Come Visit
This Unique Nature Paradise

Hato Piñero, situated in the central llanos (plains) of Venezuela, is a paradise triangle spanning close to 200,000 acres bordered by two rivers and a range of mountains, where hundreds of species of wild animals run free. Hato Piñero represents the first successful undertaking in Venezuela which combines private conservation and biological research initiatives with an ecotourism enterprise. Thanks to its unique geographic location, Hato Piñero offers nature lovers the best of the venezuelan llanos and one of the most impressive and expansive nature sights in the world. In its varied topography you will discover diverse types of wetlands, grassy plains, mountains, deciduous and gallery forests where over 350 species of birds and a great variety of mammals and reptiles have been identified.

Our Mission

For over 40 years, the cattle ranching operations of this family-run business have existed in harmony with nature conservation efforts. The mission of Hato Piñero has always been to assure the balance between the careful exploitation of the natural resources of the area, and the preservation and protection of the ecosystem's indigenous species. Once a private reserve, Hato Piñero now supports a foundation highly regarded by biologists the world over. Scientists from world renowned institutions come here time and time again to study the evolution of their chosen species.

Your Experience

Hato Piñero, a place where man and nature coexist in complete harmony, is an ideal destination for birdwatchers and nature lovers who seek peaceful and comfortable accommodations, in a warm hospitable setting. Our guest house can host only 20 visitors at a time, guaranteeing that your stay at this working cattle ranch will be an authentic experience, filled with personal attention.

    Hato Piñero welcomes guests and the scientific community to spend time in our beautiful wildlife preserve.

You can't be suspicious of a tree, or
accuse a bird or a squirrel of subversion or
challenge the ideology of a violet.

Hal Borland (1900-1978)
American writer

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