Ranchitos del Quetzal parks

Ranchitos del Quetzal is located in the municipality of Purulhá, in the department of Baja Verapaz, within the Mario Dary Rivera Protected Biotope—an area created to conserve the quetzal and the cloud forest ecosystem. The site is characterized by constant mist, high biodiversity, and trails that wind through one of the country’s most important natural habitats. It is a space dedicated to birdwatching, nature-based tourism, and environmental education. 💡 Curiosities The Mario Dary Rivera Protected Biotope was established primarily to protect the habitat of the quetzal, Guatemala’s national bird. The area preserves key cloud forest species such as aguacatillos, orchids, and ferns, all essential to the region’s biodiversity. Ranchitos del Quetzal features interpretive trails and basic facilities that allow visitors to experience this protected ecosystem firsthand and understand its importance for environmental conservation in Baja Verapaz.