

Photo: Vitor Nogueira
Vale Botanical Park Vitória: biodiversity and leisure in the Atlantic Forest


20 years of activities in biodiversity conservation
To celebrate, we held the Photo Contest – A special look at the Vale Botanical Park
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20 years of activities in biodiversity conservation
The chance to show the space through your eyes has arrived. Get ready: the 10 best photos will be part of an exhibition that will be displayed in the park throughout the year.
Come and visit us and sign up here.

Photo: Leo Merçon

Vale Botanical Park is open Tuesdays through Sundays from 8 am to 5 pm.
Due to the 2022 World Cup and the participation of the Brazilian National Soccer Team in the first phase of the tournament, we inform you that the Botanical Park will operate as follows:
- November 24 - 8am to 12pm
- November 28th - Closed
- December 2nd - 8am to 12pm

Explore the nature of Vale Botanical Park
In celebration of the site's 20th anniversary, we have launched a book and audiobook that invite you to contemplate an oasis of life in the heart of the city of Vitória.
The work, which is artistic and cultural in nature, highlights the importance of biodiversity and shows the various activities offered by the Park to visitors.
Events calendar of the month
The park’s program includes socio-environmental activities open to the public free of charge.
Visit us

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Free Admission
Entry to the park and participation in activities are free.
Parking: The site has parking capacity for up to 100 vehicles.
Information and scheduling: (27) 3333-6200
Dear Visitor,
In order to make the Vale Botanical Park more receptive and suitable for everyone, we are currently undergoing accessibility work.Some of our attractions are also being redesigned. We want your experience with us to be even more special.

The Vale Botanical Park has a vehicle adapted for the transport of people with reduced mobility and people with disabilities (PwDs). To use this service, it is necessary to call the entrance of the space, so that the park team can direct the vehicle to the requested location.

Vale Botanical Park in Vitória
A biodiversity refuge in Vitória
Founded in May 2004, Vale Botanical Park Vitória is part of Vale’s Green Belt in Vitória, Espírito Santo. The space is dedicated to leisure, environmental education, and interaction with nature, combining environmental conservation and well-being.
With an area of 33 hectares of Atlantic Forest, the park is home to more than 140 tree species and is visited by several species of Brazilian fauna, including migratory birds, otters, amphibians, and the broad-snouted caiman.



Our fauna and flora
In a context of intense urban development in the Vitória region, Vale Botanical Park Vitória plays a fundamental role in conserving native fauna and flora. The site currently hosts:
- 24 species of amphibians
- 21 species of reptiles
- 151 species of birds
- 9 species of wild mammals
- More than 140 tree species
The park is a safe and structured environment designed for rest, contemplation, and social interaction, offering high-quality infrastructure in the middle of nature.
Environment and mining
Biodiversity is an essential and intrinsic topic to Vale’s business. Therefore, the company is committed to understanding and monitoring the territories where it operates, managing environmental risks and impacts, and acting transparently regarding its practices with society.


What to do at Vale Botanical Park Vitória?
At Vale Botanical Park Vitória, visitors have access to leisure spaces, contact with nature, and learning opportunities. See below:
Environmental Education Program
The Environmental Education Program at Vale Botanical Park Vitória aims to stimulate interest and raise awareness among different audiences about the importance of environmental conservation, with a focus on local communities.
The initiative seeks to promote knowledge and sustainable attitudes through participation, social engagement, and appreciation of context, leaving a positive legacy for current and future generations.

Photo: Renato Resende
How the program works:
The Environmental Education Program at Vale Botanical Park Vitória includes theoretical and practical activities, divided into two projects:
Sensitize: The program offers school and community visits to the park.
Root: Developed in partnership with municipal education departments in Greater Vitória, it offers socio-environmental activities for 6th and 7th grade students (lower secondary education).
School and community visits must be scheduled in advance via email:
educacaoambiental.parquebotanico@vale.com
Plan your visit: general rules
Vale Botanical Park Vitória promotes well-being and environmental education in a safe environment. To ensure ecosystem conservation and everyone’s comfort, please pay attention to our rules:
- Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Access: gates close at 4:30 p.m. (entry is not allowed after this time).
- Free admission.
- Trails: must be scheduled in advance. Closed-toe shoes (sneakers or boots) and an accompanying guide are required.
- Picnics: allowed exclusively in the grassy forest area.
- Parking: boarding and drop-off must take place only in designated areas.
- Waste: use selective waste collection bins.
- Children: the playground is restricted to children under 12 years old, under guardian supervision.
- Commercial photography: photo shoots and commercial filming require prior authorization from management.
To protect our fauna and flora, the following are not allowed:
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Domestic animals: except guide dogs (Federal Law No. 11.126/2005).
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Recreational vehicles: bicycles, roller skates, skateboards, scooters, motorcycles, or drones.
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The Park is not responsible for objects left on its premises.
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Sound: speakers or loud instruments.
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Feeding animals: it is prohibited to feed, harm, or remove animals and plants.
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Waste and fire: smoking (outside permitted areas), making bonfires, barbecues, or using candles.
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Party items: balloons, confetti, colored smoke, banners, or structures such as pallets and crates.
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Beverages: consumption of alcohol or illicit drugs.
The Park is not responsible for objects left on its premises.
Main activities of the BioPark


Photo: Vitor de Azevedo Lopes

Do you want further information about Vale Botanical Park?
Learn more:
Our Mascots
Click on the name of each animal to discover more information.
Frequently asked questions
The available facilities include:
• Adapted vehicle for the transportation of people with reduced mobility and people with disabilities (PwDs): to use the service, just contact the park gate, and the team will direct the vehicle to the requested location
• Infrastructure: the place has reserved parking and accessible entrance for wheelchair users.
• Bathrooms: large and adapted bathrooms are available to meet the needs of people with disabilities.
• Sensory garden: designed to provide an inclusive experience where visitors can explore the environment through the five senses.
Phone: (27) 3333-6200
E-mail: parque.botanico.vitoria@vale.com













































