Aguaro-Guariquito National Park

Aguaro-Guariquito is a national park in central Venezuela covering plains, sand dunes, rivers, streams, and palm forests across its protected territory. The park encompasses different natural environments that represent the landscape of the central lowlands.

The park was established in 1974 to protect representative examples of the high and low plains of central Venezuela. This designation reflected an effort to preserve these landscapes for future generations.

Moriche palm trees shape the landscape and have long served local communities as a source for handcrafted goods. Woven from these palms, hammocks, ropes, and baskets remain part of daily use and tradition.

You can reach the park through entrances near Mercedes del Llano heading toward Cabruta or via routes between Palenque and Santa Rita. It is helpful to check the current road conditions and accessibility before planning your visit.

White sand dunes in the park gradually shift westward, constantly reshaping the landscape. This moving terrain creates a dynamic quality that visitors rarely encounter in protected natural areas.

Location: Municipio Las Mercedes

Location: Municipio Francisco de Miranda

Inception: 1974

Elevation above the sea: 75 m

GPS coordinates: 8.30000,-66.75000

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:51