Katios National Natural Park was declared a World Heritage Site in 1994. It is an area of 720 km2 with tropical rainforest, tropical jungle, floodable forest and dwarf forest ecosystems. It contributes to the country with the water regulation and the fishing production, it is habitat of diversity of species of fauna and flora and its ecological and landscaping wealth is invaluable, in this place the existence of 30% of birds of the country is registered.
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How to get to Los Katios Park?
This beautiful tourist destination is located in the municipalities of Riosucio and Turbo, between Chocó and Antioquia. To get to Los Katios Natural Park you must go to Turbo or Apartadó in Antioquia, the closest municipality to the park is Turbo, in Tubo are boats that will take you directly to the park in at least 2 hours of travel.
If you are in Quibdó or Ungía (Chocó), you can take a boat that will take you to the park in a journey of approximately 6 hours.
Geography and Climate in Los Katios Natural Park
Los Katios Natural Park has an average temperature of 27°C and a height between 2 and 600 meters above sea level. It is recommended to wear comfortable clothes for warm climates, however, it is important to wear a raincoat because rain can surprise you, use sun block and insect repellent, use a hat or cap to protect yourself from the sun. Wear shoes with good grip and resistant.
What to do at Los Katios National Natural Park?
One of the main attractions of this tourist destination is its impressive and important water sources. The waterfalls that you will find in this park are really beautiful, one of the waterfalls reaches 100 meters high, you can practice canoeing, diving and sport fishing.
On the other hand, during your visit to the Katios Park, you will be able to interact with native communities, Indians of the Emebera and Kuna tribes that will show you their culture and beliefs and will teach you curious facts about the park. Be respectful of their customs.
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You will be able to watch birds and amphibians, in this park you will find a diversity of animals, including fish and reptiles, as this place is the most diverse and with the largest number in the world. Tapirs, monkeys, pumas, rays, eagles and manatees are some of the species you can admire in the park.
Some places you can visit in the Katios Natural Park are the Tumaradó marshes and the Tilupo and Tendal Falls.
But even more important, you will be able to make an ecological tour through the park facilities, being amazed with all the ecological richness and beautiful landscapes, the green of this park is a magnificent scenery.
Recommendations to go to Los Katios National Park
If you visit Los Katios Park you will need to bring food and supplies such as hydration and foods that are easy to consume and transport. Inside the park you will not find hotels or places to stay, it is recommended to stay in Turbo, or in the city from where your trip began.
