Top National Parks in South America
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Top National Parks in South America

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Top National Parks in South America

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10 picks in “Top National Parks in South America”, curated by TheTraveler on TheLysts.

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Top National Parks in South America — 10 items
NameNational ParkCountryHighlightsBest Time to VisitPro TipsEstimated CostLink
1Torres del PaineTorres del PaineChileIconic granite peaks, glaciers, turquoise lakesNovember to FebruaryBook the W Trek for the best experience$$https://www.parquetorresdelpaine.cl/
2Iguazu National ParkIguazu National ParkArgentina/BrazilOne of the largest and most impressive waterfall systems in the worldApril to June, September to NovemberTake a boat ride to experience the falls up close$$https://www.iguazuargentina.com/
3Galápagos National ParkGalápagos National ParkEcuadorUnique wildlife, volcanic landscapes, pristine beachesJune to DecemberBook a guided tour to explore multiple islands$$$$https://www.galapagos.gob.ec/
4Los Glaciares National ParkLos Glaciares National ParkArgentinaHome to the Perito Moreno Glacier, dramatic mountain landscapesNovember to MarchTake a boat tour to get close to the glaciers$$https://www.losglaciares.com/
5Manu National ParkManu National ParkPeruBiodiverse rainforest, home to hundreds of bird species and other wildlifeMay to OctoberBook a stay at a jungle lodge for an immersive experience$$https://www.sernanp.gob.pe/manu
6Canaima National ParkCanaima National ParkVenezuelaHome to Angel Falls, the world’s highest waterfall, and tabletop mountainsMay to NovemberTake a flight over Angel Falls for breathtaking views$$https://www.inparques.gob.ve/parques/parque-nacional-canaima/
7Chapada Diamantina National ParkChapada Diamantina National ParkBrazilDramatic cliffs, waterfalls, caves, and hiking trailsApril to SeptemberHike to Fumaça Waterfall for incredible views$$https://www.icmbio.gov.br/parnachapadadiamantina/
8Tayrona National ParkTayrona National ParkColombiaPristine beaches, rainforest, ancient ruinsDecember to March, July to AugustStay in an eco-hab for a unique experience$$https://www.parquesnacionales.gov.co/portal/es/parques-nacionales/parque-nacional-natural-tayrona/
9Pantanal Matogrossense National ParkPantanal Matogrossense National ParkBrazilWorld’s largest tropical wetland, rich in wildlifeJuly to OctoberTake a guided tour to spot jaguars and other wildlife$$https://www.icmbio.gov.br/parnapantanal/
10Aconcagua Provincial ParkAconcagua Provincial ParkArgentinaHome to Mount Aconcagua, the highest peak in the AmericasNovember to MarchPlan a multi-day trek to reach the base camp$$https://www.mendoza.gov.ar/areasnaturalesprotegidas/aconcagua/