About Us
About Us
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Beyond restoring natural habitats, the Bucuti Tara – GMC Nature Preserve also functions as a carbon sink and educational hub, where reforestation strengthens Aruba’s climate resilience and enriches the ecosystem for native wildlife.
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Once fully reforested, the preserve is expected to capture around 375 metric tons of COâ‚‚ annually, contributing to a cleaner, healthier environment.
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To maintain its serenity, motorized traffic is prohibited, allowing visitors to enjoy peaceful walks, bird-watching, and a quiet connection with nature.
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No construction or development is permitted within the preserve, ensuring that the land remains untouched, authentic, and true to its natural state.
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The preserve also serves as a center for learning and community engagement, where volunteers, local schools, universities, organizations, hospitality partners, visitors, and staff participate in tree-planting activities and environmental workshops. Everyone is invited to join these efforts—working together to protect and nurture this vital green space for generations to come.
Ban Lanta y Planta
Ban Lanta y Planta originated from the recognition that Aruba’s natural vegetation had become severely degraded, green spaces were rapidly disappearing, and there was an urgent call to action — to “rise up and plant,” as its name conveys.
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This non-profit organization has a clear mission: to reforest Aruba and create thriving ecosystems where local flora, fauna, and people can coexist sustainably.
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In 2022, the Bucuti Tara – GMC Nature Preserve began its reforestation journey in collaboration with Ban Lanta y Planta and dedicated volunteers, working together to restore native vegetation, strengthen soil health, and revive wildlife habitats across the preserve.
