Amboró National Park
Santa Cruz
Amboró National Park, located in central Bolivia's Santa Cruz Department, is a vast protected area covering 4,425 square kilometers. It is renowned for its extraordinary biodiversity, harboring over 912 bird species and 177 mammal species including pumas, ocelots, and the rare spectacled bear. The park lies at the unique geographical junction known as the "Elbow of the Andes," where the eastern cordillera bends westward, resulting in a diverse range of ecoregions such as Southwest Amazon moist forests, Dry Chaco, Bolivian montane dry forests, Chiquitano dry forests, and high-elevation Yungas forests. Elevations range from 300 to 3,338 meters, creating varied habitats with annual rainfall between 1,400 and 4,000 millimeters. Amboró is adjacent to Carrasco National Park, together forming a larger conservation unit. The park is protected against human settlements, hunting, mining, and deforestation, although these threats persist. Access is primarily via two main roads connecting Cochabamba and Santa Cruz, supplemented by secondary gravel roads and trails. Visitors are required by law to enter with a guide, ensuring responsible tourism and conservation. The park's rich topography and ecosystems make it a unique destination for nature enthusiasts and researchers alike.
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Consejo: Visitors should plan their trip with a licensed guide as park entry requires it by law. The best time to visit is during the drier months to facilitate access on gravel roads and trails. Advance arrangements for guided tours and accommodations in nearby towns such as Buena Vista or Samaipata are recommended. While entry fees may apply, discounts can be available for students or groups. Carry suitable gear for hiking and variable weather due to elevation changes.
Datos interesantes
- •Amboró National Park hosts over 912 bird species, making it one of the most bird-diverse areas in the world.
- •The park's elevation ranges dramatically from 300 meters to over 3,300 meters, creating diverse habitats.
- •It protects rare mammals including the elusive spectacled bear and ocelot.
- •Amboró and adjacent Carrasco National Park together form a significant conservation corridor in Bolivia.
- •The park's unique location at the "Elbow of the Andes" influences its rich biodiversity and varied ecosystems.
Historia
Amboró National Park was initially established in 1973 as the Reserva de Vida Silvestre German Busch.
It became a national park in 1984, expanding protection to 1,800 km² with the support of biologists such as Noel Kempff and Robin Clark.
The park's area was extended to 6,376 km² in 1991 but later reduced to the current 4,425 km² in 1995.
Early management efforts began in 1989 with limited resources focused on inventory and ranger station construction.
Conflicts arose after the 1991 expansion due to lack of local consultation and property rights issues, leading to the creation of a "Red Line" boundary separating the National Park from an Integrated Management Natural Area, balancing conservation with sustainable use.
Guía del lugar
Serranías del Amboró Volcano Lagoon
A scenic natural lagoon formed in volcanic terrain within the park, offering picturesque views and a habitat for diverse aquatic and bird species.