Audio Guide of the Central Chaco Production and Experimentation Center

The center is open Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. It is easily reached via the Trans-Chaco Highway from Philadelphia; call +595 494 432 101 for precise directions or visit its official website.

Admission is free for all visitors. Only a symbolic fee of 10,000 guaraníes is charged for parking if you arrive in your own vehicle.

It is recommended to allow between 1 and 2 hours to explore the facilities, experimental fields, and exhibits. If you want a guided tour, plan for 2 additional hours.

Founded in the 1970s by the Ministry of Agriculture, this center promotes agricultural research in the Paraguayan Chaco, focusing on drought-resistant crops and sustainable livestock farming. It has transformed the region into a key food production hub for Paraguay.

The dry season (May to October) is ideal because of the pleasant weather and lower rainfall. Visit early in the morning to avoid the intense Chaco heat and to see daily activities in action.

Yes, it has ramps in the main areas and paved paths in the exhibition fields. For specific details, contact +595 494 432 101 before your visit.

In Philadelphia, visit the Mennonite Ethnographic Museum or Defensores del Chaco National Park, 30 km away. Explore the Mennonite colony with its farms and the local tourist circuit.

Bring sunscreen, water, and a hat because of the dry climate; wear comfortable shoes for the paths. Download the IAudioguia audio guide for an enriched experience with expert narration.