Protected Areas in the Caribbean

Nestled within the azure embrace of the Caribbean Sea lies a trio of ecological wonders, each contributing to the rich tapestry of biodiversity and conservation efforts in Bonaire. Lac Bay, Klein Bonaire, and the Bonaire National Marine Park are testaments to the island's commitment to preserving its natural heritage while providing invaluable ecosystem services and recreational opportunities.

Nestled in the southwestern region of the Dominican Republic lies a natural marvel – the Lago Enriquillo and Isla Cabritos National Park. This stunning protected area encompasses the largest lake in the Dominican Republic, Hispaniola, and the entire Caribbean Region, along with the captivating Isla Cabritos (Goat Island) at its center. This remarkable destination offers a unique blend of natural beauty, rich biodiversity, and a fascinating cultural heritage.

Los Haitises National Park is a protected area on the remote northeastern coast of the Dominican Republic. Featuring a spectacular landscape of conical hills, mangroves and coastal rock islets, it protects a diverse habitat of subtropical forests and coastal mangroves.

Main Ridge is the primary mountainous spine of the island of Tobago in the southern Caribbean. The Main Ridge Forest Reserve, which encompasses about 10,000 acres of tropical rainforest, is one of the oldest protected areas in the world.

The Man of War Shoal National Marine Park is located off the southern shore of Sint Maarten. The park protects habitats from globally threatened coral reefs and seagrass beds to open water. It is a sanctuary for whales, dolphins, sharks, sea turtles, and many fish.

The Massif de la Hotte is a mountain range in southwestern Haiti located in southeastern Haiti. La Hotte Biosphere Reserve includes six mountain peaks and encompasses terrestrial and marine areas. The region is considered a biodiversity hotspot due to the wide variation in climate.

Nestled within the verdant heart of Dominica, Morne Diablotin stands as a towering testament to the island's rich natural heritage. Crowned with mist-shrouded peaks and draped in lush tropical rainforest, this majestic mountain and its surrounding national park harbor an extraordinary array of flora and fauna found nowhere else on Earth. Morne Diablotin National Park is a sanctuary of unparalleled biodiversity and ecological significance.

Morne Trois Pitons National Park, a pristine sanctuary nestled in the heart of Dominica, graced by the island's highest peak, Morne Trois Pitons, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It stands as a testament to the island's natural wonders, a rugged landscape shaped by volcanic forces and adorned with lush biodiversity. The park's diverse landscapes weave a medley of tropical rainforests, secondary forests, deciduous forests, and montane rainforests.

The Nature Reserve of Saint Barthélemy protects underwater ecosystems around the Caribbean Sea volcanic island, including shallow reefs, seagrass beds, and marine life. The Nature Reserve includes coral formations in five sectors.

The Northeast Tobago Biosphere Reserve is located within the northeast region of the island of Tobago, comprised of a large marine and terrestrial area. It presents a rare Caribbean island ridge-to-ocean ecosystem, including the world's oldest tropical rainforest reserve.