In Tuxtla Gutierrez and its surrounding areas you’ll find important parks and ecological reserves that are ideal for observing the region’s indigenous flora and fauna.

Reserva Especial de la Biosfera El Ocote (El Ocote Biosphere Reserve). Located more than 60 km (37 mi) west of Tuxtla Gutierrez, off Highway 190. In this 48,140-hectare (118,831-acre) protected area you’ll see some of the most representative plant species of the region’s moist evergreen forests, such as the gumbo- limbo tree, the ramoon and allspice. As for the regional fauna, you can spy howler monkeys, spider monkeys, tapir, coypu, jaguars and many more species.

Cañon del Sumidero National Park. Located more than 20 km (14 mi) north of Tuxtla Gutierrez. This natural area covers 21,789 hectares (53,818 acres). It has some of Mexico’s oldest geological formations and some of its most relevant sites due to their ecological, historical and archaeological importance. At this place you can explore an ecosystem with a wide variety of tropical deciduous forest vegetation. You’ll also have the opportunity to observe endangered animal species, such as crocodiles, great curassows and anteaters.

Dr. Faustino Miranda Botanical Garden. Located at Calzada de los Hombres Ilustres and 5^a Av. Norte Poniente. At this 4-hectare (10-acre) garden you’ll find important examples of indigenous forest vegetation from Chiapas, such as trees with precious woods, medicinal plants and house plants like orchids..

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