The Amazon is a unique destination where Colombia, Brazil and Peru are in a multicultural experience.
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One of the destinations in Colombia that is worth visiting is the Amazonas, includes key stops in Leticia, Tabatinga and Nariño Puertoin addition to a deep immersion in indigenous communities and the Amazon jungle.
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Narrated by the YouTuber Caleño The Trujithe video that document this journey offers a look close to the costs, routes, lodgings and essential activities to venture for this unexplored region of South America.
Leticia, Colombia: starting point towards the jungle
The trip begins in Leticiacapital of the Colombian Amazon. Flights from main cities like Cali are around 560,000 Cop. The recommended accommodation is Las Palmas Housewhere the night costs 53,000 COP with breakfast including.
In Leticia you can travel the city on foot, visit markets, and taste typical dishes such as Patars (Amazonian fish) and exotic drinks such as Blue coconut.
Just a few steps from Leticia crosses without a passport to Tabatinga, Brazila vibrant city on the Amazonian banks. Here, travelers change pesos for real to enjoy local gastronomy, including the traditional Caipiriñaand know places like the Animal Recovery Botanical Parka regional fauna rehabilitation center.
The atmosphere in Tabatinga is festive, and there is a mixture of Latin cultures with strong Amazon and Brazilian influence.
Macedonia indigenous community: jungle, culture and survival
According to El Truji’s story from Leticia, a boat along the Amazon River (passage: 37,000 COP) leads to the indigenous community of Macedoniaan experience organized by the agency Amazon experience (Complete package: 890,000 COP per person).
During the stay in a Traditional Malocayou learn about the traditions of the ticuna community, participates in activities such as Artisanal fishingand spend a night in the jungle, sleeping in hammocks.
A guided walk is also performed where medicinal plants, sacred trees and Amazonian survival techniques are explored.
Puerto Nariño and San Antonio: pure nature between Colombia and Peru
The trip continues towards Nariño Puertoone of the most famous ecological peoples in Colombia, already San Antonio, Peruan flood Amazon people. In Puerto Nariño, you visit the Águila Natural Reservehome of rehabilitated animals such as birds, monkeys and turtles.
Travelers also try exotic foods such as Mojoy (Beetle larva), the Beiju (cassava tortilla with ants), and artisanal ice cream made with fruits of the Amazon.
Travel budget and tips for the Amazon
The approximate total cost of the trip is 1,200,000 Colombian pesosincluding flights, accommodation, river transport, meals and cultural experiences.
Key recommendations for travelers:
- Wear light and fast drying clothes.
- USA Strong repellentsunscreen and hat.
- Prepare physically for long walks in the jungle.
- Book activities with certified agencies such as Amazon experience.
- Change currency in reliable points (especially when crossing Brazil or Peru).
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