Tingo María to Tocache Bus

The road journey from Tingo María to Tocache is pleasant and relaxing. At redBus, we work with different bus companies that operate on this route with well-maintained buses and experienced drivers. Although the travel time varies from one bus operator to another because of traffic and climatic conditions, our continuous availability of bus services between Tingo María and Tocache reduces uncertainty and offers convenience for travelers.

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In the pre-Columbian period the province of Leoncio Prado was inhabited by indigenous tribes as the Tulumayos and Cholones in the riverbank of the Magdalena river; those tribes penetrated into the jungle, since the Inca Empire was moving forward and nowadays there is a paved road at the area of Leoncio Prado with Pachitea.In the colonial period the high jungle region (Rupa Rupa) was controlled by several Spanish authorities. One of the founders of the nearby towns was Salazar, of the Orden de Jesus, while he was executing his religious roles.In 1938 the population is told that the land where they live were expropriated in their favor and from this momento they could live freely. The word Tingo comes from the quechua Word Tincco, which means meeting in reference to the rivers Huallaga and Monzon, and Maria was a settler who helped the travelers who wanted to cross the river, providing them food and lodging.

In 1791, the group from the Franciscan Theological Order led by Manuel Sobreviela created Tocachi while they were searching El Dorado (with the Cholones Indians).

The town was abandoned after the independence of Peru and in 1914 the settlers founded Juan de Tocache. It was located in the confluence of the rivers Huallaga and Tocache. The settlers extracted rabber to export to Europe but after the 1st World War this industry ends. In 1936 they decided to move the town because it suffered inundations, they relocated it in the Pato ravine (now Rio de la Plata) and they named it Pato or Puerto Pato, but after 4 years it took the name of Tocache Nuevo. After some years, it was designated with the district’s category and it became part of the province of Mariscal Caceres.

Tocache, located in the San Martín region, is a growing city known for its cacao production, tropical climate, and beautiful natural surroundings. It is an ideal destination for those interested in eco-tourism and exploring the Peruvian jungle.

Weather in Tocache

• Average temperature: Between 22°C and 32°C (72°F and 90°F).

• Best time to visit: May to September, when there is less rainfall.

Hotels in Tocache

Hotel Palmeras Real

• Location: Jr. Castilla 245, Tocache.

• Price: From S/ 100 per night.

• Description: Comfortable rooms with air conditioning and a pool.

Hostal Tocache

• Location: Av. Shapaja 110, Tocache.

• Price: From S/ 60 per night.

• Description: A budget-friendly option with basic amenities.

Restaurants and Bars in Tocache

Restaurant El Sabor de la Selva

• Location: Jr. Grau 500, Tocache.

• Average price: Between S/ 20 and S/ 40.

• Description: Serves Amazonian dishes like juane and tacacho con cecina.

Cevichería Mar y Selva

• Location: Av. Tupac Amaru 325, Tocache.

• Average price: Between S/ 25 and S/ 50.

• Description: Offers a mix of seafood and Amazonian flavors.

Gastronomy of Tocache

• Juane: A rice dish wrapped in banana leaves, typical of the Amazon.

• Tacacho con Cecina: Fried mashed plantains served with dried, smoked pork.

• Masato: A fermented yuca drink, popular in the jungle regions.

Tourist Attractions in Tocache

• Catarata Santa Rosa: A beautiful waterfall, perfect for swimming and relaxation.

• Cuevas de Palestina: A fascinating cave system with underground rivers.

• Chocolate Route: A tour of local cacao farms and chocolate production.

Important Dates in Tocache

• Anniversary of Tocache (December 6): A celebration with parades and cultural events.

• San Juan Festival (June 24): A major jungle festival with traditional food and music.

How to Get from Lima to Tocache by Bus?

The distance between Lima and Tocache is approximately 600 km (373 miles), with a bus travel time of 15 to 18 hours, depending on road conditions.

Bus Operators for the Route

• Tec Bus Hnos

• Carhuamayo Peru

• Expreso Turismo

Departure and Arrival Terminals

In Lima:

• Terminal Plaza Norte or Av. México (La Victoria).

In Tocache:

• The main bus terminal near the city center.