Gatocalvo / Wikimedia CommonsLeticia and the Amazon
Colombia's southern tip, at the triple border with Brazil and Peru. Leave Leticia by boat and within two hours there are no roads in any direction.
June to November: low river, beaches and hikes. December to May: high river, you navigate between the trees.
What to see and do
- Puerto Nariño, a car-free town
- Lake Tarapoto and pink river dolphins
- Monkey Island
- Marasha Nature Reserve
- Night walk in the jungle
- Walk across to Tabatinga (Brazil)
What to eat
- Pirarucú fish
- Cassava bread (casabe)
- Copoazú and camu camu
- Mojojoy grubs, if you dare
How to get there
Only by plane from Bogotá. There is no road to the Colombian Amazon.
| From | Mode | Time | Indicative cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bogotá | flight | 2 h | $400.000 – $950.000 |
| Leticia | speedboat to Puerto Nariño | 2 h | $45.000 – $70.000 |
Where to stay
Simple hotels in Leticia, malocas and lodges upriver.
The Amazon is a yellow fever risk area. Colombia's Ministry of Health recommends checking your vaccination record and, if needed, getting vaccinated at least 10 days before travel. Use repellent, wear suitable clothing and check current health conditions before leaving Leticia.
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Quick answers
What is Leticia and the Amazon known for?
Colombia's southern tip, at the triple border with Brazil and Peru. Leave Leticia by boat and within two hours there are no roads in any direction.
How do you get to Leticia and the Amazon?
Only by plane from Bogotá. There is no road to the Colombian Amazon.
When is the best time to visit Leticia and the Amazon?
June to November: low river, beaches and hikes. December to May: high river, you navigate between the trees.
How many days do you need in Leticia and the Amazon?
Plan for about 4 days to see the essentials without rushing.
Is Leticia and the Amazon safe to visit?
The Amazon is a yellow fever risk area. Colombia's Ministry of Health recommends checking your vaccination record and, if needed, getting vaccinated at least 10 days before travel. Use repellent, wear suitable clothing and check current health conditions before leaving Leticia.
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