Jeanette Kawas National Park, Protected coastal park in Atlántida Department, Honduras
Jeanette Kawas National Park is a protected coastal park in Atlántida that stretches along the Bay of Tela, featuring a peninsula, tropical rainforest, and Los Micos Lagoon, the region's largest saltwater lagoon. The landscape combines different water and forest zones that create varied wildlife habitats.
The park was established in 1988 to protect the natural landscape and its historical sites. Puerto Escondido, a cove within the park, once sheltered ships during colonial times and shows how the area has been used across centuries.
The Garifuna people of Miami have deep ties to the park, and you can meet local fishermen who know the waters and share stories about living alongside nature.
Reaching the park requires a boat ride of about 45 minutes from Tela, with local tour operators offering guided trips and equipment. Bring sun protection and insect repellent, and allow time for both the journey and exploration.
Howler monkeys live in the rainforest here, and their loud calls echo through the trees at dawn and dusk. Playa Cocalito offers white sand beaches that stand out against the surrounding jungle.
Location: Atlántida Department
Inception: 1988
Address: W96J+J95, Río Tinto, Honduras
GPS coordinates: 15.85000,-87.66667
Latest update: December 6, 2025 16:03
Honduras holds a range of natural sites and archaeological locations along its Caribbean coastline and mountainous interior. The Copán ruins stand among the most important remnants of the Mayan civilization, displaying intricate stonework and the Hieroglyphic Stairway. Several islands in the Bay Islands, including Roatán, Utila, and Guanaja, offer sandy shores and access to coral reefs. National parks such as Pico Bonito, La Tigra, and Celaque protect rainforests and mountain ecosystems with trails through dense vegetation. Lake Yojoa sits between forested hills and serves as a habitat for migratory birds. The capital city of Tegucigalpa contains the 18th-century cathedral, along with the Museum for National Identity and the Garífuna Cultural Center, which provide insight into the country's history and culture. The Christ of Picacho statue overlooks the city from a hilltop. Along the northern coast, the Lancetilla Botanical Garden in Tela holds collections of tropical plants. Protected areas like the Río Plátano Biosphere Reserve and the Moskitia region in the east preserve remote rainforests and wetlands. Cayos Cochinos consists of small islands with clear waters off the coast near La Ceiba.
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