description Tapajós Overview
The Tapajós is a major tributary of the Amazon River in Brazil, formed by waterways that descend from central Brazil and flowing generally northward for about 1,900 kilometers. It runs through the states of Mato Grosso and Pará before entering the Amazon near Santarém. The river and its basin are associated with Amazon rainforest ecosystems, Indigenous territories, and transport and development projects.
help Tapajós FAQ
How is the Tapajós River formed?
The Tapajós system is formed by major rivers including the Juruena and Teles Pires in central Brazil. It then flows north toward the Amazon River.
Which Brazilian states does the Tapajós cross?
The Tapajós runs through Mato Grosso and Pará. Its full course is roughly 1,900 kilometers long, although measurements vary depending on which headwater is counted.
Where does the Tapajós meet the Amazon River?
The Tapajós joins the Amazon near Santarém in Pará. The meeting of the two rivers is a prominent geographic feature and an important waterway in the lower Amazon.
Why is Santarém important to the Tapajós River?
Santarém sits near the Tapajós-Amazon confluence and functions as a major regional port city. The Tapajós-Teles Pires waterway connects Brazil's interior with the Amazon transport network.
explore Explore More
Similar to Tapajós
See all arrow_forward
Reviews & Comments
Write a Review
Be the first to review
Share your thoughts with the community and help others make better decisions.
