Discover the biodiversity
of the Peruvian Amazon

The Peruvian Amazon: A World Apart

The Peruvian Amazon, spanning the departments of Loreto, Ucayali, Madre de Dios, San Martín and Amazonas, forms an ecosystem of incredible richness. This green expanse, bathed in a tropical humid climate, covers nearly 60% of the national territory and constitutes one of the last biodiversity sanctuaries on Earth.

🌿 Between rivers and canopy, the jungle reveals:

Extraordinary wildlife

Pink dolphins

Howler monkeys

Rainbow macaws

Indigenous communities

Shipibo

Asháninka

Yagua

Unique experiences

Jungle lodge stays

River expeditions

Ecological hikes

✈️ A well-prepared trip

  • Dry season (May to October)
  • Light clothing + mosquito repellent
  • Yellow fever vaccine
  • Local currency (soles)

🌱 Adventure differently

Eco-friendly lodges, natural reserves like Pacaya-Samiria or Tambopata, where scientists and locals work together to preserve this fragile harmony.

"Here, every trail whispers a legend, every encounter transforms the traveler.
Welcome to the planet's green lung."

Iquitos

The world's largest road-inaccessible city

Nestled in the heart of the Amazon, Iquitos is the starting point to explore the Amazon River and its primary forest.

Must-see

  • Amazon River cruises and tributaries
  • Amazon Rescue Center for wildlife
  • Historical rubber boom architecture

Puerto Maldonado

Explore Amazonian Biodiversity and Adventure

Gateway to the Peruvian Amazon, Puerto Maldonado offers privileged access to the country's most preserved tropical ecosystem.

Must-see

  • Confluence of Madre de Dios and Tambopata rivers
  • Local communities and traditions
  • Tambopata National Reserve

Tarapoto

Between Andes and Amazon

Surrounded by spectacular waterfalls and lush valleys, Tarapoto is renowned for its coffee and cocoa production.

Must-see

  • Ahuashiyacu and Huacamaillo waterfalls
  • Organic coffee and cocoa plantations
  • Laguna Azul's crystal-clear waters

Chachapoyas

Kingdom of the Cloud Warriors

Chachapoyas, surrounded by cloud forests, reveals the archaeological treasures of the pre-Inca Chachapoya culture.

Must-see

  • Kuelap Fortress, the "Northern Machu Picchu"
  • The mysterious sarcophagi of Karajía
  • Gocta Falls, among the world's highest

Tingo María

Gateway to the high jungle

Tingo María, between mountains and jungle, is famous for its "Sleeping Beauty" rock formation and national park.

Must-see

  • Tingo María National Park
  • Cueva de las Lechuzas and its mysterious caves
  • Coffee and tropical fruit plantations

Pucallpa

On the banks of the Ucayali

Pucallpa, a vibrant city on the Ucayali River, is an Amazonian cultural center and starting point to explore the virgin forest.

Must-see

  • Yarinacocha Lagoon and its Shipibo communities
  • Amazonian crafts with traditional patterns
  • Primary forest excursions

Moyobamba

The City of Orchids

Moyobamba, in the San Martín region, is renowned for its numerous species of orchids and its hot springs.

Highlights

  • The Orchid Conservation Center
  • The San Mateo Hot Springs
  • The Paccha and Lahuarpía waterfalls

Oxapampa

The Austro-German Heritage in the Amazon

Oxapampa, founded by European settlers, combines Tyrolean culture and Amazonian nature in a preserved environment.

Highlights

  • The typical wooden architecture of Tyrolean houses
  • The Oxapampa-Asháninka-Yanesha Biosphere Reserve
  • The production of artisanal cheeses and cold cuts

Peruvian Amazon

Key areas: Loreto | San Martín | Ucayali | Madre de Dios

Peru Travel Guide 2025 - Tips by Peru Discovery