Complete list of 42 national parks in Venezuela

Aguaro-Guariquito

Archipiélago Los Roques

Canaima

Cerro Autana

Cerro Copey

Cerro Saroche

Chorro El Indio

Ciénagas de Juan Manuel

Cueva de la Quebrada del Toro

Dinira

El Ávila

El Guácharo

El Guache

El Tamá

General Cruz Carrillo

General Juan Pablo Peñaloza

Guaramacal

Guatopo

Henri Pittier

Jaua-Sarisariñama

Laguna de La Restinga

Laguna de Tacarigua

La Neblina

Los Médanos de Coro

Macarao

Macizo Guaiquinima

Mariusa

Mochima

Morrocoy

Páramos Batallón y La Negra

Parima-Tapirapecó

Perijá

San Esteban

Santos Luzardo

Sierra de La Culata

Sierra de San Luis

Sierra Nevada (Venezuela)

Terepaima

Tirgua

Turuépano

Waraira Repano

Yacambú

Venezuela National Parks

Aguaro-Guariquito National Park is one of Venezuela's largest protected areas, characterized by vast savannas and gallery forests along river courses. The park is home to diverse wildlife including capybaras, caimans, and numerous bird species. It plays a crucial role in protecting the watersheds of the Aguaro and Guariquito rivers.

Los Roques is an archipelago of coral islands featuring pristine white sand beaches and crystal-clear waters. The park consists of about 350 islands, cays, and islets in the Caribbean Sea. It is renowned for its marine biodiversity, including coral reefs, mangroves, and seagrass beds that support abundant marine life.

Canaima National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage site featuring the world's highest waterfall, Angel Falls. The park is characterized by unique table-top mountains called tepuis, vast savannas, and dense tropical forests. It is home to numerous endemic species and represents one of Earth's oldest geological formations.

Cerro Autana is a distinctive table-top mountain with a unique natural tunnel running through it. The mountain is considered sacred by local indigenous peoples and features unique geological formations. Its ecosystem hosts various endemic plant species adapted to the harsh conditions at its summit.

Cerro Copey is the highest point on Margarita Island, offering panoramic views of the Caribbean Sea. The park protects important cloud forest ecosystems and serves as a water source for local communities. It features unique flora and fauna adapted to its mountainous environment.

Cerro Saroche National Park protects an area of semi-arid landscape with unique xerophytic vegetation. The park features dramatic geological formations and serves as a habitat for various desert-adapted species. It represents one of Venezuela's most important protected dry forest ecosystems.

Chorro El Indio is centered around a spectacular waterfall in the Andean region. The monument features cloud forest ecosystems and provides important habitat for various bird species. The area is known for its scenic beauty and ecological importance in the local watershed.

Ciénagas de Juan Manuel National Park protects an important wetland ecosystem in western Venezuela. The park features extensive marshlands that provide crucial habitat for numerous water birds and aquatic species. It plays a vital role in regional water regulation and flood control.

This natural monument protects an important cave system and surrounding forest area. The cave features interesting geological formations and serves as habitat for various cave-dwelling species. The surrounding area contains important examples of local flora and fauna.

Dinira National Park protects a significant portion of the Venezuelan Andes ecosystem. The park features dramatic mountain landscapes with peaks reaching over 3,000 meters. It serves as an important watershed protection area and hosts diverse flora and fauna including spectacled bears and mountain tapirs.

El Ávila National Park is a prominent mountain range that separates Caracas from the Caribbean Sea. The park features the iconic Waraira Repano peak and diverse ecosystems ranging from cloud forests to alpine zones. It serves as a crucial recreational area for residents of Caracas and contains numerous hiking trails and historical sites.

El Guácharo National Park is famous for its extensive cave system home to the oilbird (guácharo). The park contains one of the most impressive cave networks in South America. The main cave extends for several kilometers and hosts unique ecosystems and archaeological sites.

El Guache National Park protects an important watershed area in the Venezuelan Andes. The park features dense cloud forests and numerous rivers and streams. It serves as a vital water source for surrounding agricultural regions and hosts diverse wildlife species.

El Tamá National Park straddles the Venezuela-Colombia border in the Andes Mountains. The park protects cloud forests and páramo ecosystems at elevations up to 3,329 meters. It serves as an important corridor for wildlife movement between the two countries and contains numerous endemic species.

General Cruz Carrillo National Park protects a section of the Venezuelan Andes including the Teta de Niquitao-Guirigay peak. The park features high-altitude páramo ecosystems and glacial lakes. It serves as an important water source for surrounding communities and contains significant archaeological sites.

General Juan Pablo Peñaloza National Park protects high-altitude páramo ecosystems in the Venezuelan Andes. The park features dramatic mountain landscapes and numerous lakes. It serves as a crucial water source and contains unique high-altitude flora and fauna.

Guaramacal National Park protects cloud forest and páramo ecosystems in the Venezuelan Andes. The park features diverse plant species and serves as an important bird habitat. It contains numerous hiking trails and offers spectacular mountain views.

Guatopo National Park protects an important watershed area and tropical forest ecosystem. The park features numerous rivers and waterfalls within its mountainous terrain. It serves as a vital water source for Caracas and contains diverse wildlife including howler monkeys and numerous bird species.

