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Los Katios National Park is located in the north of Colombia, on the border with Panama . The reserve stretches along the Atrato River and covers an area of ​​about 72 thousand . ha . Despite the difficult location , the National Park Los-Katios annually visit hundreds of thousands of tourists from all over the world . Many people come here to see in a literal sense the pristine landscapes (never been cultivated on the territory of the reserve) and live to get to know its inhabitants . The inhabitants of Colombia themselves proud of (and, unfortunately, endangered) species of plants and birds . By the way, the birds that live here make up a quarter of all bird species in Colombia .

There are no archaeological sites in the reserve, but here there is another "mast-si". This is a kapok, or a cotton tree, from which materials are extracted for the production of clothing.

The fauna of the National Park of Los Kathios is no less diverse and is represented by more than 500 species of inhabitants . Among them there are rare species of anteater, tapir and . dog . due to the fact that the reserve is home to endangered birds and animals in 2009 . National park Los Katíos National park was inscribed on the UNESCO World heritage List . Under the care of the Colombian authorities and the international organization it is and today . But this does not prevent tourists coming Los Kathios and enjoy its nature . Archaeological monuments in the reserve are absent, but there is another "mast-si" . This is a kapok or cotton tree from which the material is extracted for the production of clothing .

National park Los Katios (Spanish).

Since the main area of ​​the reserve is located along the vibrant Atrato river, there is not dominated by plains and hills. The height of the slopes varies from 50 to 600 m, so be prepared for active excursions. Login: for visiting the reserve board with tourists not charged

And now about how to get to the National Park Los Katios.. If the route lies through the capital of Colombia - Bogota, then the first thing you need to fly to a city called Apartado. Direct flights from Bogota to Apartado are made 3 times a week, the journey time is about 1, 5 hours. Flights with transfers take at least 3, 5 hours. Further from Apartado, you need to come to the nearest town to the reserve - Medellin or Chigorodo and from there you can travel to Los-Katios National Park by suitable transport.

It's not recommended to travel alone in the reserve, it's still wild nature, and anything can happen .. Moreover, local guides are happy to accompany tourists.