Timbiquí Postal Codes: 196030 to 196038 | Occidente, Cauca

Key Facts

Timbiquí is a municipality located in the Occidente subregion of Cauca Department in southwestern Colombia. Situated along the Pacific coast, Timbiquí occupies a strategic position where the Timbiquí River meets the Pacific Ocean, creating a unique coastal-marine environment characterized by mangroves, estuaries, and tropical rainforests. The municipality covers approximately 1,813 square kilometers of diverse terrain that includes coastal lowlands, river valleys, and forested hills. With a population of around 25,000 people, Timbiquí is predominantly inhabited by Afro-Colombian communities who have maintained strong cultural traditions tied to the region's rivers and coastal resources. The municipality is administratively divided into several corregimientos (townships) and veredas (rural districts) that extend along the river systems and coastal areas. Timbiquí's economy is primarily based on artisanal fishing, small-scale agriculture including coconut and plantain cultivation, and traditional gold mining along the riverbanks. The region's tropical climate and abundant rainfall support rich biodiversity, making it part of Colombia's important Pacific biogeographic region. For those seeking detailed postal code information for Timbiquí's various districts and communities, comprehensive data is available to facilitate mail delivery and location-based services throughout this coastal municipality.

Neighboring Regions

• Guapi
• López de Micay