Superagui National Park

Welcome to Superagui National Park, a sanctuary of biodiversity located on the northern coast of Paraná, near the border with São Paulo. Established in 1989 and expanded a decade later, this park represents the most preserved…

The journey to Superagui is as much a part of the experience as the destination itself. Most visitors arrive via a 'voadeira'—a small, fast motorboat—from the historic pier of Paranaguá. …

Upon arriving at the village of Barra de Superagui, the absence of engine noise is immediately striking. There are no cars here. …

To truly understand Superagui, one must venture into the mangroves. This ecosystem is a vital nursery for marine life, where the fresh water of the rivers meets the salt water of the sea. …

In a remote part of the island, about an hour by boat from the main village, lives a man who embodies the soul of the Caiçara culture: Leonildo Pereira. Known as the 'Wizard of the Rabecas,' Leonildo is a master craftsman of the…

As we head deeper into the park, we encounter the Canal do Varadouro, a man-made channel that connects the bays of Paranaguá and Cananéia. This area is surrounded by some of the most isolated communities in the park. …

Finally, we reach the outer edges of Superagui Island, where the mangroves give way to miles of deserted, pristine beaches. These are not the crowded beaches of Rio or São Paulo; here, you might walk for hours without seeing…

Our journey through Superagui National Park draws to a close, but the spirit of this place will surely stay with you. We have traveled through the mangroves, met the masters of local music, and stood on shores that feel like the…