Be captivated by the natural charm of Los Manglares of Tumbes

Los Manglares are located two hours from Piura to Mancora resort and has a rich fauna and flora.

Tumbes. The mangroves of Tumbes National Sanctuary is a protected area by the state since 1988 and is considered one of the most fascinating destinations landscape of northern Peru.

The entrance is by Puerto Pizarro fishing village located 13 kilometers from the city of Tumbes. There you can rent a boat and hire a guide for touring the area.

This forest also provides refuge for over 200 species of birds among which the osprey and frigate bird, one of the characteristics of the site.

In this sanctuary are protected wildlife species in serious danger of extinction, such as the neotropical otter river or small wolf and the American crocodile, which have been intense and indiscriminately hunted by the high demand for their skins on the market black.

Mangroves prevent soil erosion and protect the valley flood Tumbes, however these plants have been preyed ruthlessly, which warrants an urgent reforestation.