Chontabamba: Location in the Paccha Sector

Chontabamba in its regional context

Chontabamba lies below 2,100 metres above sea level and belongs to the Paccha Sector. This sector is located southeast of the city of Chota on the right bank of the Río Llaucano. In the broader regional context, the Llaucano Valley is an inter-Andean valley with ecological features of the high jungle. The town, sector and valley therefore describe three distinct geographical scales: the specific place to stay, its sectoral affiliation and the wider landscape context. This helps distinguish Chontabamba itself from the wider region when planning a trip.

The CA-107 and its connections

The CA-107 begins at the junction with the PE-03N in Bambamarca and connects the settlements of Chontabamba, Paccha, Chadin and Choropampa. The provincial road plan lists the route as 64.35 kilometres long. Its surfaces include paved gravel sections and unpaved tracks. The CA-107 can therefore be identified by its starting point, the places it connects and its different surface types. If you want to include several of these settlements in your travel plans, you can consider the route as a shared point of reference. Surface conditions may change; check locally for the current road conditions before setting out.

In the Paccha Sector, a road and bridle paths also connect the sector’s settlements with the provincial capital. This sector-wide connection complements the specific orientation provided by the CA-107: when choosing where to stay, you can consider whether your plans are focused on Chontabamba or include several settlements.

The Puente Chontabamba

The Puente Chontabamba connects Chota and Bambamarca. A notice dated 3 June 2026 reported that it had become passable again after being damaged by rising water levels. At the time, it was estimated that the restoration of passability benefited around 25,000 people. A provincial road inventory lists the bridge as a permanent concrete bridge in regular condition. If you plan to use the Puente on your journey, check locally for current passability before departure; the notice about its restoration refers to the stated date.

A natural point of interest in Paccha

At the district level, Catarata La Paccha is located in Paccha and is classified as a public tourism resource. The named waterfall adds a specific natural point of interest to the regional context. For travellers wishing to include nature destinations in their plans, Paccha is a distinct point of reference alongside Chontabamba’s geographical context.

Choose the right location

When looking for a holiday apartment in Chontabamba, you can start with the main focus of your trip. If you plan to visit several settlements connected by the CA-107, take this route into account when choosing a location. For families with different interests, this distinction can help you choose a shared base without tying your stay to a fixed itinerary.

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