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Beautiful beaches, wide open plains, rolling hills, and towering mountains make
up the diverse terrain of the department of Tumbes where several ecosystems
are located such as estuaries and mangroves, the dry equatorial forest (Cerros
de Amotape National Park) and the Pacific tropical forest (Tumbes National
Reserve). More than 30% of the territory has been declared as protected
natural areas.
Cerros de Amotape National Park (91,300 hectares) is located on the TumbesPiura border and gathers together a great biological diversity. The wildlife is
especially assorted with species like the Andean condor, the little spotted cat,
the red deer, the peccary, the northern anteater, the spectacled bear, the gray
deer, and the Guayaquil squirrel.
The history of Tumbes dates back to pre-Columbian cultures dating from 10,000
a. C., up to the domination of the Incas (S. XIV) and then the Spanish conquest
that was initiated with the arrival of Francisco Pizarro and his army in 1532 to
land at Caleta La Cruz. There are now large sections of the Inca Trail of the
coast and highlights the archaeological place Cabeza de Vaca, a National
Cultural Heritage.
Its closeness to the Equator makes the beaches of Tumbes ideal places for
surfing, diving, sport fishing, or simply for the people searching for fun and sun
in summer. Punta Sal is thought to be one of the best beaches in Peru because
of its white sand and rich marine life. The Zorritos cove is famous for its
tranquil water and wide variety of fish.
To the north of Tumbes, you come across Puerto Pizarro, well known for its
islands and for its American crocodile breeding center, a species unique to Peru
and one in danger of being extinct. This is also a place where you find large
amounts of black scallops and crabs, the basis for an exquisite local cuisine.
Tumbes Guide
Tumbes City
The city of Tumbes is the capital of the province and department of the same
name, and is located in the northern Peruvian coast, only 30 km from the
Ecuadorian border. Its name derives from "Tumpis" aboriginal peoples that
inhabited this area to the arrival of Spanish conquistadors in the sixteenth
century.
Given its proximity to the Equator and the influence of the warm ocean current
of the Gulf of Guayaquil has a semi tropical climate with an average
temperature of 27 C in the summer months (December-April) reaches 40 C .
and no rain.
The city of Tumbes is located along the river Tumbes, the only river in the
Peruvian coast by small boats, is surrounded by a vast tropical vegetation and
agricultural areas, a uniquely green part of coastal Peru.
Its buildings are republican and modern, has a modest economic development.
Near the main square houses nineteenth century some wood and split-bamboo,
pedestrian streets and modern monuments around which local people used to
meet, local and craft galleries.
Around the perimeter of the main square to enjoy fine dining cuisine of Tumbes
in outdoor restaurants, the bandshell, the shopping area and the Mother
Church of San Nicols Tolentino seventeenth century.
The Tumbes River boardwalk offers nice views of the area. In Tumbes can not
fail to enjoy its famous seafood, such as black scallops ceviche, chili prawns or
majarisco.
Malecn Benavides
Viewpoint located on the north bank of the Tumbes River, 100 meters from the
main square, is on the southern edge of the city and building emblematic of the
city. It was restored after heavy flooding caused by El Nio in 1998.
Pedestrian Esplanades
There are many esplanades inviting the visitor to stroll through the city. The
best are La Concordia, Los Libertadores, Jerusaln, and Triunfino. The Boulevard
of La Madre, the plazas El Beso and Bolognesi, and the park of El Avin are
areas often frequented by the citizens of Tumbes.
Within the city's shopping area, banks, ATMs, medical services, craft sales,
Internet booths, local tour operators, casinos, nightclubs, bars and restaurants,
highlighting the marine food and specializes in seafood and black shells a good
infrastructure of hotels. The city's public transport is based on "motorcycle
taxis" and few air-conditioned taxis.
The city of Tumbes is connected by the Pan American Highway North, and has
bus daily services to other cities of Peru and international services to cities in
Ecuador. It also has an airport with daily flights to the city of Lima.
TUMBES CUISINE
The typical Tumbes cuisine of is famous for dishes based on sea bass, grouper,
sole, swordfish, as well as mollusks and shellfish from the ocean and the
mangroves such as black scallops, crabs, oysters, lobsters, and prawns. The
dishes that must be tried are:
Cebiches de conchas: scallops with lemon, onion, and aji limo (hot
pepper)
Aji de langostinos: prawns in a bread crumb and aji amarillo (hot pepper)
sauce
Sango de pltano verde: made from black scallops and green bananas
Restaurants in Tumbes:
Restaurante Si Seor
Las Terrazas
Budabar
Restaurante Latino
Around Tumbes
Cabeza de Vaca Archeological Remains
Located 5 km / 3 miles from city of Tumbes (10 minutes by car) in the district of
Corrales. This adobe and stone archeological site was occupied before the Incas
during the reign of the Chimu but also during the Inca Empire. The
investigators have found pieces of pottery, bones, stone instruments, and a
workshop in which artisans used to create items using shells such as
spondylous and other bivalve mollusks. Likewise, an 8 km pathway (5 miles)
constructed from small rounded stones has been found that connects the
archeological site with the shore, an irrigation ditch, and a truncated pyramid
or adobe huaca called. Cabeza de Vaca (cow head) that is 250 meters long
(820 feet), 100 meters wide (328 feet), and 15 meters high (49 feet).
Caleta La Cruz
Located 16 km / 10 miles southwest of the city of Tumbes, and is the historical
place where he landed the Spanish conquistador Francisco Pizarro and his
forces in 1532 to begin the conquest of Peru. In its beaches placed a cross as a
symbol of Christianity, which gave the name of the current Caleta La Cruz. The
true cross is now housed in the National Museum of Anthropology Archaeology
and History in Lima. Caleta La Cruz is a tranquil spa and clean waters ideal for
some water sports, horseback riding enter many others, has all the services,
lodging, restaurants Internet, a fishing port and is one of the most visited
beaches during the summer by the locals, especially so-called kilometer 19.
