Alto Darién
Panama, Comarca Emberá-Wounaan
Alto Darién
LocationPanama, Comarca Emberá-Wounaan
RegionComarca Emberá-Wounaan
TypeProtected Forest
Coordinates8.0000°, -77.6500°
Established1972
Area3150
Nearest CityYaviza (60 km)
About Alto Darién
Bosque Protector Alto Darién was established in 1972 as one of Panama's first large-scale conservation areas in the Emberá-Wounaan Comarca. The protected forest preserves dense lowland and montane rainforest adjacent to Darién National Park, serving as a buffer zone managed in partnership with indigenous communities.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Alto Darién located?
Alto Darién is located in Comarca Emberá-Wounaan, Panama at coordinates 8, -77.65.
How do I get to Alto Darién?
To get to Alto Darién, the nearest city is Yaviza (60 km).
How large is Alto Darién?
Alto Darién covers approximately 3,150 square kilometers (1,216 square miles).
When was Alto Darién established?
Alto Darién was established in 1972.