Only 30km from the Ecuadorian border, Tumbes is in a uniquely green part of coastal Peru, where dry deserts magically turn into mangroves and an expanse of ecological reserves stretches in all directions. It’s also the springboard for trips to the excellent and popular beaches of Máncora, two hours further south.
A flashpoint for conflict during the 1940–41 border war between Peru and Ecuador, Tumbes remains a garrison town with a strong military presence. It’s hot and (depending on season) dusty or mosquito-bugged, and most travelers don’t stay long. The nearby national reserves are distinctive and a boon for nature buffs.
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