Natural wonders in Loreto Region

Loreto's protected areas safeguard some of the Amazon's most diverse ecosystems. The Pacaya Samiria National Reserve encompasses over 20,000 square kilometers of flooded forest, while the Güepí-Sekime National Park protects the Napo and Putumayo river basins along the Ecuadorian border. These reserves and communal areas, often co-managed with indigenous groups like the Secoya and Kichwa, preserve critical habitats for endangered species such as the pink river dolphin and the red-faced spider monkey.

Loreto's Natural Wonders — Map

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Güepí-Sekime National Park

Güeppi-Sekime National Park is a protected area located in the Peruvian region of Loreto, on the border with Ecuador.

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Pacaya Samiria National Reserve

Pacaya–Samiria National Reserve, is a protected area located in the region of Loreto, Peru and spans an area of 20,800 km2.

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Pucacuro National Reserve

Pucacuro National Reserve is a protected area in Peru, located in the region of Loreto.

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Huimeki Communal Reserve

A protected area in the Putumayo district of northern Loreto, co-managed with indigenous Kichwa, Secoya, and Huitoto communities to preserve the biodiversity of the northern Amazon.

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Airo Pai Communal Reserve

Established to protect the ancestral lands of the Secoya (Airo Pai) people, this reserve covers the Napo and Putumayo river basins, conserving primary forest and traditional natural resources.

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