The department of San Martín is located in the north of Peru; predominantly occupying territory in the country's High Forest. It is made up of ten provinces, which are: Moyobamba, Rioja, Lamas, San Martín, Mariscal Cáceres, El Dorado, Picota, Bellavista, Huallaga and Tocache.
The heart of the Peruvian Amazon beats every time adventurers visit San Martín. This northern region of Peru preserves nature in its purest state: you can walk along the trails surrounded by vegetation and fauna and, suddenly, begin to hear a deafening but calming sound of water falling very strongly and, in turn, , very revitalizing.
This region contains unique natural jewels in Peru, so if you like adventure, a warm and temperate climate –depending on the area– and being surrounded by beautiful landscapes with abundant vegetation, San Martín is the right place for you to plan your next vacations. It's like this: from the imposing Ahuashiyacu waterfall, passing through the Blue Lagoon or choosing Lago Lindo as your next destination, you will never regret visiting this beautiful land.
But San Martín is not only synonymous with nature. In this region, there is also space to carry out various activities, both historical and cultural. To start this adventure, the first thing you must do is reach the city of Tarapoto (founded in 1782 with the name of Santa Cruz de los Motilones de Tarapoto), capital of the province of San Martín and, in turn, the district of major importance. The reason? Everything goes through Tarapoto.
Tourism in Saint Martin
At the tourist level, the department of San Martín is rich because of its natural beauty, although different archaeological attractions can also be observed throughout the department.
Río Abiseo National Park – It was created as such in 1983. It covers an area of 274,529 hectares; This presents a variety of microclimates and ecosystems. The area is important for housing a sample of cloud forests, as well as the biological diversity that they present.
Gran Pajatén archaeological site – In the territory of the province of Mariscal Cáceres, although it also includes part of the department of La Libertad. Those are attributed to the legacy of the Chachapoyas culture.
Panguana Petroglyph – In that area there are two petroglyphs, in which you can see drawings in low relief in which different abstract designs stand out.
Petroglyphs of Cunchihuillo – This is a 4 by 3 meter lithic formation in which bas-relief engravings have been discovered in which zoomorphic figures are observed, as well as anthropomorphic ones and other designs in which the worldview of its creators is manifested.
Polish Petroglyphs – At least five of them have been found in the complex made of rounded rocks that cover an average height of one and a half meters and are scattered in an area of 100 square meters.
Ahuashiyacu Waterfall – Whose name means “singing water”, this is a 40-meter waterfall located in the province of San Martín. Its waters form an ideal hole for swimming, diving or diving.
Paccha Falls – It is a 30 meter high waterfall. Its waters form a natural pool that is conducive to swimming for tourists who come to the place.
Chazuta archaeological site – It is located in the province of San Martín. At the site, funerary urns stand out in which mummified remains have been found as well as offerings.
Cordillera Escalera Regional Conservation Area – It is located in the province of Lamas and San Martín. It was created in 2005 with the intention of protecting the tropical montane cloud forests found in the territory.
The province is also important for the festivities it presents, among which we can find:
Carnivals – The carnival festival is celebrated during the month of February (and part of March). These are celebrated with special enthusiasm in Lamas where different gang parades are held, as well as tours of the Ño Carnavalón.
Feast of Saint John the Baptist – Celebrated on June 24. In this event, not only the saint is worshiped, but also the water. For this day, a series of parties are held as well as exhibitions of typical dishes from the area.
Machu Picchu Travel Tours
Reserve our guided trips to Machu Picchu by contacting our travel experts and you will be closer to completing your adventure:
- Cusco Tours
- Machu Picchu Day Trip
- Sacred Valley to Machu Picchu
- Machu Picchu Peru
- Machu Picchu tours from Lima
- Inti Raymi Festival and Machu Picchu
- Combo Sacred Valley to Machu Picchu
Best Tours in Cusco
Many are the routes that take you to Machu Picchu, but none is like the Inca Trail Tours, the most famous pedestrian path in the Americas. After flying from the capital of Perú, Lima, you will arrive in Cusco to walk for four days along a path through forests and dense fog, millenary stone steps and discovering the ruins of ancient fortifications and Inca cities, and all the time enjoying majestic views.
- Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu 5 days
- Hiking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu 5 days
- Inca Quarry Trail 4 Days
- 2 Day Inca Trail Tour
- 2 Day Inca Trail with Camping
- 3 Day Inca Trail
- Vilcabamba Hike to Machu Picchu 6 days
- Choquequirao trek to Machu Picchu 9 days
- Ausangate trek 7 days
If you want to visit Machu Picchu, we recommend you to book your Machu Picchu Ticket in advance, so you will enjoy your Vacation in Machu Picchu without any problem.
