Best of Leticia and Puerto Nariño

The Amazon rainforest spreads across one third of Colombia’s territory and is one of the best places in Colombia for seeing wildlife. Frontier towns like Leticia and Puerto Nariño provide access to this remote region, which is full of lakes, waterfalls, rivers and greenery as far as the eye can see. Based at eco-lodges, you’ll be able to take day trips out to see unique aspects of the rainforest  as well as interact with local communities who call the Amazon home. 

For an overview of the landscape, take a cruise on the Amazon River, looking for wildlife along the forested shoreline and in the water itself — you may see manatees and two species of river dolphin. Guided hikes provide the opportunity to spy monkeys, sloths, toucans and countless other species. You can also meet members of the Tiluna ethnic group, who can show you how to make crafts and household objects from the seeds and plants of the forest. For an immersive experience, head off on a four-day trek that’s led by an indigenous hunter. You’ll camp along the way and see a world few ever get to experience.