Protected Areas in South America

Nestled within the heart of Uruguay, Quebrada de los Cuervos National Park is renowned for its rugged terrain, scenic beauty, and diverse ecosystems, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and a crucial hub for ecological preservation.

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.

Queulat National Park is located in the Aysén Region of southern Chile. It protects glacier-capped mountains and virgin evergreen Andean Patagonian forests. The park's centerpiece is the Queulat hanging glacier, Ventisquero Colgante.

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 San Martín department of Peru, on the eastern slope of the tropical Peruvian Andes, lies Río Abiseo National Park, a World Heritage Site that seamlessly blends natural and cultural wonders. This unique protected area not only harbors a rich tapestry of biodiversity but also serves as a testament to the ancient civilizations that once thrived within its boundaries.

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.

Formed by the most extensive and diverse coral reefs in the Colombian Caribbean continental coastline, the Rosario and San Bernardo archipelagos are protected by the Rosario and San Bernardo Corals National Natural Park.

The San Agustín Archaeological Park is located near the town of San Agustín in the Huila Department of Colombia. It represents the cultural and artistic achievements of a civilization that existed from the 1st to the 8th century in the northern Andean region. The park consists of three separate properties known as San Agustín, Alto de los Ídolos, and Alto de Las Piedras. It is home to South America's most extensive collection of religious monuments and megalithic sculptures.

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.