Colombia · Jungle Expedition

6-Day Amazon Jungle Adventure in Leticia with Ticuna Community Stay

6 Days Round trip from Leticia Hard pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Cruise along the majestic Amazonas River, spotting pink and grey dolphins
02 Immerse yourself in the vibrant Native Ticuna San Martin community
03 Trek deep into the jungle with knowledgeable local and bilingual guides
04 Experience thrilling night walks in search of nocturnal animals and possible caimanes
05 Discover the wonders of the Amazon at the Natutama Environmental Interpretation Center

Embark on an exhilarating journey into the heart of the Amazon, cruising along the mighty Amazonas River and watching pink and grey dolphins along the way. Immerse yourself in the vibrant Native Ticuna San Martin community, savor regional cuisine, and trek deep into the jungle with experienced local guides. Night walks, wildlife spotting, and survival techniques add to the adventure, while a visit to the Natutama Environmental Interpretation Center in Puerto Nariño reveals more of the Amazon's natural wonders. Depart with a profound appreciation for the mysteries and beauty of the jungle.

Embark on an exhilarating journey into the heart of the Amazon, cruising along the mighty Amazonas River and watching pink and grey dolphins along the way.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Hard

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Languages English, French, Mandarin, Portuguese, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Leticia to Puerto Nariño and Jungle Camp

Your guide will welcome you and head with you to the main port of Leticia, where a private boat will be waiting. Navigate 75 km upstream on the majestic Amazonas River until you reach the town of Puerto Nariño, a journey of about 2 hours. During the trip, observe pink and grey dolphins.
Enjoy lunch in Puerto Nariño. After lunch, prepare a small backpack for the jungle and depart by boat along the Amacayacu River to the Native Ticuna San Martin community, with navigation lasting approximately 3 hours. Along the way, appreciate the flora and fauna of the Amazon jungle.
Arrive at the San Martin Native Community, where a delicious regional dinner awaits you, with options such as roasted leaf fish, roasted chicken, or vegetables. After dinner, embark on a 2-hour jungle walk guided by local settlers to reach the first campsite. Sleep in comfortable hammocks with mosquito nets.

Day 02

Deep Jungle Walk to La Bocana del Kawina Creek

7:00 AM: Breakfast.
8:00 AM: Depart from the first camp for a deep jungle walk with local and bilingual guides. Stop briefly for lunch along the way, then continue to La Bocana del Kawina Creek, where the second camp will be set up. Experience survival techniques and enjoy a typical native dinner. After dinner, set out on a night walk to spot nocturnal animals, including possible caimanes in the stream.

Day 03

Into the Jungle to Quinilla Creek

7:00 AM: Breakfast in the jungle.
8:00 AM: Pack up and head to a deeper point in the jungle, reaching Quinilla Creek for the night. Explore the area in search of animals with expert native Ticuna hunters.

Day 04

Return to Kawina Bocana Camp

Continue the adventure as you return to the Kawina Bocana camp, where you will spend the night once again.

Day 05

Return to Puerto Nariño and Visit Natutama

7:00 AM: Breakfast.
8:00 AM: Depart from the Kawina Bocana camp and return to the Native Ticuna San Martin community. Your boat will be waiting to take you back to Puerto Nariño.
1:00 PM: Lunch and accommodation in Puerto Nariño.
4:00 PM: Visit the Natutama Environmental Interpretation Center, where you will experience simulations of high-water periods in the Amazon and the night beach in summer.
7:00 PM: Dinner in Puerto Nariño.

Day 06

Departure from Puerto Nariño to Leticia

Alternative programs based on your flight schedule:
- Program 1
  - 6:00 AM: Breakfast at the hotel.
  - 6:30 AM: Departure from the main port of Puerto Nariño.
  - 8:00 AM: Arrival in Leticia.
  - Return to the airport.
- Program 2
  - 7:00 AM: Breakfast at the hotel.
  - 8:00 AM: Departure from the main port of Puerto Nariño.
  - 10:00 AM: Arrival in Leticia.
  - Return to the airport, depending on your flight time.