Protected Areas in South America

Isla Magdalena National Park is a protected area on Magdalena Island, Patagonia, Chile. Its rugged landscape, deep ravines and coastal cliffs make it an ideal environment for species such as Penguins, Cormorants, Sea Lions, and Southern River Otters.

The Malpelo Fauna and Flora Sanctuary is a large marine protected area off Colombia's Pacific coast. This World Heritage Site includes the barren Malpelo Island, its rocky outcroppings, and the surrounding marine environment, recognized as one of the top diving sites in the world.

Manú National Park and Biosphere Reserve is a world-renowned haven of biodiversity at the meeting point of the Tropical Andes and the Amazon Basin in southwestern Peru. A vast, isolated watershed, the still-roadless property has been spared from most human impacts. From its altitudinal diversity to the mysteries of Paititi, the 'Lost City of the Incas,' an intricate collage of ecosystems, wildlife, and indigenous communities call this sanctuary home.

Nestled within the Chaco savanna region just north of Mar de Plata on the Atlantic coast in Buenos Aires Province, Argentina, the Mar Chiquita Biosphere Reserve is a testament to the remarkable biodiversity and ecological significance of Argentina's coastal plains. Comprising the 'Parque Atlántico Mar Chiquita,' this reserve boasts a rich tapestry of habitats, ranging from expansive savannas to hyper-saline lakes, offering sanctuary to a diverse array of flora and fauna.

The Mbaracayú Forest Natural Reserve and the Bosque Mbaracayú Biosphere Reserve protect a hotspot of biodiversity in the Mata Atlántica biologic corridor. It is a tropical humid forest ecosystem, which includes low and medium-altitude Atlantic semi-deciduous forests and savannas.

Melimoyu is a stratovolcano located in the Aysén Region in southern Chile. The Gulf of Corcovado borders the Melimoyu National Park amidst a labyrinth of channels and fjords. Its rivers, dense mixed forests, and marine waters foster a rich, biodiverse ecosystem.

Monte León National Park is a nature reserve in southern Argentina. It was established in 2004 to protect a unique ecosystem where the Patagonian steppe meets the Atlantic Ocean. The park boasts impressive biodiversity and natural beauty, with dramatic cliffs, windswept beaches, and diverse flora and fauna. It's a symbol of conservation in the region and a must-visit for nature enthusiasts.

Monte Roraima National Park is located in northern Brazil and contains plateau and montane ecosystems. It includes the Brazilian section of Mount Roraima and part of the Pacaraima Mountains, which separate Brazil from Venezuela and Guyana.

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.

Nevado Sajama, a majestic extinct stratovolcano, proudly stands as Bolivia's loftiest peak. This towering giant is nestled within the Sajama National Park, a pristine expanse in the Oruro Department, east of the Chilean border. The volcano and its protective sanctuary weave a tale of geological grandeur, indigenous heritage, and conservation triumphs.