Guaviare Postal Codes: 950001 to 953018

Key Facts

Guaviare is a department located in the southeastern region of Colombia, forming part of the Colombian Amazon region. Situated in the heart of the country, it serves as a transitional zone between the Eastern Plains (Llanos Orientales) and the Amazon rainforest. Covering an area of approximately 53,460 square kilometers, Guaviare is characterized by its diverse ecosystems ranging from tropical rainforests to savannas, with the Guaviare River serving as a major geographical feature that flows through the department. The department has a population of around 82,000 people according to recent estimates, with its capital city San José del Guaviare serving as the administrative and economic center. Guaviare is divided into four municipalities: San José del Guaviare, Calamar, El Retorno, and Miraflores, each containing various corregimientos and veredas. The department's economy is primarily based on agriculture, livestock farming, and increasingly, ecotourism, with several natural attractions including the Serranía de La Lindosa with its ancient rock paintings. This comprehensive geographical and administrative information provides essential context for accessing detailed postal code data and location-specific services across Guaviare's municipalities and their subdivisions.

Neighboring Regions

• Meta
• Vaupés
• Caquetá
• Vichada