Illustrated Tayrona scene — AI-generated artwork behind this national park's word search puzzle
A free Tayrona word search you can play straight in the browser. The 12-word list draws on its landforms, its wildlife, and the habitats inside it, hidden across a 15×15 grid in every direction. Drag through the letters to mark a word off.
Words to find: TAYRONA, SIERRANEVADA, CABOSANJUAN, ARRECIFE, MANGLE, CORAL, BROMELIA, ORQUIDEA, HELECHO, CEIBA, AGUTI, JAGUAR.
There is no timer pressure: take as long as you like, and spend a hint if a word will not surface.
Tayrona word list, defined
MANGLE/ˈmæŋɡəl/ · verb, noun
To twist or distort something, especially by applying uneven pressure. A device for twisting or crushing something, especially fibers or rags. Related: twist, distort, crush, tangle.
CORAL/kɔːrəl/ · noun
A coral is a small, usually brightly colored, marine invertebrate animal that belongs to the phylum Cnidaria. Corals are often found in large colonies and are known for their hard, stony exoskeletons. Related: reef, coral reef, sea anemone, jellyfish.
CEIBA/sɛjbə/ · noun
A ceiba is a genus of large trees in the family Malvaceae, native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. The trees are known for their distinctive buttresses and large, spreading canopies. Related: baobab, kapok, silk-cotton tree.
JAGUAR/dʒæɡˈwɑːr/ · noun
A large, powerful cat native to the Americas, known for its distinctive black spots and powerful build. Jaguars are apex predators and play a crucial role in maintaining the balance of their ecosystems. Related: panther, cougar, leopard, tiger.