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Serranía de Chiribiquete National Park Adventures

Serranía de Chiribiquete National Park is a vast and remote protected area in Colombia known for its stunning tepuis, rich biodiversity, and prehistoric rock art, offering a rare glimpse into unspoiled Amazonian wilderness.

2,782,354
Acres Protected
Very limited and not officially established
Miles of Trails
Fewer than 1,000 (strictly controlled access)
Annual Visitors
1989 (original boundaries), expanded 2018
Year Established

About Serranía de Chiribiquete National Park

 

Serranía de Chiribiquete National Park is located in the Colombian Amazon region, encompassing parts of the departments of Caquetá and Guaviare. Designated as a national park and UNESCO World Heritage Site, Chiribiquete is one of the largest protected tropical forests in the world and a key stronghold for biodiversity. Geographically, the park features a dramatic landscape dominated by ancient sandstone tepuis that rise sharply above the dense rainforest canopy. These unique flat-topped mountains harbor isolated ecosystems, contributing to the park's remarkable ecological diversity. The area is home to hundreds of species of plants, mammals, birds, amphibians, and insects, many of which are endemic or rare. Visitors and researchers are drawn by Chiribiquete’s spectacular prehistoric rock art, with thousands of visible pictographs dating back thousands of years, providing an invaluable cultural and archaeological record. The park’s remoteness and strict protections mean that visitor access is highly regulated and often requires coordination with Colombian authorities. Despite the challenges of access, Chiribiquete offers unparalleled opportunities for adventurous ecotourism, including guided jungle treks, wildlife observation, and cultural exploration. Its immense size and status as one of the last pristine Amazonian wildernesses underscore its global environmental significance and make it a focal point for conservation efforts in South America.

Highlights

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Iconic sandstone tepuis with unique ecosystems

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Extensive prehistoric rock art with over 70,000 paintings

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One of the largest continuous tracts of rainforest in the Amazon Basin

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Home to rare and endemic species, including jaguars and harpy eagles

Notable Natural Features

Sandstone Tepuis

Towering flat-topped mountains that create isolated ecological islands home to unique flora and fauna.

Rock Art Galleries

Thousands of ancient pictographs depicting animals, humans, and symbolic shapes, representing one of the largest collections of rock art in South America.

Amazonian Rainforest

A vast expanse of biodiverse Amazon forest supporting countless species and pristine natural habitats.