Discover the coffee route across Peru's regions

Experience a new kind of tourism where sensations and aromas take the spotlight.

Did you know that Peru ranks among the top producers of specialty coffee worldwide? The regions where coffee is grown offer a rich variety of distinctive flavors. For coffee enthusiasts, there are dedicated routes crafted to immerse visitors in the excellence of this homegrown treasure and provide insights into its production journey.

If you are a coffee enthusiast and eager to explore more about this amazing superfood, visit Coffees from Peru and continue learning about the best of Peruvian coffee.

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World's favorite

Coffee is one of the most consumed beverages in the world and a considerable source of antioxidants, which help regulate glucose and cholesterol levels. Peru stands out as one of the top coffee exporters globally, celebrated for its rich aroma and flavor. Interestingly, it is the second-largest exporter of organic coffee.

In recent years, Peruvian coffee has gained prestige in international markets for its unique origin, flavor, and aroma. According to the Ministry of Agrarian Development and Irrigation (MIDAGRI), there are 233 thousand families dedicated to the coffee industry in the cultivation stage alone. According to the same source, during the first two months of 2024, exports of this Peruvian product have exceeded USD 132 million.

Coffee is grown in 14 departments of Peru, with San Martin, Junin, Cajamarca, and Amazonas standing out, followed by Huanuco, Pasco, Cusco, Ayacucho, Piura, and Puno. According to PROMPERU figures, in 2023, 28 % of Peruvian coffee exports were exported to the United States. In addition, shipments to Germany, Belgium, Sweden, the Netherlands, Italy, France, and the United Kingdom also stand out.

Chachapoyas (Amazonas)

We start our coffee journey in the cultivation fields of the Amazonas region, particularly in Rodriguez de Mendoza and Luya. The best coffee establishments in these areas have created the Coffee Route - Chachapoyas, offering an in-depth look at the entire coffee bean process from start to finish. You can savor and enjoy a delicious cup of coffee along the way.

In this region, you can explore the entire coffee production process, from cultivation and harvesting to processing and tasting. After a day of adventure in the countryside, we recommend visiting spots like Café Santa Margarita, Mana Coffee & Chocolate, Cafe Fusiones, Aguaymanto Pasteleria Casera, Margarita's Postres y mas, Mitiko Social Lounge, Dulce Cafe, Tragal Coffee Burger, Terra Mia Cafe, and Moon Cafe Restobar.

Photography: Karina Mendoza / PROMPERÚ

Jaen (Cajamarca)

The coffee route through the north takes us to the famous province of Jaen, in the department of Cajamarca, where its valleys produce one of the most acclaimed coffees in the world. At almost 2,000 meters above sea level, this coffee from the Finca Alto Mirador won first place with a score of 90.74 in the last edition of the VII Taza de Excelencia Perú, a national competition that awarded the best coffee growers in the country, held in November of 2023.

Visitors can also get to know the Finca Agroapicola La Arboleda and Finca Agroecoturistica Santa Fe to learn about the entire agricultural process of the bean and taste its delicious flavor. In San Ignacio, we explore the natural beauty and the coffee richness of the region, visiting attractions such as Finca Parcela Quinta San Antonio and Finca Parcela Los Pinos.

Without a doubt, this route is a must for every coffee lover!

Photography: Karina Mendoza / PROMPERÚ

Oxapampa (Pasco)

If you love history and ancestral traditions, in Villa Rica (Oxapampa) there is a rich tourist infrastructure that celebrates coffee and cultural heritage. From the Main Square, where a monument honors the Yanesha natives, to Finca Santa Rosa in Pasco, where the history of the Austro-Colonial migrants comes to life. In the native Yanesha Ñagazu community, visitors learn about the Peruvian coffee process while supporting local tourism.

Photography: Karina Mendoza / PROMPERÚ

Cusco

In the south of Peru, in La Convencion (Cusco), organic coffee has conquered the taste buds. In places like Lucmabamba, rural community tourism is associated with the cultivation, harvesting, and processing of coffee. Here you will have the opportunity to witness in situ the diverse processes involved in coffee, such as the cultivation, harvesting, and processing of the bean. Associations such as the Flor del Cafe de Lucmabamba producers' association invite you to learn about the tradition and excellence of Cusco coffee.

Photography: Karina Mendoza / PROMPERÚ

Sandia' Coffee in Puno

In 2021, Green Destinations included the province of Sandia in the "Top 100 Sustainable Destinations List" Located in the Puno region, Sandia is famous for its Coffee Route, which offers an immersion into the production of this bean, allowing visitors to learn about sustainable agricultural techniques, enjoy spectacular scenery, and support local communities. Each cup of coffee, in this region, tells a story of pride and quality with this product grown at altitude and with citrus flavors, which makes it as valuable as it is distinguished.

Photography: PROMPERÚ