Discover wildlife staging a comeback in Parque Nacional Iberá

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Discover wildlife staging a comeback in Parque Nacional Iberá

Iberá National Park is a national park in Argentina located in the northeast province of Corrientes. The national park adjoins the 5,530 km² Iberá Provincial Park to the southeast.

ARGENTINA // With the creation of Iberá National Park in 2018 alongside a large provincial reserve, one of the continent's principal freshwater wetlands also became one of Argentina's largest protected areas. Think South American safari: this watery expanse has become a hub for rewilding native species in the Southern Cone. The wildlife watching is thrilling. Camp among docile capybaras, kayak through lily-strewn waters to spy prehistoric-looking caimans, and fix your binoculars on herds of rheas and flocks of green-tipped macaws. Native jaguars and giant river otters are coming back, thanks to the work of Tompkins Conservation, based in the island outpost of San Alonso. This corner of Argentina has a proud criollo (Spanish and indigenous) culture. Take in the region's gaucho routes with a semi-aquatic horseback riding tour, and admire the barefoot cowboys, swimming steeds and banner blue skies. Outside Concepción, travel via horse-drawn canoe to traditional settlements on tiny islands in the estuary. Once home to a thousand residents ranching in this watery world, today they have only 30.

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What is going on in Ibera National Park?

Fires broke out in a protected desert in northeastern Argentina in February 2023. Ibera National Park, home to jaguars, capybaras and giant anteaters, has reportedly been burning since late December 2022 and will continue to burn until February 22, 2023.

How do I get from Buenos Aires to Ibera National Park?

You can go to Mercedes city by night bus or private car from Buenos Aires (11 hours) or anywhere else in the country. Then, follow the others and hop on the next two-hour connection to Carlos Pellegrini, the main hub for exploring Ibera. If you are flying in, the nearest airport is Posadas.

What animal is the subject of conservation efforts at Iberá National Park in Argentina?

aguar

Due to the size and quality of its habitat, this protected area is a unique opportunity to reintroduce local extinct species such as giant anteater, tapir, collared peccy, pampas deer, ocelot, giant river otter and jaguar

Are the Ibera wetlands worth visiting?

Floating islands of vegetation, unique wildlife, shallow water lagoons, and a wonderful network of lakes will amaze you as you explore this natural wonder of Argentina. Still unknown to many international visitors, visiting this remote region of South America is a privilege.

How do I get to Iberá wetlands?

How to go to the Ibra lagoon? Fly from Buenos Aires to Posadas (1 hour then 5 hours drive) or Mercedes in Corinth (plus 2-3 hours drive). There are also private charter flights to some of the resorts.

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