Contamaná Postal Codes: 16480 to 16481 | Ucayali, Loreto

Key Facts

Contamaná is a district located in the Ucayali Province of the Loreto Region in northeastern Peru. Situated in the Amazon rainforest basin, this district occupies a strategic position along the Ucayali River, one of the main tributaries of the Amazon River. Covering approximately 12,000 square kilometers of predominantly tropical forest terrain, Contamaná serves as an important administrative and economic center for the surrounding rural communities. The district is characterized by its rich biodiversity, with extensive rainforest ecosystems that support diverse wildlife and traditional indigenous populations. Contamaná is subdivided into multiple smaller populated centers and communities that rely primarily on agriculture, fishing, and forest products for their livelihoods. The district's location along the navigable Ucayali River makes it accessible by boat and provides crucial transportation links to other parts of the Ucayali Province and beyond. For those seeking detailed location information, postal code data for Contamaná's various communities and settlements can be accessed through regional administrative resources.

Neighboring Regions

• Padre Márquez
• Sarayacu
• Yurúa
• Masisea
• Iparía