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Major city · Peru

Juanjuí

Visit Juanjuí as a day trip from Tarapoto or stay one night; travel ~2 h each way, colectivo ~20 S. per person.

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Juanjuí is a small provincial capital in northern Peru's San Martín region. With limited attractions and no airport, most travellers spend a half‑day to a full day here, usually as a stop after arriving in Tarapoto. One night is enough for a relaxed visit of the main plaza, Hotel Century, and nearby market.

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Weather
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Currency
PEN
Best months
May–Oct (dry season, check)
avoid Jan–Apr (rainy season, check)
Airport
TRU
Nights
1

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This is a basic guide for Juanjuí: no airport-to-bed path, walking clusters or day plans yet. Fares and schedules here are unverified. What this page does cover
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

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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 Juanjuí105 ▾

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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 Juanjuí, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.

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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.

Provincial capital of Mariscal CáceresMain plaza and local market
Airports
TRU Tarapoto Airport (Fly from Lima; then colectivo 20 S. to Juanjuí (2 h).)

Best months at a glance

From the guide's best and avoid lists

  1. Jan

    Avoid

    32°C (90°F)

  2. Feb

    Avoid

    31°C (88°F)

  3. Mar

    Avoid

    31°C (88°F)

  4. Apr

    Avoid

    31°C (88°F)

  5. May

    Best

    31°C (88°F)

  6. Jun

    Best

    31°C (88°F)

  7. Jul

    Best

    31°C (88°F)

  8. Aug

    Best

    32°C (90°F)

  9. Sep

    Best

    32°C (90°F)

  10. Oct

    Best

    32°C (90°F)

  11. Nov

    not flagged

    32°C (90°F)

  12. Dec

    not flagged

    32°C (90°F)

Best: May–Oct. Avoid: Jan–Apr. Month by month →

Warmest Jan (32°C (90°F)), coolest Jul (19°C (66°F) low), wettest Mar (17 rain days), driest Aug (8). Averages, not a forecast.

Weather and climate

Forecast from Open-Meteo · averages rounded

Juanjuí: next 7 days

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Air quality

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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.

Jan

32°C (90°F)

22°C (72°F)

16 rd

Feb

31°C (88°F)

22°C (72°F)

15 rd

Mar

31°C (88°F)

22°C (72°F)

17 rd

Apr

31°C (88°F)

21°C (70°F)

14 rd

May

31°C (88°F)

21°C (70°F)

12 rd

Jun

31°C (88°F)

20°C (68°F)

10 rd

Jul

31°C (88°F)

19°C (66°F)

9 rd

Aug

32°C (90°F)

20°C (68°F)

8 rd

Sep

32°C (90°F)

21°C (70°F)

10 rd

Oct

32°C (90°F)

21°C (70°F)

13 rd

Nov

32°C (90°F)

22°C (72°F)

14 rd

Dec

32°C (90°F)

22°C (72°F)

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

Walk in town centre; colectivos (shared taxis) connect nearby villages; no public bus service.

See & doDay-trips, door to door

See & do

Day-trips, door to door

Day-trips

Door-to-door, not ride time

Tarapoto

go

Door to door: ≈2 h each way

Colectivo from Juanjuí, about 2 h

Larger market and river tours.

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.

Hotel Century

Main plaza, Wi‑Fi, some rooms air‑conditioned, ~85 S. per twin 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

2026 estimate, excluding the bed unless stated
Budget
S/ 45–70 excl. bed
Mid
S/ 70–120 excl. bed

Trip budget

2026 estimate · converts to your currency

Prices of common things

Colectivo (shared taxi) Tarapoto → JuanjuíS/ 20 per person
Hotel Century twin roomS/ 85 per night
Meal at local restaurantS/ 12–25

2026 estimate; check locally.

Watch out

Safety

Petty theft around the market and bus stops is the main risk; the bigger hazards are rough, unlit roads after rain and thin medical cover — carry cash, water and any medicine you need.
  • Roads can be rough after rain; travel times may vary.
  • Limited medical facilities; carry basic supplies.

Emergency numbers

Police
105
Fire
116
SAMU ambulance
106

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My bed tonight

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A esta dirección, por favorTo this address, please

Emergency

  • Police105
  • Fire116
  • SAMU ambulance106

Embassy

US consulate in Lima; other embassies in Lima.

My embassy: —

Fare anchors (2026 estimate)

  • Colectivo Tarapoto → Juanjuí: about S/ 20 per person, 2 h (check)
  • Hotel Century night: about S/ 85 twin (check)

Say or show

  • Disculpe — Excuse me / Sorry (disˈkulpe)
  • Gracias — Thank you (ˈɡɾasjas)
  • ¿Cuánto cuesta? — How much is it? (ˈkwanto ˈkwesta)
  • ¿Dónde está el baño? — Where is the bathroom? (ˈdonde esˈta el ˈβaɲo)
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 Juanjuí. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.

What we know, and what is coming

On this page

  1. Best months: May–Oct (dry season, check) · avoid Jan–Apr (rainy season, check) · month by month →
  2. 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
  3. Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
  4. Cost per day in 2 bands
  5. 1 day-trips, door to door
  6. 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers

Coming as the guide grows

  1. An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
  2. Walking clusters with bag rules
  3. Day plans checked against opening hours
  4. Field-verified times and fares

Meanwhile

Back to Peru

Sources

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