Río Plátano
Honduras, Gracias a Dios
Río Plátano
LocationHonduras, Gracias a Dios
RegionGracias a Dios
TypeBiosphere Reserve
Coordinates15.4167°, -84.9167°
Established1980
Area5250
Nearest CityPuerto Lempira (90 km)
About Río Plátano
A UNESCO World Heritage Site and Honduras's largest protected area, Río Plátano preserves one of Central America's last great rainforests in the Mosquitia. The reserve shelches jaguars, harpy eagles, giant anteaters, tapirs, and manatees, while supporting Pech, Tawahka, Miskito, and Garífuna communities.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Río Plátano located?
Río Plátano is located in Gracias a Dios, Honduras at coordinates 15.4167, -84.9167.
How do I get to Río Plátano?
To get to Río Plátano, the nearest city is Puerto Lempira (90 km).
How large is Río Plátano?
Río Plátano covers approximately 5,250 square kilometers (2,027 square miles).
When was Río Plátano established?
Río Plátano was established in 1980.