The Reserva Natural del Bosque Mbaracayú (RNBM) is a private reserve of more than 64,000 hectares, created in 1991. It is the first biosphere reserve in Paraguay, recognized by UNESCO in 2000. It is made up of two ecoregions, the Atlantic Forest of Upper Paraná and the Cerrado, which have remained almost intact. It is home to an incredible diversity of trees, a habitat for many species of birds, some of which are in danger of extinction, such as the powerful harpy eagle or the Guyrá Campaná, the national bird, with its metallic song. A total of 418 species of birds, 32 species of reptiles and 89 species of mammals have been recorded, including the jaguar, puma, aguara guazú (maned wolf), anteater and tapir. But beyond the conservation of this incredible biodiversity, the reserve also allows the preservation of an important cultural heritage. Since the creation of the reserve, the Aché (Guayaki) Indians, a recently settled nomadic people, have been recognized the right to continue to live by gathering and hunting in the traditional way (bows and arrows). Some now work as rangers. Guaraní communities (Avá Katuaté, Mby'a and Päi Tavyterá) also live in the area.The Moisés Bertoni Foundation administers the reserve. It manages the protection of biodiversity, the conservation of traditional cultures, the improvement of living conditions and environmental awareness of the peasant populations living around the park, scientific research, and tourism activities. An agricultural education centre, a boarding school reserved for young peasant and indigenous girls, teaches the principles of sustainable agriculture and trains students in environmental, tourism, hotel and gastronomy professions. It is these smiling high school girls who will welcome you. Count at least three days/two nights on site to take full advantage of the reserve. Things to do: jungle trekking through marked trails, birdwatching, discovery of indigenous cultures, canoeing down the Río Jejui-mi, or abseiling in the impressive Salto Karapá (40 meters high), for the most daring.

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