Colombian Amazon Villages 5-Day Tour
Description
Experience the rich culture and natural beauty of Nariño, Mocagua, and San Martín de Amacayacu on this 5-day excursion through the Colombian Amazon, starting in Leticia. Prepare for an unforgettable adventure!
Tour Overview
Day 1
We'll convene at the Isla Fantasía pier on the Malecón of Leticia at the scheduled hour and board a speedboat bound for Puerto Nariño. During a 2-hour cruise along the Amazon River, take in the remarkable biodiversity that surrounds us.
Upon arrival in Puerto Nariño, we will embark on a guided exploration of this village, home to numerous indigenous communities. Here, we will gain insights into the Ticuna, Cocama, and Yagua tribes. As night falls, we will prepare for a guided nocturnal adventure through the Puerto Nariño jungles, revealing the exotic insects and amphibians that thrive in the area.
Concluding the day, we will head back to our lodging for a restful night.
Day 2
The morning will begin with a hearty breakfast followed by a visit to Maloka Tikuna. Here, you'll engage with local families to learn about their traditional rites and customs. In addition, a workshop on local games and natural paints awaits you for a hands-on cultural experience.
After enjoying a traditional lunch, we will embark on a boat journey along the Loretoyacu River. During this scenic trip, we will discuss the local wildlife, including crocodiles, piranhas, and river dolphins. As the day comes to a close, we’ll take time to appreciate a stunning sunset over the river and observe the black caimans that populate the region. After dinner, we will return to our accommodation for the evening.
Day 3
Our third day will commence with breathtaking vistas of the Lake Tarapoto wetlands. Enjoy breakfast before we make our way back to Puerto Nariño, traversing the jungle on wooden path bridges.
Following roughly 3 hours of travel, we will arrive at the indigenous community of San Martin de Amacayacu, greeted warmly by a local family. After lunch, we will immerse ourselves in the community’s lifestyle, exploring their trades and language.
We will spend the night at a local accommodation.
Day 4
After breakfast, we will set off on a canoe ride into the Amacayacu National Park en route to Mocagua. While in this southern Colombian indigenous community, more of the rich traditions and customs of Amazonian tribes will unfold.
Following lunch, we'll visit the Mocagua monkey sanctuary, home to primates rescued from illegal wildlife trade, where you'll have the opportunity to interact with and feed these delightful creatures.
At the day’s end, we will return to our accommodation in Puerto Nariño for the night.
Day 5
On the final day of the tour, we will return to Leticia. Following breakfast at our accommodation in Mocagua, we will depart at 7 am.
After a journey of 90 minutes, we will conclude our experience back at the original meeting location, where we’ll bid farewell.
Accommodation Details
This tour includes 4 nights of accommodation in the following locations:
- Puerto Nariño: Hotel Ayahuasca or a comparable option
- Amacayacu: Eco Hotel or a similar establishment
What's included
- English–speaking guide
- 4 nights in a rural accommodations
- 4 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 4 dinners
- Drinks
- Entrance tickets
- Boat tours
What's not included
- Headlamp rental
- Leticia tourist tax: 35000COP per person
- Puerto Nariño tourist tax: 20000COP per person
Cancellation policy
Rimborso del 70.0% se cancelli almeno 24 ore prima (local time)
Cancellazione gratuita fino a 48 ore prima (local time)
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Important information
On the day of the activity, you'll need to head 30 minutes before the designated time at Isla de la Fantasía – "Rafts to Puerto Nariño," located on the Malecón in Leticia. You can see the exact meeting point at the following link: https://www.openstreetmap.org/?mlat=-4.216677&mlon=-69.948546#map=15/-4.22633/-69.94042&layers=N.
For emergencies, contact: +5731236132888
Trip Preparation
What to Bring?
- Sun protection, a raincoat, and mosquito repellent
- Flashlight (your cell phone light will work)
- Reusable water bottle or canteen
- Small backpack for daily activities
What NOT to Bring?
- Special footwear for the jungle: provided at the start of the activity
- Since the location changes daily, you must travel with only the essentials
- Bottled water: drinking water is provided during the tour to refill reusable bottles
Luggage Info
Luggage allowed during the tour is a maximum of 50 liters per person (handbag or small suitcase). Any larger bags, backpacks, or suitcases will be considered extra luggage and cannot be carried on the tour.
You can safely store excess luggage at the meeting point in Leticia before the expedition begins.
Additional Info
- The tourist entrance fee to Puerto Nariño is not included in the tour price and must be paid directly at the destination, which costs 20000COP per person.
- It is possible to move the departure time to an earlier slot if requested well in advance of the start date.
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