park · Manaus, AM
Bosque da Ciência (Inpa)
About 13 hectares of forest maintained by the National Institute for Amazon Research (Inpa), open to the public since 1995. It has trails, elevated walkways, manatee and giant otter enclosures, and the Casa da Ciência, with exhibits about the region.
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About Bosque da Ciência (Inpa)
Bosque da Ciência is an area of about 13 hectares of forest in the middle of urban Manaus, maintained by the National Institute for Amazon Research (Inpa). It opened to the public in 1995 as a space for science outreach, environmental education and leisure, in the Petrópolis neighborhood.
The visit follows shaded trails through the woods. Along the way you often come across free-roaming animals, such as monkeys and sloths, and with luck the pied tamarin, a small endangered monkey that is a symbol of Manaus. The most popular attraction is the Robin Best Aquatic Park, with tanks for Amazonian manatees and giant otters. The manatees usually arrive at Inpa orphaned or injured and are cared for before returning to the wild.
There is also the caiman enclosure, the Lago Amazônico, with turtles, fish and aquatic plants, the Ilha da Tanimbuca, named after a giant tree, and a colony of native stingless bees. The suspended trail, a walkway of about 110 meters near the treetops, links the Ilha da Tanimbuca to the Paiol da Cultura. At the Casa da Ciência, the Tramas da Ciência exhibit uses games and interactive pieces to show what Inpa researches about the Amazon.
It is an easy outing, good for families with children and for anyone who wants to see wildlife and Amazon forest without leaving the city. The suspended trail has steps and uneven sections and is not wheelchair accessible. The agroforestry trail is a dirt path and calls for closed-toe shoes.
Before you go
Practical information
How much time to set aside
One to two hours to walk the trails and see the main enclosures at a relaxed pace.
Best time
In the morning, right at opening time, when it is less hot; in the dry season, from July to November, it rains less in Manaus.
How to get there
It is in the Petrópolis neighborhood, on Avenida Bem-Te-Vi (formerly Rua Otávio Cabral), a few kilometers from the historic center of Manaus. The easiest way is by taxi or ride-hailing app; city bus lines run through the Inpa area.
Tip
Bring insect repellent and water, and wear closed-toe shoes. Before you go, check the official website to see if you need to book your visit in advance.
Official website
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Bosque da Ciência (Inpa) in pictures
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Bosque da Ciência (Inpa)
Is there an entrance fee for Bosque da Ciência?
Admission and booking requirements vary, and sources do not agree. Check the official Bosque da Ciência (Inpa) website before you go.
Is Bosque da Ciência open every day?
No. It is open Tuesday through Sunday and closed on Mondays. Check the hours on the official website.
How long does the visit take?
One to two hours is enough for the trails, the manatee tanks and the Casa da Ciência.
Where can I see manatees in Manaus?
At Bosque da Ciência, in the Robin Best Aquatic Park, where Inpa cares for rescued Amazonian manatees before returning them to the wild.
Is Bosque da Ciência wheelchair accessible?
Partly. The main trails are easy, but the suspended trail has steps and uneven sections and is not wheelchair accessible.