DESTINATIONS IN PERU
Here you will find a discription of the different regions in Peru.
RAINFOREST
General information -
Regions and reserves
Location
Three fifths of Peru's territory is covered with rainforest (called
selva). The specific circumstances in this climate zone create a
flora and fauna that is unique in the world. The Amazonas area is
dense with vegetation and very humid.
Although covering the greatest portion of Peruvian territories,
this region is very sparsely populated, with only 2 inhabitants
per sq km. It is also the least known region, with flooded
areas covering significant portions of this territory. A great
number of these areas are ancient riverbeds, long forgotten by the
great Amazon River. It is the perfectly immaculate rainforest and the
incomparable diversity of wildlife, which make the Peruvian Selva
a paradise for any nature lover.
Climate
Due to the great heat and the high humidity the tropical rainforest
is home to an impressive diversity of fauna and a rich vegetation.
Temperatures can rise up to over 34 °C - perfect conditions
for plants to grow and for species to develop. Two different seasons
can be distinguished: the rainy season takes place from December
till March whereas from May till November the dry season dominates.
Best time to travel
The recommended time to travel is the dry season since heavy rain
showers during the rainy period are a daily aspect. As the
Peruvian rainforest covers a wide territory and different altitudes,
it is highly recommended to inform yourself thoroughly about the
region that you desire to travel to in advance.
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The most famous regions in Peru's rainforest are:
Puerto
Maldonado (Southeast)
with the Tambopata Reservation
Manu National Park (Southeast)
the Nature
Reserve Pacaya Samiria (between Iquitos and Yurimaguas)
Iquitos
town on the Amazon (North)
Tarapoto
(in the Northeast)
Pucallpa
on the Ucayali-River
Oxapampa
and Pozuzo (in the central rainforest).
Puerto Maldonado
Puerto Maldonado is situated in Peru's Southeastern rainforest and
is homebase of various tours in Tambopata Reservation. Follow
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Manu National Park
Likewise located in the Southeast, the Manu National Park connects
different areas. Altitudes range from 200 metres up to an amazing 4000
metres and the total territory measures about 1,881,000 hectares.
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Iquitos
Iquitos town is located on the riverbanks of the Amazon and may
be basis for tours to the Northern part of Peru's rainforest.
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Pacaya Samiria
Embeded between Iquitos and Yurimaquas is situated the nature reserve Pacaya
Samiria. It is often praised as paradise on earth. Follow
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Tarapoto
Tarapoto, located in the Northeast, is famous for its waterfalls.
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Pucallpa
Another town in the middle of the rainforest is Pucallpa, situated
on the banks of river Ucayali. Follow
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Oxapampa and Pozuzo
These little towns are located between the borders of rainforest
and Andes combining the best of both regions. Follow
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