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Aguaytía
Skip Aguaytía unless you need a stopover between Tingo María and Pucallpa: half a day for the canyon and a waterfall, then move on.
Aguaytía is a small Amazonian town on the road from Tingo María to Pucallpa. Its main draw is the Boquerón del Padre Abad canyon and a handful of waterfalls. Most travellers use it as a lunch stop or a single night between longer legs.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- PEN
- Best months
- May–October (dry season)
- avoid January–March (heavy rain, road closures possible)
- Airport
- PCL
- Nights
- 1
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Rules in force · 7Above 2,500 m (Bogotá, Quito, Cusco, La Paz) keep the fir…
- South America ↗Above 2,500 m (Bogotá, Quito, Cusco, La Paz) keep the first day light; sleep lower where you can (Sacred Valley before Cusco) and descend if headache comes with vomiting or confusion.
- South America ↗A yellow fever certificate is required on arrival in French Guiana, and asked for on some routes into Bolivia, Paraguay, Suriname and Guyana, or when arriving from Amazon areas — vaccinate at least 10 days before travel and carry the card.
- South America ↗Overnight buses are the norm in Argentina, Chile and Peru, but pick top-tier companies and keep valuables on your body; on-board thefts from overhead racks are the common loss.
- Peru ↗Check entry rules for your passport with Peru's migration authority (Migraciones) or a Peruvian consulate; keep the entry record you receive, as hotels may ask for it.
- Peru ↗Machu Picchu entry is by timed ticket for a named circuit, with daily caps; in high season tickets sell out weeks or months ahead. Buy tickets only from the official Ministry of Culture seller or a licensed agency.
- Peru ↗The classic Inca Trail needs a permit booked through a licensed operator, often months ahead; the trail closes every February for maintenance.
- Peru ↗Altitude sickness is common above 2,500 m: ascend gradually, rest on day one, and ask a doctor before travel if you have heart or lung conditions.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Aguaytía105 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Aguaytía, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the Peruvian sol (PEN, S/).Peru-wide
- SIM or eSIMClaro, Movistar, Entel and Bitel sell prepaid SIMs; register with your passport at official shops.Peru-wide
- Tap waterNot safe from the tap; bottled or filtered.Peru-wide
- TippingRestaurants: About 10% if service is not included.Peru-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/C. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 220 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Peru-wide
- SafetyAguaytía is generally safe, but watch for mototaxi scams and carry only small bills.
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- RestroomsPaper in the bin; carry tissue and coins for public toilets.Peru-wide
- Emergency numbers105 police · 116 fire · 106 ambulance (samu) (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysMany museums close Mondays; strikes can shut roads and shops.Peru-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportPCL Captain Rolden International Airport (Pucallpa) (Then bus or taxi to Aguaytía, about 2 h).
- Getting aroundMototaxis (S/ 3–5 within town).
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Street or quick mealMenu del día (set lunch)S/ 8–15
- BeerBottle of beerS/ 5–8
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Mototaxi ride (within town)S/ 3–5
- Metro or bus rideBus to PucallpaS/ 15–20
- Budget bedHostel dorm bed, a night, per personPEN 25
- Mid-range bedPrivate room (basic hotel), a night, per roomPEN 80
- High-end bedPrivate room (basic hotel), a night, per roomPEN 120
A day, not counting the bed: Budget PEN 50 · Mid PEN 90 · High PEN 150
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- PCL Captain Rolden International Airport (Pucallpa) (Then bus or taxi to Aguaytía, about 2 h)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
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31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Feb
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Mar
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Apr
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31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
May
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Jun
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Jul
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Aug
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Sep
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Oct
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Nov
not flagged
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Dec
not flagged
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Best: May–Oct. Avoid: Jan–Mar. Month by month →
Warmest Aug (32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)), coolest Jul (20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C) low), wettest Jan (16 rain days), driest Jul (6). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Aguaytía: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
16 rd
Feb
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
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Mar
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
16 rd
Apr
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
13 rd
May
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
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Jun
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
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Jul
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
6 rd
Aug
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
6 rd
Sep
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
8 rd
Oct
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
12 rd
Nov
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
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Dec
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
15 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Mototaxis (S/ 3–5 within town). On foot for the centre.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Boquerón del Padre Abad
goDoor to door: About 1 h round trip
Mototaxi or combi from town, about 15 min
Canyon with a 500-m tunnel; walk through if open.
Velo de la Novia waterfall
goDoor to door: About 2 h
Mototaxi or combi towards Tingo María, about 20 min, then a short hike
Go early to avoid crowds; bring swimwear.
Pucallpa
goDoor to door: About 2.5 h
Bus or colectivo, about 2 h
Larger city with riverfront and markets.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Town centre
Basic hotels and hostels near the plaza; most travellers stay one night.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- S/ 40–70 excl. bed
- Mid
- S/ 70–120 excl. bed
- High
- S/ 120+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Private room (basic hotel)1 × 1 night × PEN 80 | PEN 80 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × PEN 90 | PEN 90 |
| Mototaxi from town to Boquerón1 × PEN 15 | PEN 15 |
| Bus Pucallpa–Aguaytía1 × PEN 15 | PEN 15 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | PEN 20 |
| Trip total≈ PEN 220 per person per day, bed included | PEN 220 |
2026 estimate in soles; flights excluded.
Prices of common things
| Mototaxi ride (within town) | S/ 3–5 |
| Menu del día (set lunch) | S/ 8–15 |
| Bottle of beer | S/ 5–8 |
| Bus to Pucallpa | S/ 15–20 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Road between Tingo María and Pucallpa can close in heavy rain; check conditions before travelling.
- Waterfalls require a short hike; wear sturdy shoes and bring insect repellent.
- No ATM? Check before arrival; bring cash from Pucallpa or Tingo María.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 105
- Fire
- 116
- Ambulance (SAMU)
- 106
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Lléveme a esta direcciónTake me to this address
Emergency
- Police105
- Fire116
- Ambulance (SAMU)106
Embassy
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Mototaxi town centre → Boquerón: S/ 10–15
- Bus Aguaytía → Pucallpa: S/ 15–20, about 2 h
Say or show
- Buenos días — Hello (bwe-nohs dee-ahs)
- ¿Cuánto cuesta? — How much? (kwahn-toh kwehs-tah)
- ¿Dónde está la cascada? — Where is the waterfall? (dohn-deh ehs-tah lah kahs-kah-dah)
- Necesito un mototaxi — I need a mototaxi (neh-seh-see-toh oon moh-toh-tahk-see)
- Gracias — Thank you (grah-see-ahs)
Cash only in most places; bring small bills.
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Aguaytía. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: May–October (dry season) · avoid January–March (heavy rain, road closures possible) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
- secondaryWikidata — Aguaytía
- secondaryWikivoyage: Aguaytía, revision 5046914 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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