant. In the rainiest period (December to May), plan your visit to avoid the afternoon downpours.
How to get there
It is in the Cidade Velha neighborhood, on the bank of the Guamá River, near Belém's historic center. You can combine it with a walk around the Cidade Velha; from other neighborhoods, the easiest way is by taxi or ride-hailing car.
Tip
Entry to the park is free, but the lighthouse, butterfly house, aviary and memorial are paid separately; check prices and hours before you go. Bring sunscreen, water and insect repellent.
A look at the place
Mangal das Garças in pictures
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Mangal das Garças
Is there an entrance fee for the Mangal das Garças?
Entry to the park is free. The lighthouse, butterfly house, aviary and memorial have supervised visits and are paid separately.
How long does a visit to the Mangal das Garças take?
About two hours to walk around the ponds and see the supervised areas at a relaxed pace.
Can you see scarlet ibises at the Mangal das Garças?
Yes. Scarlet ibises and egrets roam freely around the park's ponds and paths, very close to visitors.
Can you walk there from the historic center?
Yes. The park is in the Cidade Velha, on the bank of the Guamá River, and can be part of a walking tour of Belém's historic center.
Is the Mangal das Garças good for children?
Yes. The park is flat, has birds and butterflies up close and easy paths, which appeals to families with children.