Pico Bonito National Park
Honduras · Atlántida · 600 m
Description
Pico Bonito (Parque Nacional Pico Bonito) is a spectacular national park on Honduras's Caribbean coast and ranks among the most biodiverse protected areas in Central America. This largely untouched rainforest massif extends from tropical lowland rainforest to mist-covered cloud forests and is crossed by numerous rivers, waterfalls, and natural swimming pools. The park is renowned for its exceptional biodiversity, including more than 400 bird species and a rich variety of wildlife. Visitors come to Pico Bonito National Park for hiking, birdwatching, white-water rafting on the Cangrejal River, and immersive nature experiences in one of Honduras's most pristine landscapes.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 1 to 3 days (optimal 2 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: February – May
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Highlights
- Rainforest hiking trails
- Cangrejal River rafting & kayaking
- Bird watching (400+ species)
- El Bejuco Waterfall
- Zacate Waterfall
- Unbelievable Falls
- Cangrejal River natural pools
- Rio Zacate
- Zipline canopy tour
- Canopy observation tower
- Butterfly & serpentarium
- Las Orquídeas Botanical Garden
- Pico Bonito Lodge surroundings
- Jaguar and tapir habitat
- Cloud forest