The Iriri River basin, protected by the Kayapó Indigenous Territory, is home to one of the richest concentrations of wildlife in the Amazon. At Kendjam Lodge, nature lovers and anglers alike can witness this incredible biodiversity — often while fishing, hiking, or simply relaxing on the beach.
Over 450 species of birds have been recorded in the region, including macaws, toucans, kingfishers, and eagles. Visitors also frequently spot monkeys, tapirs, capybaras, deer, and with some luck, even jaguars, ocelots, or giant armadillos.
Wildlife observation at Kendjam is a daily privilege — from sunrise birdsong to sunset animal encounters — offering an immersive window into the untouched rhythms of the Amazon jungle.
Birdwatching
The wide variety of birdlife is extremely high due the proximity from the Amazon with the Cerrado Ecosystem, creating a natural corridor between both areas. In a week at Kendjam, you experience the proximity of the giant blue macaws, parrots, hummingbirds, falcons, herons, cormorants, woodpeckers, and many more.
Fauna
The mammals are a unique attraction on Kayapo Land. These top of the food chain animals live in harmony and it is not uncommon to get unexpected encounters with tapirs, wild hogs, peccaries, capybaras, and also ocelots and jaguars!
Flora
The giant trees and the biodiversity are unique to this area. The most emblematic jungle tree in Kendjam is the Brazilian Nut Tree or Castanheira. This is one important source of food/revenue for the Kayapos. The Cumaru trees also provide one of the most important authentic bioproducts in their area.
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