Come spend the day with family and friends surrounded by nature. The Reserve offers a variety of self-guided attractions that can be accessed at any time during your visit, as well as guided activities. The site is open to visitors from Tuesday to Sunday, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. 

In celebration of Environment Month, a range of activities focused on environmental education, ecological awareness, and interaction with the natural environment will be available for visitors.

Seedling Planting Workshops with Seed Kits: 

Available on weekends throughout June 

Time: 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. | 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Workshops will be held using kraft seed kits and seed pencils, aiming to encourage reflection on sustainability, conscious consumption, and environmental practices in a fun and participatory way.

Permanent Activities:

Pequi Vinagreiro Trail
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
An experience that allows visitors to appreciate the tabuleiro forest and its rich biodiversity. The trail is 1 kilometer long and easily accessible, making it suitable for visitors aged 6 and above. For safety and comfort, participants must wear closed-toe shoes, long pants, a shirt, and protective gaiters.

Interactive Forest Room   
Time: 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.   
The Interactive Forest offers a virtual tour of all areas of the Reserve through 3D glasses. Featuring a life-size jaguar replica, this attraction combines art, nature, technology, and interactivity.

Meliponary (Stingless Bee Sanctuary)
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
One of the Reserve’s most charming attractions is the meliponary, where visitors can learn about stingless bees up close—important pollinators and true allies of biodiversity. It is a unique opportunity to understand their essential role in nature, safely observe their fascinating world, and even taste their honey. 

Picnic Area  
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Vale Natural Reserve offers a dedicated picnic area, providing a peaceful setting surrounded by nature for leisure and outdoor gatherings. It is ideal for families and groups of friends who wish to enjoy the sounds of nature and the beauty of the Atlantic Forest. 

Pond  
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Surrounded by greenery, the Reserve’s pond is a pleasant space for contemplating local biodiversity.

Living Collections and Dry Collections 
Vale Natural Reserve features a living collection area with palm trees from different parts of the world, as well as an urban arboretum dedicated to the cultivation of identified and cataloged plant species. These collections serve multiple purposes, including contemplation, environmental education, teaching resources, and the conservation of genetic material, showcasing both native and exotic tree species. These areas are true open-air exhibitions. In addition, visitors can explore the dry collection rooms, which house seeds, fruits, wood samples, and insect specimens, offering an opportunity to discover the vast biodiversity of the Atlantic Forest.