Purús
Peru, Ucayali, Madre de Dios
Purús
About Purús
Purús Communal Reserve in Ucayali and Madre de Dios protects lowland Amazonian forests adjacent to Alto Purús National Park and the Brazilian border, managed by Cashinahua, Mastanahua, and other Pano-speaking indigenous peoples. The reserve protects one of the least-disturbed Amazon forest landscapes on Earth, with exceptional biodiversity including tapirs, giant otters, jaguars, and rare Amazonian reptiles. Together with the national park, it forms one of the largest and most remote protected area complexes in South America.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Purús located?
Purús is located in Ucayali, Madre de Dios, Peru at coordinates -10.2, -70.7.
How do I get to Purús?
To get to Purús, the nearest city is Puerto Esperanza (40 km).
How large is Purús?
Purús covers approximately 2,020.33 square kilometers (780 square miles).
When was Purús established?
Purús was established in 2004.