Chimbote: know the charms of this paradisiacal city

Get to know the beautiful coastal city of Chimbote, characterized by its great port activity, history, culture and unique nature.

Chimbote is located on the shores of the Pacific Ocean in El Ferrol Bay, headquarters of the country's fishing and steel trade. Chimbote is full of history and culture, and it is the most populated city in the department of Áncash. Did you know that with a Tour you can visit this wonderful land? This is a beautiful coastal city, characterized by its great port activity and is ideal to visit in Peru.

And not to mention its impressive archaeological centers, tourist destinations such as Isla Blanca, Plaza de Armas and much more. Below, we explain how to get to this paradise, as well as the best places to visit.

Get to know the beautiful coastal city of Chimbote, featuring port activities, history, culture and natural landscapes.

Top 9 tourist attractions in Chimbote

The White Island

Its name is due to bird guano; It is considered a very beautiful place due to its access to the sea, its calm blue waters and the rocky mountains that surround it. Likewise, birds such as seagulls and pelicans can be observed.

Youth Hill

Also known as the hill of peace, recognized by many tourists and visitors who arrive every year.

This place is ideal for relaxing, as well as seeing attractions.

Chimbote Viewpoint

It is one of the most visited tourist attractions in Chimbote, it has a beautiful view of the city and the sea.

Chimbote Forest Nursery

The Forest Nursery is a park located in Chimbote, which is ideal for spending a day with the family because it has multiple attractions, both for adults and children.

These attractions include waterfalls, colorful trains that surround the entire nursery, and lagoons that can be visited by boat. Unmissable tourist place in Chimbote.

Cerro skulls

If you are an adventure lover you cannot miss this place, it is a beautiful viewpoint where you can see the beautiful citadel of Chimbote.

It is a good destination where you can spend incredible moments with family and friends, as well as take incredible photographs.

Plaza de Armas

It is another of the tourist sites that should not be missed in Chimbote, especially if you are one of those who likes to sit and relax while admiring the beautiful landscape and enjoying outdoor activities.

Red Cove

This small bay is located on the El Ferrol peninsula and is a beach with blue waters, close to the coast they are very clear and calm, which makes it very suitable for swimming and considering the landscape in the company of family or friends. There is no doubt that it is a jewel in the north of Peru. Here you can find very fine, almost white sand.

The wolf wolves

This place is perfect to get to know the marine animals of Nuevo Chimbote, especially sea lions, pelicans, tendrils and shells. The main experience of this place is a boat trip, where you can observe the variety of birds and marine species that live there. In addition, you can also see the rocky mountains, which adds a special feeling to the area. Without a doubt, this is an unforgettable experience that allows you to learn more about the life of animals in the north of the country.

San Pedrito Pescador Museum

This is a fishing boat converted by the archbishopric to serve as a museum and tourist attraction in Chimbote. This museum ship or “Museo Rancha” has a storage capacity of 350 people and has received hundreds of Peruvians and tourists from all over the world. It contains a permanent exhibition on the topic of fishing, as well as boats dedicated to this activity.

How to get to Chimbote?

One of the best ways to get to Chimbote is by land. To do this you can use Tepsa, an interprovincial transport line, equipped with more than 400 buses.

This trip would take approximately 7 hours from Lima, with a distance of 525 km. It should be noted that you can relax and enjoy 3 services: Presidential, Presidential bed or Suite.

Each bus is equipped with different benefits, among which safety stands out, an essential factor for you and your family. You can count on the support and commitment for your trips or orders whenever you want.

Choose your 145º or 160º seats, air conditioning, WiFi, multimedia, personal headphones and more. In this way, who doesn't enjoy this trip? Let yourself be carried away by an exclusive atmosphere and discover the magic of Chimbote.

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