Las Piñas–Parañaque Wetland Park

The Las Piñas–Parañaque Critical Habitat and Ecotourism Area (LPPCHEA), known locally as the Las Piñas–Parañaque Wetland Park, is a 175-hectare protected coastal wetland on the shore of Manila Bay. Established as a protected area in 2007, it serves as a critical habitat for waterbirds — both resident species and long-distance migrants on the East Asian-Australasian Flyway.

The park has boardwalks through the mangroves and observation platforms for birdwatching. The best birding is in the early morning, particularly during the migratory season (September to April). Guided tours are available and recommended for first-time visitors. The park entrance is along the coastal road; getting there by public transport requires a combination of jeepney and tricycle from the Las Piñas town area, or by taxi or ride-share from anywhere in Metro Manila.

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The Las Piñas–Parañaque Critical Habitat and Ecotourism Area is one of the most unexpected natural spaces in Metro Manila — 175 hectares of coastal mangroves, mudflats, and fish ponds on Manila Bay that have been protected since 2007. The site lies within one of the most densely populated urban areas in the world, which makes its survival remarkable. Over 80 species of birds have been recorded here, including the rare Chinese egret and the migratory bar-tailed godwit, and it is one of only two important wetlands remaining in the entire national capital region.