Pingüino de Humboldt National Reserve
Pingüino de Humboldt National Reserve, Nature reserve with three islands in Coquimbo Region, Chile
The reserve encompasses Chañaral, Damas, and Choros islands, spanning 859 hectares along the Chilean coast north of La Serena in the Coquimbo Region.
The Chilean government established the Pingüino de Humboldt National Reserve on January 3, 1990, to protect marine wildlife and coastal ecosystems.
Local fishermen from Punta de Choros and Caleta Chañaral communities provide boat transportation services, maintaining traditional maritime practices in the region.
Visitors can reach the reserve by traveling 75 kilometers from La Serena to Los Choros village, followed by a 45-kilometer journey on an unpaved road.
The reserve contains 59 species of endemic vascular plants and serves as a breeding ground for Humboldt penguins, sea lions, and marine otters.
Location: Huasco Province
Location: Elqui Province
Inception: January 3, 1990
Website: http://conaf.cl/parques/ficha-reserva_nacional_pinguino_de_humboldt-21.html
GPS coordinates: -29.25200,-71.53900
Latest update: May 27, 2025 19:50
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Casa de las Palmeras
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