Loreto Region trip planner

Loreto is Peru's northernmost region. Covering almost one-third of Peru's territory, Loreto is by far the nation's largest region; it is also one of the most sparsely populated regions due to its remote location in the Amazon Rainforest. Its capital is Iquitos.Boundaries Northwest: Ecuadorian provinces of Sucumbíos, Orellana, Pastaza and Morona-Santiago North: Colombian department of Putumayo Northeast: Colombian department of Amazonas East: Brazilian states of Amazonas and Acre South: Ucayali and Huánuco regions West: San Martín and Amazonas regionsGeographyLoreto's large territory comprises parts of the High and Low Jungle, and is largely covered with thick vegetation.