Moyobamba Province

Moyobamba Province is an administrative region in San Martin that contains six districts spread across diverse landscapes. The territory includes valleys and jungle areas, with Moyobamba town serving as the main hub where government offices and trade activities are concentrated.

The region was known during the Inca period as Muyupampa and held significance in early colonial times. It became one of the first areas to break away from Spanish rule in 1821.

Agriculture shapes daily life here, with farming families working lands that have been cultivated for generations. The crops grown—coffee, rice, and cocoa—are central to how communities organize their calendars and celebrations.

The main town is linked to other cities by well-established roads, making it accessible for travelers heading through the region. The best time to visit is during drier months when road conditions are easier for moving around.

The territory hosts thousands of native orchid species that grow naturally throughout the landscape and draw the attention of plant researchers. This abundance of flowering plants is especially visible in the wetter forest areas of the region.

Location: San Martin Department

Capital city: Moyobamba

Shares border with: El Dorado Province, Huallaga Province, Lamas Province, Rioja Province, Rodríguez de Mendoza Province, Datem del Marañón Province, Alto Amazonas Province, Bongará Province

GPS coordinates: -6.03000,-76.97000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:22