Reserva natural El Corbalán

Reserva Natural El Corbalán is a protected area in Tarija that shelters multiple habitats within the Gran Chaco, one of South America's largest dry forest zones. The land supports roughly 500 bird species and over 180 amphibian species, along with several thousand plant types.

The protected area was established in 2001 to safeguard the natural wealth of the Tarija region. This creation represented an important step in preserving the forest zones of this part of South America.

Indigenous communities living near the reserve maintain traditional ways of life while participating in environmental conservation efforts. Their knowledge of the land shapes how the area is protected and managed today.

Visitors can explore marked trails to see wildlife in their natural settings throughout the area. Traveling with a guide increases your chances of spotting animals and understanding what you encounter.

The reserve shelters more than 3,000 plant species, with roughly 400 found nowhere else but this dry forest area. These plants have evolved specifically to thrive in the region's hot and dry conditions.