Carrasco National Park
Park Protected Andean-Amazon transition forest near Cochabamba
Stretching from Cochabamba’s foothills into cloud forest, Carrasco National Park protects montane rainforest, waterfalls, and wildlife corridors. Visitors go for multi-day treks, birdwatching, and river valleys accessed from nearby towns.
Tips for Visiting Carrasco National Park #
- Visit during the Bolivian dry season (roughly May-October) when trails are firmer and wildlife viewing is easier rather than during heavy rains.
- Plan early-morning starts for the best bird and mammal activity and cooler temperatures; arrange a local guide from Cochabamba/Chapare to access lesser-used trails and improve wildlife sightings.
Best Time to Visit Carrasco National Park #
Best visited in the dry season (May-October) when trails are more accessible and there are fewer mosquitoes and heavy rains.
Weather & Climate near Carrasco National Park #
Carrasco National Park's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with warm summers (peaking in January) and mild winters (coldest in June). Temperatures range from 12°C to 30°C. Heavy rainfall (2476 mm/year), wettest in January.
January
January is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 18°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (403 mm).
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February
February is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 18°C. Heavy rain (343 mm).
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March
March is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 18°C. Heavy rain (309 mm).
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April
April is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (166 mm).
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May
May is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (113 mm).
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June
June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm).
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July
July is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm).
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August
August is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 13°C. Significant rainfall (110 mm).
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September
September is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 15°C. Significant rainfall (111 mm).
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October
October is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (176 mm).
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November
November is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 18°C. Heavy rain (233 mm).
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December
December is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 18°C. Heavy rain (327 mm).
