Parque Nacional Jeannette Kawas

This spectacular wilderness area, formerly known as Punta Sal National Park, is now named after environmental campaigner Jeannette Kawas, who campaigned tirelessly to preserve its unique ecosystems during her lifetime.

The Punta Sal National Park runs along a peninsula at the western end of the Bay of Tela and is home to a variety of habitats, including tropical jungle, mangroves, and wetlands, as well as beautiful beaches and coral reefs.

Wildlife is abundant, including several uncommon species. Visitors may see dolphins, howler monkeys, and a wide range of tropical birds such as toucans, quetzals, and motmots. The Micos Lagoon boasts the most bird species in the area, with up to 350 different kinds.

Day trips to the park are available from Tela and often involve a stroll across the peninsula to a beautiful beach, swimming, snorkeling, or diving, and an optional visit to the traditional Garifuna town of Miami, which is situated on a magnificent beach and lagoon.

Location: Tela, Honduras