Isiboro Sécure National Park and Indigenous Territory

Isiboro Sécure National Park and Indigenous Territory at a Glance

About Isiboro Sécure National Park and Indigenous Territory

Isiboro Sécure National Park and Indigenous Territory (commonly known by its Spanish acronym TIPNIS) is a combined protected area and indigenous territory in the central Bolivian Amazon. It protects tropical lowland rainforest, river systems and the customary territories of several indigenous peoples.

The area contains diverse Amazonian habitats, rivers and floodplain forests and is important for biodiversity, watershed protection and indigenous livelihoods. It is legally both a national park and a recognized indigenous territory, an arrangement that reflects both conservation and indigenous land-rights objectives.

TIPNIS has been the subject of national policy debates and public controversy, especially concerning proposals to build a highway through the park and the implications that infrastructure would have for ecosystems and indigenous communities.

Geographically, the park lies in the central Bolivian lowlands between departments that include sections of Cochabamba and Beni, within the broader Amazon basin northeast of the highlands.

Indigenous communities: Home to multiple indigenous nations, including Moxeño, Yuracaré and Chimane (Tsimané), who live in and manage parts of the territory within the park.
Conservation and development conflict: Has been the focus of national controversy over infrastructure projects, notably debates about a proposed highway across the protected area that drew widespread national and international attention.

When to Go

Best Time to Visit Isiboro Sécure National Park and Indigenous Territory

Best visited in the dry season (roughly June-August) for easier access and more predictable river levels; travel requires careful local coordination.

Dry season

June-August · 22-30°C

Lower river levels and easier overland travel; wildlife sightings concentrate around remaining water sources.

Shoulder season

April-May, September-October · 23-32°C

Transition periods with fewer tourists but variable river conditions.

Weather & Climate near Isiboro Sécure National Park and Indigenous Territory

Climate

Isiboro Sécure National Park and Indigenous Territory's climate is classified as Tropical Monsoon - Tropical Monsoon climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 17°C to 32°C. Heavy rainfall (2046 mm/year), wettest in January.

Air Quality: AQI 69 Moderate

Best Time to Visit

JulyAugustJune

Temperature & Rainfall

Temperature Range

38°

Warmest Month

7°

Coldest Month

Monthly Conditions

Month	Comfort	Temp	Feels	Rain	Sky	Humidity	Wind	UV	Daylight
January	Acceptable	23° - 31°	27°	309 mm	overcast	89%	2.5 m/s	2.3 extreme	12.8h
February	Acceptable	22° - 31°	27°	302 mm	overcast	89%	2.3 m/s	2.2 extreme	12.5h
March	Acceptable	22° - 31°	27°	273 mm	overcast	90%	2.1 m/s	2.1 extreme	12.1h
April	Good	21° - 31°	26°	152 mm	partly cloudy	89%	2.1 m/s	1.9 very high	11.6h
May	Very Good	20° - 29°	24°	101 mm	partly cloudy	86%	2.0 m/s	1.5 very high	11.3h
June	Excellent	18° - 28°	23°	61 mm	partly cloudy	85%	2.1 m/s	1.3 high	11.1h
July	Excellent	17° - 29°	23°	57 mm	partly cloudy	79%	2.4 m/s	1.3 high	11.2h
August	Excellent	18° - 30°	24°	65 mm	some cloud	68%	2.4 m/s	1.5 very high	11.5h
September	Excellent	19° - 32°	26°	92 mm	some cloud	61%	2.7 m/s	1.7 very high	11.9h
October	Good	21° - 33°	27°	146 mm	partly cloudy	69%	2.7 m/s	2.1 extreme	12.3h
November	Good	22° - 32°	30°	193 mm	partly cloudy	76%	2.6 m/s	2.3 extreme	12.7h
December	Acceptable	22° - 31°	27°	295 mm	overcast	85%	2.6 m/s	2.2 extreme	12.9h

Getting There & Around

How to Get to Isiboro Sécure National Park and Indigenous Territory

Access is by river and trail from towns such as Trinidad and Yucumo; travel logistics depend on season and river levels. Visitors should organize transport and permits through authorized local guides and coordinate with indigenous community authorities.

Tips for Visiting Isiboro Sécure National Park and Indigenous Territory

Book river transport and guides well in advance; indigenous communities often control access points and services.
Respect local regulations inside the indigenous territory - some areas require prior permission and guided visits.
Mosquito protection and lightweight long-sleeved clothing are essential in lowland Amazonian forest.

Isiboro Sécure National Park and Indigenous Territory