Puerto Pizarro crocodile breeding centre: what to see and how to visit
Learn about the Puerto Pizarro crocodile breeding centre, what you can see there and how to include it on your Tumbes mangrove route.
Learn about the Puerto Pizarro crocodile breeding centre, what you can see there and how to include it on your Tumbes mangrove route.
If this topic interests you, take a look at our tour love island, mangroves & crocodiles to turn this idea into a real Puerto Pizarro experience. You may also find this guide useful: Tides in Puerto Pizarro: the best time for a mangrove tour if you are still planning your visit.
The Puerto Pizarro crocodile breeding centre is one of the attractions you can visit in this tourist area of Tumbes. For many travellers, observing these animals complements a route through the mangroves, islands and natural channels that define Puerto Pizarro.
What is the Puerto Pizarro crocodile breeding centre?
It is a crocodile-focused site that can be visited on certain Puerto Pizarro tourist routes. It lets you see these animals up close and adds a different experience to the classic Tumbes mangrove boat trip.
What can you see during the visit?
Crocodiles are the main attraction. The experience is especially interesting for families, first-time Puerto Pizarro visitors and people who want to learn about animals that represent this part of northern Peru.
- Crocodile viewing.
- A walk through the visitor facilities.
- A different stop within the Puerto Pizarro experience.
- An opportunity to take photos along the route.
How can you visit the crocodiles of Puerto Pizarro?
A practical way to visit this attraction is to include it in a Puerto Pizarro tour. Some routes combine several points of interest, letting you see the mangroves, navigate among islands and visit crocodiles in one experience.
Mangrove and crocodile tours in Puerto Pizarro
To make the most of your visit, choose a route that combines islands, mangroves and crocodiles. You will not need to organise each attraction separately and can experience different parts of Puerto Pizarro in one departure.
- Boat trip from Puerto Pizarro.
- Route through mangrove areas.
- Island visits depending on the route selected.
- A stop to see the crocodiles.
- An experience surrounded by Tumbes’ natural environment.
When is the best time to take the route?
Tide and weather conditions can affect Puerto Pizarro routes. Before choosing a departure time, check that day’s conditions and confirm which route is available.
What should you bring?
Puerto Pizarro has a warm climate for much of the year. For a more comfortable visit, bring the basics to protect yourself from the sun and enjoy the boat trip.
- Sunscreen.
- A cap or hat.
- Water.
- Cool, comfortable clothing.
- A phone or camera for photos.
- A bag or protection for water-sensitive belongings.
Is the Puerto Pizarro crocodile visit worthwhile?
It can be an interesting stop if you want more than a boat ride. Combining it with the mangroves and islands gives you a more varied experience and lets you discover different Puerto Pizarro attractions in one visit.
Combining mangroves, islands and crocodiles lets you discover different sides of Puerto Pizarro in one departure.
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Book a mangrove and crocodile tour
At Avis Tours, we offer options for exploring Puerto Pizarro and its main attractions. We can advise you on available routes and the most suitable time based on tide, weather and boat availability.
If you want to visit the Puerto Pizarro mangroves and crocodiles, check availability before you arrive to choose the route that best fits your time.
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If you want a quick recommendation for this route, message us and we will help you choose based on the tide, your available time and travel style.
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