Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in San Martin Region February 2026 | Expedia.co.uk # What to do in San Martin Region ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit San Martin Region Types of activities Where to stay [San Martin Region travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Martin-Region.dx6235156) ![Tarapoto sits on the edge of the vast jungles of eastern Peru. It's the closest place you can fly to after your forays into the rainforests of the Amazon near Iquitos, in order to reconnect with Peru's road network. There's a wonderfully laid-back vibe here, plenty of street art, local markets, as well as restaurants serving delicious regional specialities, and bars serving drinks made from soaking jungle roots in cane liquor. If you come here, stay at El Mirador. There's a terrace with amazing jungle views and the breakfast they serve is probably one of the best I've eaten in Peru. Read more about Tarapoto here: http://galloparoundtheglobe.com/tarapoto-surprising-little-town/](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6145106/30b0fcda-3fa0-4eb0-b1bd-70208357cb1d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Tarapoto sits on the edge of the vast jungles of eastern Peru. It's the closest place you can fly to after your forays into the rainforests of the Amazon near Iquitos, in order to reconnect with Peru's road network. There's a wonderfully laid-back vibe here, plenty of street art, local markets, as well as restaurants serving delicious regional specialities, and bars serving drinks made from soaking jungle roots in cane liquor. If you come here, stay at El Mirador. There's a terrace with amazing jungle views and the breakfast they serve is probably one of the best I've eaten in Peru. Read more about Tarapoto here: http://galloparoundtheglobe.com/tarapoto-surprising-little-town/](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6145106/30b0fcda-3fa0-4eb0-b1bd-70208357cb1d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and holiday rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ## What to do in San Martin Region --- ### Popular places to visit ![Monument at the central square of Oxapampa in Peru](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635930353100/d00c4fea-90d5-4107-92d9-dd274b00dcbb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Plaza de Armas de Tarapoto Explore the great outdoors at Plaza de Armas de Tarapoto, a lovely green space in Tarapoto. Take in the entertainment choices and waterfalls in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Plaza-De-Armas-De-Tarapoto-Tarapoto.d553248635930353100.Attraction) #### Laguna Azul Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Laguna Azul during your travels in Sauce. Wander the forests or discover the area's waterfalls. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Laguna-Azul-Tarapoto.d553248621532375206.Attraction) #### Takiwasi Center If Takiwasi Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Tarapoto. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Takiwasi-Center-Tarapoto.d553248621592206666.Attraction) #### Tarapoto National University of San Martin Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Tarapoto National University of San Martin during your trip to Morales. Wander the forests or discover the area's waterfalls. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tarapoto-National-University-Of-San-Martin-Morales.d6262482.Attraction) #### San Francisco Botanical Garden Explore the great outdoors at San Francisco Botanical Garden, a lovely green space in Moyobamba. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's festivals. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Botanical-Garden-Tarapoto.d553248621568464524.Attraction) #### Taytamaki Viewpoint You can find out about the history of Tarapoto with a visit to Taytamaki Viewpoint. Wander the forests or discover the area's waterfalls. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Taytamaki-Viewpoint-Tarapoto.d705866227414761472.Attraction) #### Plaza de Armas Explore the great outdoors at Plaza de Armas, a lovely green space in Moyobamba. Discover the area's waterfalls and mountain views. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Plaza-De-Armas-Tarapoto.d553248621568464523.Attraction) #### Naciente de Tioyacu Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Naciente de Tioyacu during your travels in Elías Soplín Vargas. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Naciente-De-Tioyacu-Elias-Soplin-Vargas.d642301284147068928.Attraction) #### Tingana Ecological Reserve You can take time to visit Tingana Ecological Reserve during your travels to Moyobamba. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's festivals. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tingana-Ecological-Reserve-Tarapoto.d642301576309702656.Attraction) ### Explore areas of San Martin Region ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### LOS ANDES LOS ANDES might not have many top sights, but Plaza de Armas de Tarapoto and Museo Regional are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Morales-LOS-ANDES.dx553248635976400056) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Yumbite Though Yumbite may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Plaza de Armas de Tarapoto and Taytamaki Viewpoint. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tarapoto-Yumbite.dx553248635976400765) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Diez de Agosto Though Diez de Agosto may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Plaza de Armas de Tarapoto and Museo Regional. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tarapoto-Diez-De-Agosto.dx553248635976399956) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from San Martin Region ![Vista panoraminca de la ciudad de Tarma, Región Junín, Peru](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6145106/dfbaaa18-3a02-47eb-ab76-31d9d06818d1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Tarapoto ![A beautiful mountain range with a small town in the Alto Mayo valley in Moyobamba Peru](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6345188/4006e0a2-23a9-4183-80fd-74606b8efd69.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Moyobamba ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app