Jaragua National Park
Jaragua National Park (Parque Nacional Jaragua) is the largest protected area in the Dominican Republic and part of the UNESCO-recognized Biosphere Reserve of Jaragua-Bahoruco-Enriquillo. Covering over 1,300 square kilometers, the park spans pristine beaches, dry forests, cays, and wetlands.
Highlights include:
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Bahía de las Águilas, often called one of the most beautiful beaches in the Caribbean.
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Laguna de Oviedo, famous for flamingos, iguanas, and mangrove ecosystems.
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Offshore cays like Isla Beata and Isla Alto Velo.
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Rare flora and fauna, including more than 130 bird species (some endemic).
Jaragua is a paradise for eco-tourism, birdwatching, and sustainable travel, offering a glimpse of the DR’s wild and untouched side.