Brazil Throughout its vast territory there is a natural paradise to which mass tourism has not yet reached. We are Beaches With white sand lapped by warm, sweet waters in shades of blue and green, it is one of the main attractions of this enchanting, nature-abundant destination. Many call this place the sweet Brazilian Caribbean.
To the north of Brazil Alter do Chao is located about 30 kilometers west of Santarém in the state of Pará. The main gateway for those who wish to travel by plane is Santarem Airport (STM).
It is located directly at a place where the Tapajós River remains in a giant lake before merging with the waters of the majestic Amazon River. In that reservoir the water is calm and clean and, between July and December, during the Amazon summer, is enormous Beaches Of white sand surrounded by Amazonian plants.
The thing that attracts many visitors is that it is recommended to travel on foot in this small town. It is very short distances and the streets are very quiet.
What to do in this Amazonian paradise?
Alter do Chão doesn't just offer beaches, which for many travelers is the perfect setting Beaches The most beautiful fresh water in the world. It is also an ideal destination for jungle hiking, abseiling, canyoning, sport fishing and observing pink dolphins (Poto rosa).
In September, the traditional Festa do Sairé is also held, a mixture of religious, mythological and cultural elements. While in the surrounding areas you can see lakes and riverside communities.
Some of the must-see things in Alter do Chão are a visit to Love Island, the trek up through the jungle to Sierra de Beruca, the beaches of Jaconda, Murieta, Caxambu, Punta Piedras and Pindubal with unique Amazon sunsets.
Hostels and restaurants are located in front of the beach where boats leave. A notable attraction is the gastronomy of Alter do Chão, which par excellence explores Amazonian spices (from the Amazon). Not to be missed are the dishes prepared with the region's fish, caio stroganoff, and duck no tokopi (duck soup with cassava root broth), which is highly prized in the north of the country.
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