Punta Sal Beach
Crystal-clear waters in the far north of Peru.
Tourist attractions
Puerto Pizarro Mangroves
Puerto Pizarro
4.7 / 5
Boat rides: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
The boat ride has a per-person cost
Puerto Pizarro
About this place
The Puerto Pizarro mangroves are part of the Los Manglares de Tumbes National Sanctuary, the northernmost mangrove on the Peruvian coast. The boat rides travel through channels surrounded by vegetation, where you can spot birds such as herons and kingfishers, as well as the famous Tumbes crocodiles.
It is an essential ecotourism experience for understanding the natural wealth of the region.
How to get there
Puerto Pizarro is about 25 minutes from the city of Tumbes via the road to Puerto Pizarro. The boats depart from the port.
Activities
- Boat ride through the channels
- Birdwatching and crocodile spotting
- Visiting the shellfish stalls and port restaurants
Services
- Guided boat rides
- Seafood restaurants at the port
- Birdwatching
Keep exploring
Other places in Puerto Pizarro and tourist attractions
Zorritos Beach
Golden sand and warm waters 30 minutes from the city.
Tumbes Boardwalk
Riverside walk along the banks of the Tumbes River.