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Voykit pocket guide · Brazil
Itaituba
Spend 1–2 days in Itaituba as a river base for Amazônia National Park; fast boat from Santarém 7 h, or drive via Transamazônica.
Itaituba, population ~100 k, sits on the Tapajós River in Pará. It is a gateway to Amazônia National Park (≈50 km west) and reachable by fast boat (7 h, R$120) or road. One full day covers the park permit office and a short river excursion; add a second day for a longer trek or boat trip.
- Country
- Brazil
- Best months
- Jun–Oct (dry season, lower river levels)
- Avoid
- Dec–Feb (high water, boat delays)
- Stay
- 1–2 nights
Checked 2026-09. Prices, hours and rules change; anything marked (check) is not confirmed.
Essentials
- Currency
- BRL
- Money
- Currency is the Brazilian real (BRL, R$). About R$5–5.8 per US dollar in 2026 — check. Cards and tap-to-pay are accepted almost everywhere, even at beach kiosks.
- Daily spend
- Budget R$80–120 excl. bed · Mid R$150–250 excl. bed · High R$300+ excl. bed (estimate; check)
- SIM and data
- Vivo, Claro and TIM cover the country; buying a prepaid SIM needs a passport and sometimes a CPF — an eSIM before you fly is easier.
- Emergency
- Police 190 · Ambulance 192 · Fire 193
- Plugs
- Types N, C · 127 V (Rio, São Paulo) or 220 V (Brasília, much of the Northeast) · Check the voltage on the socket; most chargers are dual-voltage.
- Tipping
- Restaurant: 10% service (serviço) usually on the bill; optional but normal.; Beach kiosk / bar: Often included; round up.; Taxi / Uber: Not expected; round up.; Guide: US$5–15 per person per day.; Hotel staff: Small tip for porters.
- Water
- Do not drink tap water; filtered water is provided in most homes and hotels.
- Toilets
- Put toilet paper in the bin, not the toilet, in most places.
What things cost
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Meal at a local snack bar | R$15–30 |
| Bottled water (500 ml) | R$2–4 |
| Taxi (city centre, 5 km (3.1 mi))Taxi (city centre, 3.1 mi (5 km)) | R$20–35 |
| Fast boat ticket (one way) | R$120 |
Desk estimates, checked 2026-09; check locally.
Get in
By air
- STM · Santarém (Maestro Wilson Fonseca)
- Main gateway: fast boat from Santarém about 7 h, R$120 (Jan 2023); slow boat Fri 16:00, 14–17 h, R$50. Check current schedules.Main gateway: fast boat from Santarém about 7 h, R$120 (Jan 2023); slow boat Fri 4:00 PM, 14–17 h, R$50. Check current schedules.
- ITB · Itaituba Airport
- Local airfield; service is irregular — check before relying on it.
Show 7 more sections and the pocket cardHideGet around, See and do, Sleep, Language, Etiquette, safety and scams, One and two days, Sources, Pocket card
Get around
Boat schedules dominate; fast boats depart Santarém daily at 10:00 (≈7 h, R$120). Car rentals ~R$100/day, offices close at 16:00, no Sunday service. Taxis available near port.Boat schedules dominate; fast boats depart Santarém daily at 10:00 AM (≈7 h, R$120). Car rentals ~R$100/day, offices close at 4:00 PM, no Sunday service. Taxis available near port.
See and do
Known for
- Amazônia National Park access
- Tapajós River boat traffic
- Transamazônica highway stop
Day trips
| Where | How | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Amazônia National Park | Taxi to IBAMA office, then permit; park entrance ~50 km (31 mi) westTaxi to IBAMA office, then permit; park entrance ~31 mi (50 km) west | ≈2 h round trip |
| Fordlândia | Boat from Itaituba port, schedule varies; check local listings | ≈4 h total |
Sleep
- Hotel Riosinho
- Central location, basic rooms
- Juliana Park Hotel
- Near riverfront, modest rates
- Hotel Dantas
- Close to port, simple amenities
- Santa Rita Palace
- Commerce district, budget option
Language
Brazilians speak Portuguese, and Spanish is not a substitute, though many understand it when spoken slowly. English is limited outside upscale hotels and tours. A few Portuguese phrases change how you are treated.
- The thumbs-up is used for everything; the OK hand sign is rude.
- Download offline Portuguese in your translation app.
Etiquette, safety and scams
Etiquette
- Greeting: Handshake, hug or cheek kiss (one in São Paulo, two in Rio); avoid: Being stiff with new acquaintances
- Gestures: Use thumbs-up freely; avoid: The OK hand sign (it is rude)
- Language: Try Portuguese; say obrigado/obrigada; avoid: Defaulting to Spanish
- Time: Expect relaxed social punctuality; avoid: Being late for tours and flights
- Beach: Bring only a towel, cash and a copy of your ID; avoid: Leaving things unattended
Scams and watch-outs
- Fast boat tickets sell out early in high season.
- Road travel may require a R$20 ferry for vehicles crossing the Tapajós.
- Amazônia National Park permits must be obtained in‑person; office hours can vary.
Itaituba is generally safe for day visitors; keep valuables secure on boats and avoid night walks in isolated areas.
One and two days
No timed day plan for Itaituba yet. Suggested stay: 1–2 nights. Build a day from the list below, mornings for the big sight.
- Amazônia National Park access
- Tapajós River boat traffic
- Transamazônica highway stop
Sources
Written by Voykit; facts cross-checked against these sources, last desk check 2026-09. Prices, hours and rules change: check on the day.
- Wikivoyage: Itaituba, revision 4604573 (CC BY-SA 4.0): en.wikivoyage.org/w/index.php?oldid=4604573
Pocket card
Cut along the border and keep it in your wallet. Show the local-script lines to a driver.
Printed from Voykit (/itaituba). Written by Voykit; checked 2026-09. Estimates only: confirm prices, hours and entry rules on the day.