Protected Areas in South America

Sete Cidades National Park is located in the Northeast Region of Brazil and contains an important geological formation. The park is surrounded by the Serra da Ibiapaba Environmental Protection Area (APA), which protects and conserves Cerrado, Caatinga, and Atlantic Forest remnants.

Nestled in the heart of Argentina's San Luis province, the Sierra de las Quijadas National Park is a unique and ecologically significant protected area. Established to safeguard the natural features of the Semiarid Chaco and Argentine Low Monte ecoregions, this park represents a critical transitional zone between these two distinct biomes, offering a remarkable diversity of plant and animal life.

The Sierra Nevada de Güicán, El Cocuy and Chita are located within the Cordillera Oriental range of the Colombian Andes.  El Cocuy National Natural Park protects its extraordinary biodiversity and endemism and its function as a corridor for migratory species.

Nestled along the northern coast of Colombia, the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta National Natural Park stands as a testament to the country's rich biodiversity and cultural heritage. Colombia's second oldest national park encompasses diverse ecosystems, from pristine beaches to snow-capped mountain peaks. Complementing this protected area is the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta Biosphere Reserve, a vast expanse of natural wonder that overlooks the Caribbean coast.

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.

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.

Nestled in the northern reaches of Peru, the Alto Mayo Protection Forest stands as a verdant sanctuary, spanning an impressive expanse within the San Martín region. This protected forestland serves as a vital bulwark, safeguarding a portion of the Peruvian Yungas ecoregion and the upper Mayo River basin, shielding soil and water from the erosive impact of deforestation.

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.