El Tuparro National Natural Park

Park Biodiverse national park protecting savannas and river ecosystems

In Colombia’s eastern plains, El Tuparro protects Llanos savanna, braided river channels and seasonal wetlands; ecotourists come for boat safaris, birdwatching, fishing and guided trips into a remote riverine landscape.

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El Tuparro National Natural Park
5.2833, -68.0667

How to Get to El Tuparro National Natural Park #

El Tuparro National Natural Park is in Vichada Department and is remote. Access typically requires a multi-stage trip by road or river from larger towns such as Puerto Carreño, often arranged through tour operators who provide 4x4 or river transport. Check with Colombian park authorities for current access requirements and permits.

Tips for Visiting El Tuparro National Natural Park #

  • Hire an experienced local naturalist guide - the park's ecosystems are complex and guides know the best viewing spots.
  • Arrange transport in advance: the park is remote, and internal roads are seasonally difficult.
  • Bring mosquito protection in the wet season; the savannah and gallery forests can be insect-heavy.

Best Time to Visit El Tuparro National Natural Park #

Best visited in the dry season for wildlife viewing and road access; wet season offers lush scenery but can make travel more difficult.

Dry season
December-March · 24-30°C
Best time for wildlife viewing as animals concentrate around water sources and roads are passable.
Wet season
April-November · 24-31°C
Lush growth and river levels rise; some areas become harder to reach but the landscape is the most verdant.

Weather & Climate near El Tuparro National Natural Park #

Climate

El Tuparro National Natural Park's climate is classified as Tropical Monsoon - Tropical Monsoon climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 22°C to 36°C. Heavy rainfall (2737 mm/year), wettest in July with a pronounced dry season.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
36°
Warmest Month
22°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is hot with highs of 35°C and lows of 22°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm).

Comfort

29°
Feels Like Hot
29°C
Temperature
22° 35°

Weather

30 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm

February

February is hot with highs of 36°C and lows of 23°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm).

Comfort

29°
Feels Like Hot
29°C
Temperature
23° 36°

Weather

51 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm

March

March is the hottest month with highs of 35°C and lows of 24°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm).

Comfort

29°
Feels Like Hot
29°C
Temperature
24° 35°

Weather

84 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm

April

April is hot with highs of 33°C and lows of 23°C. Significant rainfall (198 mm).

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
23° 33°

Weather

198 mm
Rainfall
1.3 m/s
Wind
Calm

May

May is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 23°C. Heavy rain (305 mm).

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
23° 32°

Weather

305 mm
Rainfall
1.2 m/s
Wind
Calm

June

June is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 22°C. Heavy rain (432 mm).

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
23° 31°

Weather

432 mm
Rainfall
1.1 m/s
Wind
Calm

July

July is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 22°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (441 mm).

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
22° 31°

Weather

441 mm
Rainfall
1.1 m/s
Wind
Calm

August

August is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 22°C. Heavy rain (402 mm).

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
22° 31°

Weather

402 mm
Rainfall
1.1 m/s
Wind
Calm

September

September is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 23°C. Heavy rain (337 mm).

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
23° 32°

Weather

337 mm
Rainfall
1.1 m/s
Wind
Calm

October

October is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 23°C. Heavy rain (218 mm).

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Warm
28°C
Temperature
23° 33°

Weather

218 mm
Rainfall
1.2 m/s
Wind
Calm

November

November is hot with highs of 33°C and lows of 23°C. Significant rainfall (175 mm).

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
23° 33°

Weather

175 mm
Rainfall
1.3 m/s
Wind
Calm

December

December is hot with highs of 34°C and lows of 22°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm).

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
22° 34°

Weather

64 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm

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