From this Friday, September 25, the Botanical Garden and the Costanera Sur ecological reserves and Lake Lugano will gradually reopen in CABA. This was announced by the Ministry of Environment of the City of Buenos Aires, through a statement. Reopening will be under strict protocol during the coronavirus pandemic, which includes limited capacity and strict control over the entry of each space. In all cases the use of caps will be mandatory, the relevant temperature control will be carried out and it will not be allowed to sit on the benches or consume food within the premises. Gel alcohol and/or 70% alcohol solution will be available at different points on the premises at each location and all staff will use hubs. The established distance of 1.5 m will also be marked, and banks and common areas such as fountains will be closed. At the entrance of each space, the reception staff will explain the rules of coexistence and ensure social estating. In case the number of neighbors exceeds that allowed for each route, they must wait in the entry sector until the staff enables it.
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It will open its doors of Avenida Santa Fe 3951, from Tuesday to Sunday from 10 to 12.30 and from 14 to 16.30, and will remain closed in case of rain; only 100 people can stay on each shift and the maximum stay will be two and a half hours. The activities allowed are the leisure walks along the trails, the taking of photography and on weekends guided tours will be made with a maximum of four people. Botanical expeditions will also be carried out for children over 5 years of age accompanied by a family member.
South Coast Ecological Reserve
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It will open its two entrances, via Avenida Brasil and Viamonte, from Tuesday to Sunday from 10 to 12.30 and from 14 to 16.30, and will remain closed in case of rain; only 665 people can stay per shift and the maximum stay will be two and a half hours. In this first stage, the neighbors will be able to make the walks along the Camino de los Alisos and the Camino de los Plumerillos, without a guide to observe the flora and fauna, carry out photographic safaris and trainings according to current regulations; at the moment, bike tours are not allowed and the areas of permanence, rest, aerobic poles, viewpoints and the beach will remain closed.
Lake Lugano Ecological Reserve
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It will open its doors from Tuesday to Friday, from 10 to 12, with a maximum of 30 visitors on the premises, with visitor replacement; neighbors will be able to tour the property, take photos and join the volunteer activities with the proper estating.
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