Aguas Verdes
District of Zarumilla, located 30 km / 18.8 miles northeast of the city of Tumbes
on the border with Ecuador, linked with Ecuadorian town of Huaquillas through
a bridge border post with customs and immigration services. Town of 13,000
inhabitants with border trade. It is the starting point of the North Pan American
Highway entering from Ecuador.
Punta Sal, Zorritos and Puerto Pizarro are the most required beaches by tourists
in Tumbes.
Beaches of white sand and warm (26C. average), with almost guaranteed sun
all year round, each offering different alternatives, one for game fishing, spear
fishing, whale watching, other ideal for relax and rest. Hotels and bungalows
for rent on these beaches and how to reach them.
Other beaches of Tumbes are Cancas, Acapulco, Punta Mero, Bocapn, Playa
Hermosa, Jeli. All beaches are accessible via the North Pan- American Highway.
The beach of Mncora located in the department of Piura is more accessible
from city of Tumbes referred to flights from Lima, in relation to the city of Piura.
For nature lovers easy access to visit any of the protected natural areas of
Tumbes.
Puerto Pizarro
Located 13 km / 8 miles north of the city of Tumbes (15 minutes by car),
accommodations and restaurants is available, rent boats, kayaks and jet skis.
There are regular transportation between Puerto Pizarro and Tumbes city. The
fishermens cove of Puerto Pizarro is one of the starting points for visiting the
mangrove swamps in the Mangroves of Tumbes National Sanctuary and
navigate the Tumbes River delta. Off the coast of Puerto Pizarro lie the islands
Isla del Amor (of Love) has lunch restaurants and attractive swimming beaches
and island Hueso de Ballena (whale bone), with excellent beaches, also there is
the island Isla de los Pjaros (Birds Island - not landed on), which is the refuge
of a great variety of birds and is an ideal spot for bird watching, especially at
sunset, when huge flocks of seabirds return to roost for the night. Puerto
Pizarro is also famous for their black shells and crabs, prized for its taste and
aphrodisiac qualities and offers a varied and exquisite seafood. Another
attraction of Puerto Pizarro is the also well known breeding center of the
American crocodile (Crocodylus acutus), a species unique to Peru but
unfortunately endangered.
Zorritos
Capital of the province of Almirante Villar, located 28 km / 17 miles southwest
of the city of Tumbes (30 minutes by car). Is the biggest fishing village along
the coast of Tumbes. During the nineteenth and early twentieth century was a
major center of oil production, the largest in South America. In the town of
Zorritos can find the commercial area with basic services as drugstores,
Internet services, shops, market, telephones, restaurants, bars and
accommodation services. He has a great boardwalk and some hotels and
restaurants are located in the beach ocean front. This beach is made of fine,
white sand and is stroked by continuous waves. The waters are warm (on
average 26C / 79F). Zorritos is ideal for sports such as boating, surfing and
fishing and for those seeking a quiet beach to relax. Zorritos is located near the
Hervideros area. Interesting coastal birdlife.
Chica. The latter is an isolated, half-moon beach with white sand and protected
by two small headlands. This spa has good hotels, accommodations and
restaurants. Punta Sal and ideal for holidaymakers looking for sun, warmth and
tranquility, it is also suitable for fishing, diving and between June and October
for whale watching.
Possibly the most heavenly beach on Perus north coast. The beach resort of
Punta Sal or Punta Sal Grande, as it is known locally, is one of the most spellbinding beaches on the Peruvian coast, and enjoys peace and sunshine all year
round. There is excellent fishing and diving to be found in its warm and clear
waters. Seafood lovers will appreciate the local shrimp, lobsters and the finest
fresh fish to be found up north. Access and services: the beach is reached via a
2 km detour off the North Pan-American Highway at kilometer 1.187. The area
teems with hotels and restaurants that throb with activity during the summer
season. Apt for all vehicles.
Access and Services: From Tumbes, reached by air or through regulate the
North Pan-American Highway. The sanctuary is located a few 24 km north of the
city of Tumbes, taking the route to the border with Ecuador. Numerous boats
guided tours. We recommend bringing insect repellent and sunscreen, and
inquire about the hours of sea change, especially if you want to camp. Length
of Stay: A full day. It's easy to visit again because of its proximity to the city of
Tumbes. You can also visit Puerto Pizarro, located 15 km from Tumbes, which is
the only fishing port in the mangrove forest in the country. Also houses the
Tumbes crocodile breeding center.
Mangroves of Tumbes National Sanctuary
The Mangroves of Tumbes National Sanctuary that is composed of extensive
aquatic forests that create a one of a kind environment between the river and
the sea is home to black hawks, egrets, and other birds. Located on the far
northwest Peruvian coast, covering an area of 2,972 hectares, the mangroves
of Tumbes are the borderline for many species of flora and fauna associated
with this kind of eco-system. The natural sanctuary protects the country's
largest mangroves, and is a haven for the many varied animal species that
feed off them. Particularly striking are the invertebrates, featuring an enormous
variety of mollusks, including black scallops, 34 species of crustaceans, 33
types of snails and more than a hundred fish species. The sanctuary is also a
key breeding ground for commercial marine species such as shrimp. Migratory
and resident bird species, as well as the endangered black American alligator, a
unique species, and the anteater, are just a few of the more interesting
inhabitants of the area. (PromPeru).