About
Leticia is the capital of the Amazonas department in southern Colombia, set at the point where the country meets Brazil and Peru. Its position on the river border makes it a place where three countries meet, and the city has the feel of a gateway rather than a destination in the usual sense.
For many travellers, Leticia works best as a base. It is an important starting point for expeditions into the Amazon jungle, and most visitors come here to arrange trips into the forest and along the surrounding rivers. The city itself offers a practical place to prepare, with services and organised tours set up around the jungle experience.
What a visit is like
- A stay centred on jungle expeditions, with the city serving as the place to organise and begin them.
- A border setting, where Colombia, Brazil and Peru come together along the river.
- A slower pace than larger Colombian cities, suited to visitors who want to plan around time on the water and in the forest.
Planning your trip
Leticia is reached as a remote Amazonian city, so it suits travellers who are prepared for a journey that differs from the road-based trips common elsewhere in Colombia. Allow time to choose an expedition that matches your interests, and to settle in before heading into the jungle. If your main interest is the Amazon, Leticia offers a direct and focused way to reach it.
