About our work

This blog is the result of a project work developed in our English lessons from March to April 2013, under the guidance of the Pibid- English team of the UFMT and our English teacher, Profa. Naide Ferreira. 

Chapada dos Guimarães

With gorgeous landscapes, the National Park of Chapada dos Guimarães is a national preservation area surrounded by forests, waterfalls, caves, stone houses, miradors and wind sculptures rocks forming interesting figures that give a touch of magic to the environment . This area has enormous ecological importance, and it has rich vegetation , ranging from small woodland to clear fields and open pastures. You will see amazing canyons such as the Portão do Inferno (Hell’s Gate), and the Véu de Noiva Waterfall (Bride’s Veil Waterfall). The Chapada region is also an ideal place for rappeling, houseback riding, canoeing, snorkeling, motocross, bike riding and trekking.

Vila Bela da Santíssima Trindade

The first capital of Mato Grosso, the small village of Vila Bela da SantissímaTrindade is one of the most interesting touristic sites in Mato Grosso for visitors who are interested in culture and history. At the heart of Vila Bela, there are the ruins of a cathedral dated from the colonial period, which  was built by slaves. The local people still keep the traditions of the slaves from that time. One of its main cultural events is the Dança do Congo, performed at the ancient ruins of the former cathedral. The town serves as a hub for trips to the Amazon forest along the upper Guaporé river and the nearby nature reserve of Parque Estadual da Serra de Ricardo Franco. One of the park’s main attractions is the Namorados’s Waterfall. There you can go hiking on safety trails following the creeks which begin in a crystal clear lake. The Ricardo Franco State Park is located on the left border of the Guaporé River. This region is ideal for plenty of adventure sports, such as rappelling, trekking and amazing hikings next to the Amazon forest.

Manso Reservoir

Located 86km far from Cuiabá, Manso Reservoir was built in the early 2000s to generate electricity for the Manso hydroelectric plant. It is well-known for being a great site for water sports in a beautiful scenery. It is an ideal place for fishing and for trying to get different species of freshwater fish like the Cuiabá river The lake also provides an artificial beach, where visitors can practice plenty of water sports such as kite boarding and water skiing. If you want peace and serenity you must know Manso Reservoir. 

Pantanal

The Pantanal complex is a conservation area, located in western central Brazil on the south-west corner of the State of Mato Grosso, The Pantanal is an ecological paradise in the heart of Brazil. It is one of the world's largest freshwater wetland ecosystems. It has a rich diversity of wildlife and vegetation. A spetacular variety of  animals, such as alligators, tuiuius and even jaguars, can be appreciated in safaris. The Pantanal is also home to a variety of birds. Tourists can be in touch with nature by going  horseback riding into a swamp. You can also go fishing in the Pantanal waters. Who knows? Maybe you can get a dourado or a pacu. 

Jaciara

Jaciara is a small town in the state of Mato Grosso in the Central-West region of Brazil, between Cuiabá and Rondonopólis. There we can find plenty of natural beauties such as caves, rivers,  canyons and waterfalls.  You can visit the famous Fumaça’s waterfall, where you can practice rappelling and enjoy an exciting free fall. About two hours far from Fumaça’s waterfall you can go rafting in a private park. There you can also find natural pools with crystal clear waters, canyons and chutes. São Lourenço River and its tributaries hide many options of breathtaking rides. 

Nobres

A piece of paradise, Nobres is the most recent touristic site in Mato Grosso. It is located 142 km from the capital Cuiabá. This friendly small town is located between the Amazon forest and the savannah region. In the Salobra River you can go snorkeling and watch different species of fish like piraputanga, dourado, and others. You’ll have the sensation of diving into a real aquarium. The Triste River, 30 km far from the district of Bom Jardim, has crystal clear waters and an enormous variety of fish and aquatic plants. In the Serra Azul waterfall you can have the opportunity to swim among schools of piraputangas and practice snorkeling in crystalline water.