Protected Area

South Georgia & the South Sandwich Islands (SGSSI) has one of the highest biodiversity levels among all the ecosystems on earth. The Marine Protection Area has been carefully designed to protect and conserve the region's rich and diverse marine life.

Sumaco Napo-Galeras National Park is a protected area and Biosphere Reserve in northeastern Ecuador. It is situated in the provinces of Napo, Orellana, and Sucumbíos in two sectors: the Sumaco volcano and its adjacent areas and the Cordillera de Galeras.

Tambopata National Reserve of southeastern Peru is a massive subtropical rainforest with forested hills, plains, swamps, oxbow lakes, and meandering rivers. Its great wildlife diversity is due to its location at the confluence of the lowland Amazon forest with three other ecosystems.

Nestled along the luxuriant northern slopes of the Cordillera de Talamanca in central Costa Rica, Tapantí-Macizo de la Muerte National Park is a testament to the region's rich biodiversity and stunning landscapes. Spanning an expansive area, the park extends its embrace into the neighboring western reaches of Panama, showcasing the ecological wealth of the Cordillera de Talamanca.

Situated along the captivating northern coast of Colombia, Tayrona National Natural Park emerges as a harmonious blend of pristine landscapes, rich biodiversity, and echoes from ancient civilizations. Drawing its name from the ancient Tairona people, this coastal sanctuary is cradled by the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta and embraced by the Caribbean Sea.

Tenorio Volcano National Park, in northern Costa Rica, forms part of the Arenal Tempisque Conservation Area and consists of four volcanic peaks and two craters. Thermal springs, small geysers, rivers, waterfalls, and lagoons, along with panoramic views, dot the area.

Nestled in northern Brazil, the Amapá Biodiversity Corridor is a testament to the country's commitment to protecting its invaluable natural heritage. This expansive ecological corridor, spanning over 10 million hectares and encompassing 72% of the state of Amapá, is a true conservation success story. It integrates a network of protected areas and indigenous lands to safeguard the region's exceptional biodiversity.

The Bosques de Paz Transboundary Biosphere Reserve straddles the border of Ecuador and Peru. It is a natural treasure and showcases the collaborative efforts of these two nations to protect a globally significant ecosystem. The reserve spans four regions in the two countries. It was designated a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in 2018, following the countries' commitment to strengthening their ties and cooperation after a long-standing border dispute that ended in 1998.

The Cerrado Biosphere Reserve, spanning across the Brazilian states of Goiás, Tocantins, Maranhão, Piauí, and the Federal District, encompasses the vast and diverse Cerrado biome. Covering a quarter of Brazil's land area, this reserve is a testament to the country's rich natural heritage and ecological significance. Designated by UNESCO, it is one of several Brazilian Biosphere Reserves alongside the Atlantic Forest, Pantanal, Caatinga, and the Central Amazon.

The site of the Cerrado Protected Areas includes the Chapada dos Veadeiros and Emas National Parks, situated on the Brazilian central plateau in the State of Goias. Both parks help protect the Cerrado biome, one of the world's oldest and most diverse ecosystems.