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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.

Located in the heart of Mexico, the Nevado de Toluca volcano and its surrounding national park are a true marvel of the country's natural beauty. Formerly known by its Aztec name "Xinantécatl," this stratovolcano is a part of the Trans-Mexican Volcanic Belt and stands as the fourth-highest formation in Mexico. It has always been a popular spot for locals and visitors, allowing a glimpse into Mexico's rich geological and cultural heritage.

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.

Nestled in the westernmost corner of Cuba, the Guanahacabibes Peninsula is a remarkable natural treasure. It is the country's westernmost point and offers a glimpse into its rich biodiversity and unique cultural heritage. This remote and sparsely populated region is home to a National Park and a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, making it a prime destination for nature enthusiasts and conservation-minded travelers.

The Tumbes-Piura dry forests ecoregion is nestled along the Pacific coast of northwestern Peru and southwestern Ecuador. This unique and remarkable ecosystem is part of the larger Tumbes-Chocó-Magdalena biodiversity hotspot. This ecoregion, often overshadowed by the more well-known tropical rainforests of the Amazon basin, is a biodiversity hotspot in its own right, harboring an exceptional concentration of endemic species and facing significant conservation challenges.

Nestled along the Caribbean coast of northern Colombia, the Magdalena-Urabá moist forests ecoregion is a remarkable and diverse ecosystem that is part of the more significant Tumbes-Chocó-Magdalena biodiversity hotspot. This lush and verdant region, stretching from the Magdalena River valley to the Gulf of Urabá, is a testament to Colombia's incredible natural wealth, offering a glimpse into the country's rich biological heritage.

The Lesser Antilles mangrove ecoregion is a unique and diverse coastal environment at the southeastern edge of the Caribbean Sea. This region encompasses the coastal margins of a chain of islands stretching from Sombrero and Anguilla in the north to Grenada in the south. Despite their smaller size compared to their counterparts in the Greater Antilles, these islands boast a remarkable level of species diversity and endemism.

Rising majestically over the lush northern coast of the Caribbean island of Martinique, Mount Pelée is a stark and ominous presence. With its brooding, cloud-capped peak, this active stratovolcano has etched its name into the annals of history as one of the most deadly and destructive volcanoes in modern times. Today, Mount Pelée stands as a somber monument to the fragility of human existence in the face of nature's raw, destructive force.

Nestled along the northern coastline of the lush, volcanic island of Martinique lies the historic town of Saint-Pierre. Martinique is an island country that is an overseas region of France, situated in the eastern Caribbean Sea as part of the Lesser Antilles island chain. It was founded in the 17th century, but a volcanic eruption in 1902 cut short its prosperity. Today, the town has rebuilt and blended its rich history with a renewed commitment to the future.

La Soufrière is an active stratovolcano on the island of Saint Vincent, the largest within the Saint Vincent and the Grenadines archipelago in the southeastern Caribbean Sea. Situated within the geologically active Lesser Antilles volcanic arc, La Soufrière is the highest point on the island and the highest in the nation. The volcano is known for its long and dynamic eruptive history, with 23 recorded eruptions in the past 4,000 years.