Jaragua National Park

Why go

The park brings together landscapes that look and feel unlike the country's resort coast. Bahía de las Águilas gives it a beach edge; Lago de Oviedo brings salt water and bird life; Beata and Alto Velo are offshore islands. The dry forest and scrub between them make the scale of the protected area clear. A visit works best when anchored to a specific site and its actual access arrangements.

What to look for

• Dry forest and scrub contrast with Jaragua's mangroves and marine habitats.
• Lago de Oviedo and Bahía de las Águilas are distinct parts of the same protected landscape.
• Beata and Alto Velo extend the park offshore.

Useful to know

• Plan around one named site, such as Lago de Oviedo or Bahía de las Águilas, rather than the park as a whole.
• Check current protected-area access and local transport before setting out.