Oxapampa Province

Oxapampa Province stretches from the eastern slopes of the Andes to the Amazon Basin lowlands, encompassing different ecological zones between 200 and 5,300 meters (16,400 feet) elevation. The territory divides into eight districts, each with its own character and administrative role.

Three hundred Tyrolean and Prussian settlers arrived at Callao port in 1857 and later established communities across the region. These settlements formed the foundation for the creation of Oxapampa Province in 1944.

The settlements display Austrian architectural styles left by German-speaking colonists who arrived in the 1800s. These influences still shape how buildings look and how residents organize their communities.

The terrain shifts significantly in elevation and climate depending on which district you visit. Sturdy footwear and weather-appropriate clothing work well everywhere, since conditions and trails vary considerably.

Cerro de la Sal in Villa Rica District is a salt-bearing hill used by local communities for generations. This natural salt source continues to draw people from across the region.

Location: Pasco Department

Capital city: Oxapampa

Shares border with: Pasco Province, Pachitea Province, Puerto Inca Province, Chanchamayo Province, Junín Province, Satipo Province, Atalaya Province, Coronel Portillo Province, Tarma Province

GPS coordinates: -12.56750,-75.40389

Latest update: December 17, 2025 10:07