Amazon
Overview
The Amazon, with the world’s largest rainforest, the mighty Amazon River, wildlife and Indian communities…like no other region, the Amazon captures the imagination. The total area of the immense region is 35% of all of Colombia. The most famous department in the Amazon region is Amazonas (popularly called the Amazon) with capital Leticia, which borders Brazil and Peru. Other departments in Amazonas are Putumayo, Caquetá, Guainía, Vaupés, part of Guaviare. If you do like an adventurous trip, there is much to discover in this region.
Highlights
- A few days of relaxation in the eco-village Puerto Nariño and take tours in the area, such as dolphin spotting at Lake Tarapoto
- Hiking through the Amazon rainforest with a guide, explaining the flora and fauna and medicinal plants
- Staying overnight with a Native American community, during a multi-day trip in the Amazon and learn about the special rituals and traditions
- Hiking to the spectacular Cerros de Mavecure
- Bird watching in the adventure destination Mitú, deep in the rainforest
- The surroundings of Florencia on the border of the Andes and the Amazon
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