During the recent Carnival long weekend from February 14 to 17, Argentina saw a significant surge in visitors to its national parks, with over 66,000 tickets sold. This trend indicates a growing preference among Argentinians for natural destinations and protected areas for relaxation and recreation. Many more visitors had pre-purchased tickets, contributing to the high occupancy levels in various parks across the country.

The top national park attracting visitors was Parque Nacional Iguazú, with over 26,300 new tickets sold, maintaining its status as Argentina's most visited park. Established in 1934, it is renowned for the breathtaking Iguazú Falls, one of the Seven Wonders of Nature. The strong turnout reflects not only the park's popularity but also the increased interest among Argentinians in exploring their country's natural beauty during long holiday weekends.

From the Misiones jungle to Patagonia, parks reported high visitor numbers and busy trails. As the trend continues, it highlights the importance of preserving these natural landscapes while accommodating the growing number of visitors, suggesting a potential need for enhanced infrastructure and environmental protection measures in the parks to ensure sustainable tourism.