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Orchids, bromeliads and humming
birds in the atlantic rainforest at Macae de Cima
Distant only 2½ hs
by car to the north east of Rio de Janeiro, embedded
in the Atlantic coastal
mountains, David Miller
works out of his comfortable lodge and research station
at 1200 m NN. There, he receives botanists and interested
individuals alike, from all over the world, to show
them the hidden secrets of one
of the richest bio diversity of the planet.
In his private Forest Reserve Dr. David Miller has
so far identified about 300 species of 70 genera of
orchids. Also refer to Miller/Warren: Orchids
from the High Mountain Atlantic Rain Forest in Southeastern
Brazil.
The lodge features 4
DBL and 2 SGL rooms plus 3 DBL
in a nearby guesthouse, a
sauna and a pool with running water from the mountains.
The lodge is also a perfect place for visitors who
just seek relax amidst the wonders of the tropical
rain forest.
Itinerary - 1 day
Leaving the hotel around
7am. Arriving at the lodge around 9:30am. Coffee -
break and introduction into
the eco-system of the Atlantic rainforest
from which only 8% of its original mass remains. Setting
out into the forest. Lunch on route (sandwiches and
fresh fruits). Returning to the lodge for refreshments
and discussions. Departure back to Rio will be around
7pm, arriving at the hotel around 9:30pm.
Itinerary - 2 days
Same as above. the 2nd day offers
still more botanical discoveries in different parts
of the property.
Itinerary - 3 days
Same as above. On the 3rd day,
you will depart around 9am to Petrópolis, Brazils
capital during the imperial colonial period. The highlight
of the tour however, is the crossing of the majestic
Organ Pipe Mountains, Serra
dos Órgãos,
Lunch at a typical Churrascaria Steakhouse During the
city tour in Petrópolis
some of the reminiscence of a past glory will be visited,
before returning to Rio. Arrival at the hotel estimated
for 6pm. |
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Guest
Comments
November
20th,
2005
Sonja and Ulrich Geppert
My best Peter,
You and your small team managed
to plan and to execute a sophisticated and demanding
travel program. Now we have an idea of Brazil, its
people, its history and culture. Everything was interesting
for us: Rio, Paraty, the Fazendas and, particularly
impressive, David Miller and Bel his great wife. During
a possible next trip we still would like to get to
know more of Brazil together with you.
Our best greetings go also to
Annette and Benjamin.
The mouse & U.R.M.E.
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