Protected Area

The Baconao Park and Biosphere Reserve is located in the southeastern region of Cuba, between Santiago de Cuba and Guantanamo. This vast reserve is a crucial sanctuary for biodiversity, home to many ecosystems and unique species. The reserve spans three distinct biogeographic zones, each contributing to its diverse range of flora and fauna. Additionally, the park holds great cultural significance, giving visitors a glimpse into the area's rich history and heritage.

Located on the La Guajira Peninsula, at the northernmost tip of Colombia, the Bahía Portete - Kaurrele National Natural Park boasts a stunning coastline. It sits between Cabo de la Vela and Punta Gallinas and is known as the northernmost National Park in South America. This sanctuary is where the Caribbean Sea meets the arid La Guajira Desert, creating a unique and beautiful natural landscape.

Deep within the heart of the Peruvian Amazon, nestled in the departments of Madre de Dios and Puno, lies the breathtaking Bahuaja-Sonene National Park, a protected area that has captured the imagination of nature lovers and conservationists alike. This vast expanse harbors some of the world's wildest and least-impacted habitats, a true testament to the region's remarkable biodiversity and ecological significance of the area.

The Bañados del Este Biosphere Reserve in eastern Uruguay comprises a remarkable complex of ecosystems and a vast complex of coastal wetlands. Together, these form a rich habitat for wildlife, including near-threatened or endangered species.

Barbilla National Park is located on the eastern slopes of the Cordillera de Talamanca in Costa Rica, within the SINAC Caribbean La Amistad Conservation Area. It protects the humid lowland rainforest along the Caribbean slopes of the Talamancan mountain range.

The Barranca de Metztitlán Biosphere Reserve is a protected natural area in Hidalgo, Mexico. It is known for its dramatic scenery of steep cliffs, deep winding canyons, and distinctive flora and fauna.

Nestled on the eastern coast of Central America, Belize is home to one of the world's most iconic marine ecosystems – the Belize Barrier Reef. Within this natural treasure trove lies the Hol Chan Marine Reserve, a protected area that is a testament to Belize's commitment to conservation and sustainable marine management. Hol Chan offers visitors an unparalleled opportunity to immerse themselves in the Caribbean's vibrant and diverse underwater world.

The Bellavista Cloud Forest Reserve is a private reserve in the Andes Mountains within the Pichincha Province of northwestern Ecuador. It is renowned for its lush cloud forests and stunning biodiversity and is a popular destination for ecotourism.

One of the first protected areas to be established in Bolivia, the Beni Biosphere Reserve is located at the convergence of three biogeographical zones: the Amazon, the Chaco, and the Cerrado. The reserve is home to important indigenous Amazonian groups.

Bernardo O'Higgins National Park protects a remote area of southern Chile. It is currently the country's largest protected area, covering a vast area within the Aysén and Magallanes and Antártica Chilena regions, including part of the Southern Patagonian Ice Field.