Begin the tour with a visit to the three borders (Colombia, Brazil, Peru)
and the beautiful Victoria Regia Nature Reserve. We will sail down the
Amazon River observing grey and pink dolphins and you will have the
opportunity to get to know this region around Leticia full of biodiversity.
On the second day, you will start your adventure to the Calderon River as the spectacular destination of this great trip, providing the most adventurous experience for those who are willing to discover the real Amazon rainforest. Deep jungle treks that uncover not only the most
beautiful flora and fauna, but also all the stories and knowledge that local guides have to share with visitors and the most amazing survival skills for jungle explorers.
We would like to point out that the jungle will create new challenges for all of us! Be aware of these challenges and trust our local guides. They care about the personal well-being of each individual and the group. Tour elements can therefore be shifted and adjusted individually during the trip with our guides.
Three borders tour
The start time of the three borders tour may vary depending on the time of your arrival in Leticia. If you arrive by 10.30 a.m., it is possible to start the tour the same day. If you are already in Leticia the tour starts at 8.00 a.m.
Start of the hiking to the Calderón River
We will leave Leticia at 8 a.m. by bus to reach the twenty kilometer distant starting point. We start walking towards the jungle; this first walk goes until approximately 4 p.m. In the middle of the jungle we will take our break for lunch. Then we set up the camp where we will spend the first night. We rest once the camp is finished for our night walk. We return from the walk, have dinner and rest.
Into the jungle
We will wake up in the middle of the jungle and start the day with a healthy breakfast to continue our trail to the Calderon River. We have lunch in the middle of the trail.
Approximately at 2 p.m. we arrive at our destination where we will spend the next 2 nights. It is a small house in the middle of the jungle where a hermit grandfather lives. Once here, we will have the opportunity to experience jungle life where we will go fishing, swimming, enjoy the landscapes and fruits of the jungle, spot different species (monkeys, wildboars, snakes, insects and birds). At night we will find some wildlife. We return to the camp, have dinner and rest.
Back to Leticia
We start the day with a healthy breakfast before we start the hike back to Leticia. On the way we will again have the opportunity to observe wild animals in their natural habitat. We have lunch on the way back. Finally we arrive in Leticia at 4 pm. Return to the hotel in Leticia where you will spend the night.
NOTE
At the request of the visitors it is possible to spend the nights in cabins or camping in the jungle. The menu of meals may vary according to the season and the preferences of the visitors. The guide service is provided by local guides from the region.
THE TOUR INCLUDES:
Two nights in a hotel in Leticia (the night before and the night after the tour) ; pick up from the airport to the hotel ; transport ; camping equipment ; food ; hydration ; activities ; local guides ; medical insurance ; jungle equipment (hammock, mosquito net, boots, etc.).
Note: You will receive rubber boots for the tour. Bring only what you need for the tour to avoid carrying a heavy backpack.
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Our most highlighted all inclusive tours are available for booking all throughout the year and prices are standard rates for private and shared adventures.
Each tour has different requirements, depending on the weather conditions and the personalized service requested by each traveler.
Vaccination against yellow fever is suggested, but not mandatory.
No visa is required for any tour with Hipilandia.
Accommodation options will vary depending on each destination. Most common options are jungle lodges, private shacks, campsite in the jungle for most adventurous. Hotel can be provided under request.
To get to Leticia you have 4 options:
During jungle treks we provide rubber boots to protect travelers from any accident with snakes or spiders that may run into.
We also provide all camping equipment with highest quality stardards to ensure travelers safety during their sleep in the jungle.
For safe hydration, we provide purifying drops or pills during the whole tour.
Once a tour is confirmed, the traveler will receive a contract with all the cacellation, rebooking and refound policies. These policies may very depending on each tour.
We highly suggest to read carefully the description and details of the tour prior the starting date, since we make different recommedations of what to bring for each adventure.
For payments we only accept colombian pesos in cash. It is important to have in mind that credit cards are accepted, with 5% fee.
ATM’s in Leticia have very high fees, so we suggest you get all the cash you can in advance before arriving in Leticia.
We provide travel insurance service included in our rates. In case of illness during the trip, medical assistance will be granted in nearest hospital or emergency unit.
Hipilandia is a project that offers sustainable tourism experiences in the Amazon region of Colombia, with the aim of protecting both local culture and wildlife from exploitation. It is organized to allow tourists interact responsibly and respectfully with both in their natural habitat.
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Hipilandia is a project that offers sustainable tourism experiences in the Amazon region of Colombia, with the aim of protecting both local culture and wildlife from exploitation. It is organized to allow tourists to interact responsibly and respectfully with both in their natural habitat.
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