Introduction

The Guayabero Cocodrilo Reserve is a 343 ha protected forest in the Colombia region of the northern Amazon rainforest. It is home to threatened species, including the Orinoco crocodile Crocodylus intermedius, the world’s most threatened crocodile species.

The reserve is a not-for-profit initiative that is run by Permian Colombia. Unlike Permian Global’s forest carbon projects, the Guayabero Cocodrilo Reserve is supported by philanthropy and does not generate carbon credits.

Through the project, Permian Colombia run a series of environmental conservation outreach programmes with local organisations, neighbouring communities and municipality’s parks authority. These include the Biodiversity Education Programme, which is supporting environmental education for school children, and the Macarenense Biodiversity Festival, an event that celebrates and pays tribute to the biodiversity of the region.

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Events at the Reserve

The Reserve has become a hub for environmental education and conservation. Working closely with local entities, neighbouring communities, and the municipality’s parks, the reserve has implemented the Biological Education Programme (BEP). This programme aims to build environmental knowledge among children years 4 to 6 from nearby educational institutions through direct experiences with living organisms in the forest.

Community Outreach

The reserve has become a hub for environmental education and conservation. Working closely with local organisation, nearby communities, and the municipality’s parks, the reserve has implemented the Biological Education Programme (BEP). This programme aims to build environmental knowledge among children years 4 to 6 from nearby educational institutions through direct experiences with living organisms in the forest.

In 2022, the first Macarenense Biodiversity Festival was held. This event was more than just a celebration, it was a tribute to the rich biological diversity of the region, led by the children from the BEP. The celebration is not only a reminder of the region’s natural environment but also a testament to the fact that through education and active participation, the children of La Macarena are preparing to be the guardians of their territory’s biodiversity.


Using recycled wood, a birdwatching tower has been erected, providing a privileged vantage point for observing and studying the reserve’s avifauna. The tower not only benefits researchers but also offers visitors a unique experience, allowing them to connect with nature from above. We also have a “hide” for animal monitoring by an important ecological salt pond, and trails with benches for the visitors to rest or hydrate.

Additionally, to support the biological education program, two small additional houses were built. One is designated to children who engage in educational activities that teach them the importance of conservation and respect for the environment. The other house was transformed into a cozy refuge for researchers, making their stay more comfortable as they carry out their studies and projects in the reserve.

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