Wilderness Landscape & Natural Heritage
Bahuaja-Sonene National Park covers an area of over 1,091,416 hectares in the Puno and Madre de Dios regions of Peru. The park represents a convergence of several diverse ecosystems, including montane forests, tropical rainforests, and savannas. It is home to a staggering variety of flora and fauna, among them the jaguar, giant river otter, and harpy eagle. Established in 1996, Bahuaja-Sonene's history is relatively recent but its ecological significance makes it a centerpiece for conservation in Peru. Key recreational activities include bird watching, exploring its dense trail systems, and river expeditions. Visitors are drawn by its remote beauty and the opportunity to spot rare and endemic wildlife not found elsewhere. Bahuaja-Sonene National Park is part of a larger network of protected areas in the Amazon rainforest, playing a crucial role in preserving biodiversity and climate regulation.