Tatamá National Natural Park

Tatamá National Natural Park is a protected area in western Colombia spanning the Western Cordillera mountain range with high-altitude grasslands and steep terrain. The landscape shifts across different elevations, supporting varied mountain vegetation suited to each altitude zone.

The park was established in 1987 to protect important water sources flowing into the San Juan and Cauca rivers. Its creation was part of a larger effort to safeguard mountain regions in western Colombia.

Indigenous and Afro-Colombian communities living near the park view it as part of their ancestral lands and participate in conservation projects. Their traditional land practices have shaped the ecosystems over many generations.

Visitors should hike with certified guides who are familiar with the trails and mountain conditions. Planning ahead for reservations and bringing weather-appropriate gear is essential when visiting due to the elevation changes and unpredictable conditions.

The Tatamá paramo is one of only three unaltered high-altitude ecosystems in Colombia, alongside Frontino and El Duende, making it a rare example of mountain wilderness. This pristine state is striking because similar regions across South America have been heavily modified.

Location: Risaralda Department

Location: Valle del Cauca Department

Location: Chocó Department

Website: http://parquesnacionales.gov.co/PNN/portel/libreria/php/decide.php?patron=01.0141

GPS coordinates: 5.10000,-76.15000

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:56