Tarapoto
San MartínRiver Huallaga

Tarapoto

Ciudad de las palmeras. Destino turístico con cataratas, laguna y gastronomía única.

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How to get here

By plane from Lima or by bus. From Tarapoto, continue by bus to Yurimaguas (3 hours) to board vessels toward Iquitos.

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Highlighted places

Blue Lagoon
Ahuashiyacu Waterfall
Lamas Village
Gastronomic Festival

Additional info

History & context

Tarapoto, the City of Palms, is the main tourist hub of San Martín. It is the gateway to Yurimaguas and the Huallaga River. With spectacular waterfalls, the stunning Blue Lagoon, and a gastronomy celebrated across Peru, Tarapoto is the perfect starting point for any Amazonian adventure.

Best time to visit

June to September is peak season. The waterfalls are most impressive during the rainy season (January–April).

Local cuisine
Cecina con tacachoJuane de gallinaNinajabasLagarto al palo
Activities
  • Blue Lagoon visit
  • Ahuashiyacu Waterfall hike
  • Lamas village tour
  • Onward journey to Yurimaguas
Getting there (full details)

By plane from Lima or by bus. From Tarapoto, continue by bus to Yurimaguas (3 hours) to board vessels toward Iquitos.

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