National park · Colombia
Amacayacu National ParkParque Nacional Natural Amacayacu
Enter Amacayacu National Park for a day: take the express boat from Leticia (≈ 1 h 40 min, COP 22,000 boat fare) and walk the short rainforest trail; skip longer multi‑day treks unless you have a guide and camp gear.
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Map to the park
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Area
4,220 km² (1,629 sq mi)1,629 sq mi (4,220 km²)
approximate
Established
1975
Best months
—
UNESCO
None
Rules in force · 10Above 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.
- Colombia ↗Check entry rules for your passport with Migración Colombia or a Colombian consulate; some travellers must complete an online migration form before arrival.
- Colombia ↗Security advice lists specific departments and border areas: check your own government's advice for every place on your route, including coastal roads.
- Colombia ↗Never accept drinks, food or cigarettes from strangers, and be careful with people met on dating apps: drugging (including with scopolamine) followed by robbery is a known risk.
- Colombia ↗Fill in Check-MIG only on the official Migración Colombia site; it is free, and lookalike sites charge a fee.
- Amazonia ↗Book the flight before the hotel: Leticia seats from Bogotá sell out in Dec–Jan and on long weekends.
- Amazonia ↗No road links Leticia or the far south to the rest of Colombia; buses reach only the western Putumayo and Caquetá edges.
- Amazonia ↗Yellow fever vaccination and malaria prophylaxis are the standard pre-trip checks for Amazonas department; confirm with a travel clinic.
At a glance
- Country
- Colombia
- Area
- 4,220 km² (1,629 sq mi)1,629 sq mi (4,220 km²)
- Park covers 422,000 ha (≈ 4,220 km²) as reported by the official park page.
- Established
- 1975
- Best months
- —
- Permits
- For some areas
- Base
- Leticia
Amacayacu National Park protects lowland Amazon rainforest on the Colombian side of the Amazon River, offering guided river tours, short rainforest walks and opportunities to see wildlife such as howler monkeys, caimans and occasional pink river dolphins.
Decide
Why go, which months, and what lives here when
At a glance
Status
- No UNESCO listing; national park since 1975.
Size and age
4,220 km² (1,629 sq mi)1,629 sq mi (4,220 km²) · national park since 1975
Park covers 422,000 ha (≈ 4,220 km²) as reported by the official park page.
This page covers the park itself. Nearest base: Leticia.
Why go
- Primary rainforest with abundant wildlife and river scenery.
- Easy day‑trip access from Leticia via express boat.
When to go
- JanGo
- FebGo
- MarGo
- AprCaution
- MayCaution
- JunAvoid
- JulAvoid
- AugAvoid
- SepCaution
- OctCaution
- NovGo
- DecGo
- Jancheck
- Febcheck
- Marcheck
- Aprcheck
- Maycheck
- Juncheck
- Julcheck
- Augcheck
- Sepcheck
- Octcheck
- Novcheck
- Deccheck
Wildlife and nature calendar
| What | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Howler monkeys, toucans, caimansAll year | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Pink river dolphins (occasionally sighted)All year | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
Arrive & move
Getting in, how the park is divided, and where things are
Show 3 sectionsHideHow to get there, Zones and sectors, Sketch map
How to get there
Zones and sectors
| Zone | What is there | Access |
|---|---|---|
| Park entrance area | Visitor reception, ticket office, short rainforest trail. | Open with entry ticket. |
Sketch map
Take the points offline
3 points as a GPX waypoint file, plus a plain-text list of coordinates. Save it while you have signal: maps apps show the points without a connection.
Coordinates from official park page; entrance point approximate.
See & do
Caves, trails and wildlife, with how hard each is and whether it needs booking
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Top experiences
Practical
Fees, permits, rules, where to sleep and what can go wrong
Show 8 sectionsHideEntry fees and permits, Park rules, Where to stay, Safety, Accessibility, Visiting lightly, Questions people ask, Related
Entry fees and permits
| Item | Range | Per | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park entry (per person) | Free | person | check |
| Express boat from Leticia to park entrance | COP 22,000 | person | boat fare |
Ranges, not quotes: fees change without notice. Check with the park or your operator · checked Sep 2026.
Park entry permit or guide
Park rules
- Guides
- Not required for short day trails but recommended for longer treks.
- Camping
- Only in designated zones with permit; not allowed in the main rainforest area.
- Fire
- Open fires prohibited; use camp stoves in permitted camps.
Where to stay
Near the park
Leticia
Hotels, hostels and guesthouses.
Safety
Mosquito‑borne diseases medium
River flooding medium
How much daylight do you have?
Time out
Finding the local time zone…
Times are local to the spot (zone loading). The half-hour margin is our rule of thumb, not an official figure; light fades earlier in forest or under cloud. Carry a headlamp on any route that could run late.
Accessibility
- Entrance trail is short and level; suitable for most walkers.
- Deeper rainforest sections are rough and not wheelchair‑friendly.
Visiting lightly
- Stay in Leticia accommodations that support local communities.
- Avoid single‑use plastics; carry out waste.
Questions people ask
How much does it cost to enter Amacayacu National Park?
COP 22,000 per person paid at the gate after boat arrival.
What are the best hikes in Amacayacu National Park?
The short rainforest trail from the entrance (1–2 h) and the river viewpoint walk are the main day‑hikes; longer treks need a guide.
When is the best time to visit Amacayacu National Park?
The dry season (January–March and November–December) offers lower river levels and drier trails.
Deep dive
Every source; fees and rules change, so check before you go
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