pantanal
states: [brazil]
category: natural
year: 2000
location: Southwest of the State of Mato Grosso and Northwest of the State of Mato Grosso do Sul, adjacent to the Brazil/Bolivian borders
region: Latin America and the Caribbean
latitude/longitude: -17.7166700000, -57.3833300000
last visited: 2025
unesco id: 999
world heritage site: 999
The Pantanal Conservation Area, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Brazil, is a vast wetland renowned for its extraordinary wildlife and ecosystems. Spanning floodplains and rivers, it supports jaguars, caimans, and the world’s densest population of hyacinth macaws. Recognized by UNESCO in 2000, it’s a critical refuge for biodiversity in a seasonal landscape. The Pantanal remains a stunning showcase of Brazil’s natural wonders.