El Tuparro National Natural Park

El Tuparro is a protected natural area in Vichada and encompasses savannas, gallery forests, and several rivers including the Orinoco and Tuparro. The landscape shifts between open grasslands and denser forested strips along waterways.

The area was designated as a protected zone in 1970 and received national park status in 1980 to conserve the region's natural resources. This recognition enabled systematic conservation efforts and scientific work in the region.

Indigenous groups like the Piaroa and Curripaco inhabit areas around the park and maintain their traditional ways of life within this landscape. Visitors may encounter traditional settlements along trails and see how communities exist within this remote environment.

The Attalea trail passes through palm forests and rocky outcrops to a viewpoint overlooking Maipures Rapids. Visitors should bring sturdy shoes and water bottles, as paths are uneven and sun exposure is intense.

The area contains remnants of the ancient Guiana Shield with rocky formations under 900 meters, among the continent's oldest geological structures. These ancient formations offer glimpses into early Earth history and function like an open-air natural museum.

Location: Vichada Department

Inception: 1970

Elevation above the sea: 88 m

Website: http://parquesnacionales.gov.co/PNN/portel/libreria/php/decide.php?patron=01.020211

GPS coordinates: 4.97000,-68.30000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:42