Tumbes: Attractions and more...
The superb beaches of Tumbes and its warm sea are ideal for surfing and underwater
fishing. The beach of Punta Sal is considered one of the finest on the Peruvian
coast for its pure white sands and a sea ideal for water sports. North of the
city of Tumbes lies Puerto Pizarro, the gateway to the National Mangroves Sanctuary.
The mangroves have formed vast clumps of water-borne forests which have created
a unique eco-system linking the river and the sea. The mangroves are the breeding
grounds for black scallops, which are served up in Tumbes' most famous dish,
the cebiche de conchas negras. Other mouth-watering local recipes include ají
de langostinos (spicy shrimp strew) and majarisco (plantain served in a shellfish
sauce).
South of Tumbes lies Zorritos, the town which received its name from workers
involved in drilling the first oilwell in the area, back in 1863. Not far from
Zorritos lies the Bocapán beach, where visitors can swim in Hervideros,
natural hot springs bubbling with iodized salts.
A good time to visit Tumbes is in October, when visitors can take part in the
local Tourism Week and enjoy the beaches, the local cooking and above all the
warm hospitality of its people.
What to see in detail
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