“There’s a new national preserve for you to love. And it comes with some of the most beautiful ocean views on Earth,” reads the Travel + Leisure article dedicated to the Grau Tropical Sea National Reserve.
Last April, the Peruvian Council of Ministers announced the approval of this protected area located in the northern area of the country, off the coasts of Piura and Tumbes regions.
The reserve covers 115,675 hectares, ensuring that aquatic life in these protected waters can thrive for generations.
Indeed, the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) considers it one of the 70 most important places in the world for marine biodiversity conservation.
The article on the U.S. portal underscores that the area is the habitat of 70% of Peru’s aquatic species, including turtles, humpback whales —which specifically travel here to give birth— hammerhead sharks, Humboldt penguins, and Pacific seahorses.
Additionally, it points out that the new reserve will not only preserve wildlife but also help develop the area’s tourism potential, reduce the negative impacts of climate change and El Niño phenomenon, and protect it from overfishing —all this while bolstering the local artisanal fishing community that lives in the area.
Peru’s northern regions are known for their fantastic beaches, where people can enjoy activities such as surfing, whale watching, and savoring fresh seafood from the coastal waters.
The best time to visit may be between July and October when the whales arrive for breeding season.
The Commission for the Promotion of Peru for Export and Tourism (PromPeru) managed this article and is part of the international communication strategy in conjunction with the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism (Mincetur) to promote our country as a diverse and unique destination in the U.S. market.