Henri Pittier National Park is Venezuela's oldest national park, protecting coastal mountain ecosystems. The park features cloud forests, beaches, and over 500 bird species. It contains numerous hiking trails and historic cacao plantations, connecting the Caribbean coast to the inland valleys.

Jaua-Sarisariñama National Park is known for its distinctive tepuis (table-top mountains) and unique biodiversity. The park features two major tepuis: Sarisariñama and Jaua, with remarkable sinkholes on their summits. The area hosts numerous endemic species and remains one of Venezuela's most remote and pristine parks.

Laguna de La Restinga National Park is centered around a coastal lagoon on Margarita Island. The park features extensive mangrove forests, diverse bird species, and unique coastal ecosystems. Visitors can take boat tours through the mangrove channels and observe the local wildlife.

Laguna de Tacarigua National Park protects a coastal lagoon system with rich biodiversity. The park is an important habitat for various bird species, including flamingos and pelicans. It features mangrove forests, sandy beaches, and provides essential breeding grounds for sea turtles.

La Neblina National Park is home to Pico da Neblina, the highest mountain in Brazil, and features diverse tropical rainforest ecosystems. The park is characterized by its cloud forests, tepuis, and rich biodiversity. It remains one of the most isolated and least explored national parks in Venezuela.

Los Médanos de Coro National Park features extensive sand dunes reaching heights of up to 40 meters. The desert landscape is unique in Venezuela and constantly shifts with the wind. The park offers stunning views and opportunities for sandboarding and hiking.

Macarao National Park protects an important watershed area near Caracas. The park features cloud forests, mountain streams, and diverse wildlife. It serves as a crucial source of water for the capital city and provides recreational opportunities for urban residents.

Macizo Guaiquinima National Park is centered around the massive Guaiquinima Tepui. The park features dramatic cliffs, waterfalls, and unique highland ecosystems. It is home to numerous endemic species and remains largely unexplored due to its remote location.

Mariusa National Park protects part of the Orinoco Delta ecosystem. The park features extensive mangrove forests, waterways, and wetlands. It is home to the Warao indigenous people and provides important habitat for diverse aquatic and terrestrial species.

Mochima National Park encompasses both marine and terrestrial environments along the Caribbean coast. The park features numerous bays, coves, and islands with crystal-clear waters. It is popular for snorkeling, diving, and beach activities, with diverse marine life and coral reefs.

Morrocoy National Park is a marine park known for its coral reefs, mangroves, and white-sand beaches. The park includes numerous small islands called cayos that are popular for swimming and snorkeling. It hosts diverse marine life and is one of Venezuela's most visited national parks.

A high-altitude park featuring unique páramo ecosystems and diverse flora. The park protects important water sources and endemic species adapted to the harsh mountain environment. Notable for its frailejones plants and spectacular mountain landscapes.

One of Venezuela's largest national parks, located in the remote Amazon region. The park contains pristine rainforest and serves as home to various indigenous communities. Features diverse wildlife and forms part of the Venezuelan-Brazilian border.

Located along the Colombian border in the Perijá mountain range. The park features cloud forests, diverse wildlife, and several endemic species. It serves as an important watershed protection area and contains significant archaeological sites.

A coastal mountain park featuring both marine and terrestrial ecosystems. Contains diverse flora and fauna with several endemic species. Notable for its pristine beaches and colonial history dating back to the 16th century.

Located in the Venezuelan llanos (plains), protecting important wetland ecosystems. Home to diverse wildlife including capybaras, caimans, and numerous bird species. Features dramatic seasonal flooding that transforms the landscape.

A mountainous park in the Venezuelan Andes featuring páramo ecosystems and glacial lakes. Home to unique high-altitude flora including frailejones and many endemic species. Contains important water sources for surrounding communities.

A mountainous park featuring cloud forests and unique karst formations. Contains important cave systems and archaeological sites. The park protects several endemic species and serves as a vital water source.

Home to Venezuela's highest peaks including Pico Bolívar. Features dramatic Andean landscapes with glaciers, páramos, and alpine lakes. The park contains diverse ecosystems from snow-capped peaks to cloud forests.

A small but ecologically important park protecting cloud forest ecosystems. Home to diverse wildlife including spectacled bears and numerous bird species. Features dramatic elevation changes and important watershed areas.

A mountainous park protecting important forest ecosystems and water sources. Features diverse flora and fauna including numerous orchid species. The park serves as a crucial corridor for wildlife movement between different regions.

Turuépano National Park is a protected area consisting primarily of mangrove swamps and wetlands in northeastern Venezuela. The park features extensive waterways, diverse aquatic ecosystems, and serves as an important habitat for numerous bird species. The area is known for its rich biodiversity and plays a crucial role in protecting the region's coastal wetland systems.

Waraira Repano National Park, also known as El Ávila, is a prominent mountain range that serves as a natural barrier between Caracas and the Caribbean Sea. The park features diverse vegetation zones ranging from semi-arid areas to cloud forests, and includes the iconic Pico Naiguatá. A cable car system provides access to stunning viewpoints of both the city and the Caribbean coast.

Yacambú National Park is characterized by its cloud forests and mountainous terrain in the western region of Venezuela. The park contains the Yacambú Dam and Reservoir, which provides water to nearby agricultural areas and communities. The area is known for its rich biodiversity, including numerous endemic species of flora and fauna.