Napo Province

Napo Province lies in the Ecuadorian Amazon and consists of five counties spread across densely forested lowlands. Several protected areas occupy large parts of the region, preserving rainforest vegetation and river systems.

Ecuador created the administrative unit in November 1959 to better organize the eastern frontier. The decision reorganized territories that had previously fallen under other jurisdictions.

Indigenous communities represent 56.8 percent of the population according to the 2010 census, maintaining their languages and traditional practices across the province.

The region follows the UTC minus 5 time zone and uses the US dollar as currency. Overland roads connect the main towns within the province and with neighboring areas.

The Napo River crosses wide forest areas and serves remote settlements as a key transport artery. Its tributaries lead to reserves that would be hard to reach without boats.

Location: Ecuador

Inception: November 10, 1959

Capital city: Tena

Shares border with: Sucumbíos Province, Orellana Province, Pastaza Province, Tungurahua Province, Cotopaxi Province, Pichincha Province

Website: https://napo.gob.ec

GPS coordinates: -0.66667,-77.93333

Latest update: December 13, 2025 18:01