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# Alter do Chão

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* [Overview](#overview)
* [How to Get There](#how-to-get-there)
* [Places to Visit](#places-to-visit)

Known as the 'Caribbean of the Amazon,' this picturesque village features stunning white sand beaches along the Tapajós River. A popular destination for its crystal-clear waters and pristine natural beauty during the dry season.

## Nearest Airports

[Aeroporto de Santarém (Maestro Wilson Fonseca)STM20 km away](/places/aeroporto-de-santarem)[Aeroporto de MauésMBZ323 km away](/places/aeroporto-de-maues)

## Explore

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* [Events in Alter do Chão](/visit/brasil/alter-do-chao/events)
* [Places to visit in Alter do Chão](/visit/brasil/alter-do-chao/places)
* [Guides in Alter do Chão](/guides?city=alter-do-chao)

## Places to Visit

[✈️Aeroporto de Santarém (Maestro Wilson Fonseca)View details](/places/aeroporto-de-santarem)