A paradise of biodiversity
This conservation area of the Fundación ProAves was created in 2013 to protect and conserve the habitat of the most threatened species in the region. A large number of species inhabit the Nature Reserve with ease of observation, which is why it is of great interest for conservation. Visit us!
- Altitudinal range: Between 160 and 230 AMSL
- Weather: 77 °F approximately. Savanna, gallery forests and morichales
Location
On the Guaviare River, 20 minutes from the municipality of Mapiripán, department of Meta, there is a protected area of jungle that resists perishing, El Jaguar ProAves Reserve, located in the Caño Evaristo and Esteros Altos villages.
How to get to El Jaguar
The Nature Reserve has 3 access routes:
- Waterway: Take a boat from the San José del Guaviare dock to the Mapiripán dock. You can ask the driver to drop you off directly at El Jaguar ProAves Reserve. The trip takes about 2 hours. The boats leave every Friday at 6 a.m.
- Airway: From the city of Villavicencio take a charter flight. Flights depart on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday with the transport company T&A. You can make your reservation by calling: +57 314 219 46 71 or +57 310 277 76 06.
- Land route: From the city of Villavicencio take a bus to Mapiripán with the company Flota La Macarena. The trip lasts approximately 8 hours. The bus leaves every day at 6:00 a.m.
- Route: Villavicencio - Granada - Puerto Lleras - Cruce El Pororio - Mapiripán
OUR LODGE
In the Nature Reserve you will find a traditional rustic cabin with shared space for 5 people:
Amenities and services
Visitors will enjoy:
- Water, coffee and tea station
- Bird watching of endemic bird species, feeders as well as different species of mammals and wildlife in general
- Enjoy trails, terraces, and seating areas
- Comfortable rooms
The reservation does not include food or transportation. Any extra service must be requested at the reception and has an additional cost.
THINGS TO DO
Bird watching
Contemplate wildlife
Enjoy a beautiful sunset from the Guaviare river
Cruise the Guaviare River by boat and spot shorebirds
Hikes on the internal trails
Explore the garden and its wonderful species
- We recommend a minimum stay of 2- 3 nights to enjoy the activities and variety of wildlife.
TRAVEL TIPS
FOLLOW THESE RECOMMENDATIONS AND ENJOY YOUR STAY:
- RESERVATION
Make your reservation 24 hours in advance. Walk-in reservations are not guaranteed and are dependent on current availability.
- CHECK IN AND CHECK OUT
The ProAves Reserve opens at 6:00 a.m. and closes at 8:00 p.m. Time of entry to your room: From 3:00 p.m. and time of departure from your room: Maximum at 10:00 a.m.
- RESERVATION POLICIES
You can change the dates of the reservation, as long as there is availability. Changes must be requested in writing and 15 days in advance. No refund is made for cancellation.
- MEALS
Inform us of any health problems, allergies, or food requirements. We will offer you a special menu according to your diet.
- DO NOT COLLECT
Please, respect the natural resources of the Nature Reserve. The collection of any biological material is not allowed.
- TRANSPORT
Any vehicle is suitable for transportation to the Nature Reserve.
- CLOTHING
Remember that the climate in Colombia can be very unpredictable! We recommend you bring suitable walking shoes, a rain jacket, long-sleeved clothing, a sun hat, and sunscreen.
- FLASHLIGHT
In the Natural Reserve there may be power outages, so bring a flashlight and enjoy connecting with nature without the distraction of modern technology.
- MOSQUITOES
You do not need a yellow fever vaccine. However, we recommend using repellent since being in contact with nature there may be mosquitoes.
- FORBIDDEN TO ENTER ALCOHOL
The entry of alcoholic beverages into the Nature Reserve is forbidden.
- INTERNAL TRAILS
Follow the instructions of the Nature Reserve staff and stay on the established trails.
En EL Jaguar
SUSTAINABILITY & CONSERVATION
This conservation area of the Fundación ProAves was created in 2013 with the aim of protecting and conserving the habitat of the most threatened species in the region.
The Nature Reserve has a great density of species with ease of observation, so it is of great interest for conservation. There are 364 species of birds, among which stand out: Picumnus pumilus, Touit huetii, Spizaetus ornatus, Oressochen jubatus, y Lophornis chalybeus, Mitu tomentosum, Hylopezus macularius, Dromococcyx phasianellus, Lathrotriccus euleri and Calidris minutilla.
The forests of El Jaguar ProAves Reserve present a high diversity of mammals, among which are: Inia geoffrensis, Tapirus terrestris, Pteronura brasiliensis, Myrmecophaga tridactyla, Hydrochoerus hydrochaeris, Cuniculus paca y Panthera onca, among others.
EIt is made up of gallery and riparian forest, savannas, Morichales, marshy areas, lagoons, lakes, and natural swamps, Dense High Forest of Tierra Firme, Transformed Vegetation (weedy Pastures), Dense Low Forest of the mainland, and Dense High Heterogeneous Flood Forest: the best-represented families in a number of species are
Mimosaceae, Moraceae, Melastomataceae, Lauraceae, Fabaceae, Euphorbiaceae, Rubiaceae, Burseraceae, Sapotaceae, and Myrtaceae. The species identified at the moment are the following: Aspidosperma excelsum, Euterpe precatoria, Iriartea deltoidea, Mauritia flexuosa, Bauhinia guianensis and Eschweilera amazonica, Apuleia leiocarpa, Dialium guianense, Hymenaea oblongifolia, Calophyllum brasiliense, Terminalia amazonia, Clathrotropis macrocarpa, Ocotea cymbarum, Cedrelinga cateniformis, Pseudolmedia laevigata, Pseudolmedia laevisn, Erisma uncinatum and Curatella Americana.