Protected Areas in Panama

Barú Volcano National Park, located in the Chiriquí Province of western Panama, is home to the tallest mountain in the country, the Barú Volcano. The Barú Volcano offers breathtaking views and a unique ecological environment. The park has diverse flora and fauna, rich cultural history, and geological significance. As a popular destination for hikers, birdwatchers, and nature enthusiasts, Barú Volcano National Park provides a unique opportunity to experience Panama's natural beauty and explore one of its most iconic landmarks.

Cerro Hoya National Park, located on the southern tip of the Azuero Peninsula in Panama, is a bastion of untouched natural beauty and ecological significance. Spanning the Los Santos and Veraguas provinces, this park is renowned for its rich biodiversity, unique landscapes, and historical importance. As one of the last refuges of the peninsula's original forests, the park serves as a critical conservation area, preserving rare species of flora and fauna and offering a glimpse into Panama's past.

Coiba Island, located off the western coast of Panama, is a natural paradise characterized by its remarkable biodiversity and unspoiled ecosystems. As the largest island in Central America, Coiba and its surrounding National Park provide a unique refuge for numerous plant and animal species. Over the centuries, this island has evolved from an isolated haven to a feared prison colony and, finally, to a renowned conservation area and UNESCO World Heritage Site.

In the southeastern corner of Panama, Darién National Park is a sprawling sanctuary in the Darién Province. Recognized as a World Heritage Site, it is one of Central America's most ecologically and culturally significant protected areas. The park boasts an exceptional variety of ecosystems and serves as a vital habitat for numerous species, including critically endangered mammals and birds. It is also a living cultural landscape, home to several indigenous and Afro-descendant communities.

La Amistad International Park is a Transboundary Protected Area that extends along the border between Costa Rica and Panama, which, along with the surrounding Biosphere Reserves, preserves a significant tract of tropical forest known for its extraordinary biodiversity and endemism.

The Eastern Tropical Pacific Marine Corridor is a vital marine conservation initiative encompassing several key marine protected areas across the eastern Pacific Ocean. Spanning the waters of Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, and Ecuador, this corridor aims to preserve one of the planet's richest and most diverse marine ecosystems. The corridor serves as a blueprint for international cooperation in marine conservation.