Protected Areas in Argentina

Aconcagua Provincial Park is a protected area in the Argentinean Andes, on the Chilean border. It is home to snow-capped Mount Aconcagua, South America’s tallest peak and the highest mountain in both the southern and western hemispheres.

The Patagonia Azul Biosphere Reserve encompasses the greatest biodiversity on the Argentine coastline. The area includes important breeding, feeding and migration sites for various species. It also hosts the world's largest colony of Magellanic penguins.

Nestled between the municipalities of La Plata and Berazategui, along the banks of the majestic Río de la Plata, lies the Pereyra Iraola Provincial Park and Biosphere Reserve. This urban oasis is the largest provincial park in Argentina's Buenos Aires Province and a rich center of biodiversity, offering a sanctuary for nature enthusiasts and city dwellers alike.

The Perito Moreno Glacier is located in southwest Argentina within the Los Glaciares National Park. One of the most important tourist attractions in Argentine Patagonia, it is embedded into the remote mountain landscape of the Patagonian Andes shared by Argentina and Chile.

Situated in the heart of Patagonia, the southern region of Argentina, lies Perito Moreno National Park, a pristine wilderness area that showcases the beauty and grandeur of this remote corner of the world. Established in 1937, this national park is one of the oldest in Argentina. It is named after the renowned explorer Francisco "Perito" Moreno, who was crucial in establishing Argentina's park system. This protected area immerses visitors in Patagonia's rugged landscapes and diverse ecosystems.

Quebrada del Condorito National Park is part of the Sierras Grandes mountain range within the Sierras de Córdoba of central-west Argentina. It is known for its dramatic landscapes, including deep gorges and cliffs, and is a habitat for the Andean condor and other unique high-altitude flora and fauna.

The Riacho Teuquito Biosphere Reserve is located in the Province of Formosa, within the Chaco region in northeastern Argentina. The environment protected by the Biosphere Reserve is primarily the woody ecosystems of the semi-arid Chaco, which has been weakly represented among protected areas in South America.

Nestled in the northeastern province of Formosa, Argentina, near the border with Paraguay, the Río Pilcomayo National Park stands as a testament to the country's commitment to preserving its rich natural heritage. This protected area of diverse ecosystems boasts a varied topography and showcases the unique beauty and biodiversity of the Pilcomayo River, a vital watercourse that weaves through the region.

San Carlos de Bariloche is located on the shores of Lake Nahuel Huapi in the Patagonia region of Argentina. Situated in the foothills of the Andes, close to the Chilean border, Bariloche is surrounded by Nahuel Huapi National Park, the oldest in Argentina.

San Guillermo National Park occupies the core zone of the San Guillermo Biosphere Reserve located in San Juan Province, Argentina which protects and represents the mixed mountain and highland ecosystems in the foothills and mountains of the Andes.