Leticia
Leticia sits on the Amazon River, and most trips there mean river boats, rainforest days and wildlife watching a short way from town.
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Leticia is the main town of Amazonas, Colombia's southernmost department, on the Amazon River where Colombia, Brazil and Peru meet. Tabatinga in Brazil lies next door, and the Peruvian town of Santa Rosa is across the river. Leticia has no road link to the rest of Colombia, so most visitors arrive by air or by river boat.
Go for the forest and the river. Boat trips from town reach wildlife such as pink river dolphins and monkeys, and day trips and lodges reach places such as Amacayacu National Park and the village of Puerto Nariño. It suits travelers who want a rainforest base with river days. Rain falls in most months, so pack for it. Two to three days covers the town, a river trip and one jungle outing.
Leticia in five
- Carry Colombian pesos in cashBring pesos in cash for boat operators, guides and small shops, and get them before you reach town.Money and costs
- Set up an eSIM before the boat tripsPhone signal fades quickly beyond the town and on the river, so set up a data plan before you leave home or at the airport.Phones and eSIM
- Carry your passport to Tabatinga and Santa RosaTabatinga in Brazil and Santa Rosa in Peru are reached from Leticia, and border checks apply, so carry your passport on every trip out of town.Visas and entry
- Book jungle tours through a registered operatorConfirm the boat, guide, meals and return time before you pay, and check that the guide speaks your language.Tours and tickets
- Pack repellent, a rain layer and a headlampLeticia is hot and humid, it rains in most months, and mosquitoes are active in the forest and at dusk, so pack repellent with DEET or picaridin.
Need to know
- Currency
- Colombian peso (COP)
- Entry
- Depends on nationality; check Migración Colombia before you fly Read more
- Emergency
- 123 general emergency (police, ambulance); 112 also works
- Tipping
- Optional; some restaurants add a service charge to the bill
- Time
- UTC-5, no daylight saving
Weather by month
- Rainy days
- Days with storms
- Best
- Good
- Mixed
- JanuaryRain28 rainy daysHigh30°Low22°Hot, humidJanuaryRain
Mixed
- High
- 30°
- Low
- 22°
- Precipitation
- 370 mm
- Rainy days
- 28
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Hot, humid
- FebruaryRain27 rainy daysHigh30°Low23°Hot, humidFebruaryRain
Mixed
- High
- 30°
- Low
- 23°
- Precipitation
- 405 mm
- Rainy days
- 27
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Hot, humid
- MarchRain29 rainy daysHigh30°Low23°Wetter, humidMarchRain
Mixed
- High
- 30°
- Low
- 23°
- Precipitation
- 406 mm
- Rainy days
- 29
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Wetter, humid
- AprilRain28 rainy daysHigh29°Low22°Wetter, humidAprilRain
Mixed
- High
- 29°
- Low
- 22°
- Precipitation
- 349 mm
- Rainy days
- 28
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Wetter, humid
- MayRain28 rainy daysHigh29°Low22°Rising riverMayRain
Mixed
- High
- 29°
- Low
- 22°
- Precipitation
- 280 mm
- Rainy days
- 28
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Rising river
- JuneRain25 rainy daysHigh30°Low22°High waterJuneRain
Good
- High
- 30°
- Low
- 22°
- Precipitation
- 218 mm
- Rainy days
- 25
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
High water
- JulyRain20 rainy daysHigh31°Low22°High waterJulyRain
Good
- High
- 31°
- Low
- 22°
- Precipitation
- 141 mm
- Rainy days
- 20
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
High water
- AugustRain18 rainy daysHigh32°Low22°Drier, hotAugustRain
Best
- High
- 32°
- Low
- 22°
- Precipitation
- 134 mm
- Rainy days
- 18
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Drier, hot
- SeptemberRain21 rainy days1 day with stormsHigh33°Low23°Drier, hotSeptemberRain
Best
- High
- 33°
- Low
- 23°
- Precipitation
- 151 mm
- Rainy days
- 21
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 1
Drier, hot
- OctoberRain24 rainy days1 day with stormsHigh32°Low23°Low waterOctoberRain
Good
- High
- 32°
- Low
- 23°
- Precipitation
- 216 mm
- Rainy days
- 24
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 1
Low water
- NovemberRain25 rainy days1 day with stormsHigh31°Low23°Low waterNovemberRain
Mixed
- High
- 31°
- Low
- 23°
- Precipitation
- 292 mm
- Rainy days
- 25
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 1
Low water
- DecemberRain29 rainy days2 days with stormsHigh30°Low22°Hot, humidDecemberRain
Mixed
- High
- 30°
- Low
- 22°
- Precipitation
- 391 mm
- Rainy days
- 29
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 2
Hot, humid
Average daily high and low in Leticia, 2016–2025. Rainy day: 1 mm of rain or more.
Right now in Leticia
Local time, today's weather and the exchange rate, refreshed through the day.
28
- Feels like
- 31°
- Humidity
- 82%
- Wind
- 4 km/h
- Chance of rain
- 92%
Leticia
03:37 PM
Monday, November 2
- Today31°23°92%Monday: Thunderstorms. High 31°, Low 23°. Chance of rain 92%.
- Tue32°24°61%Tuesday: Drizzle. High 32°, Low 24°. Chance of rain 61%.
- Wed32°23°63%Wednesday: Rain. High 32°, Low 23°. Chance of rain 63%.
- Thu34°24°88%Thursday: Thunderstorms. High 34°, Low 24°. Chance of rain 88%.
- Fri32°24°70%Friday: Rain. High 32°, Low 24°. Chance of rain 70%.
- Sat32°24°61%Saturday: Drizzle. High 32°, Low 24°. Chance of rain 61%.
- Sun33°24°74%Sunday: Drizzle. High 33°, Low 24°. Chance of rain 74%.
Updated 03:13 PM local time · Powered by WeatherAPI.com · Weather data by Open-Meteo.com
Money
Mid-market rate1 USD = 3,192 COP
Rates from Nov 2, 2026 · Rates By Exchange Rate API
Day trips by train
- Tabatinga, Brazilabout 15 to 30 min on footBrazil's border town next to Leticia, reached on foot, with passport checks.
- Santa Rosa, Peruabout 15 to 30 min by boatA Peruvian village across the river, reached by a short boat ride, with passport checks.
- Puerto Nariñoabout 1 to 3 hours by boatA quiet riverside village and a base for longer wildlife trips.
- Amacayacu National Parkabout 1 to 2 hours by boatProtected Amazon forest with trails and river walks; book a guided visit through an operator.
Before you go to Leticia
Rules for Leticia, checked
- Check entry rules for your passport on Migración Colombia before you fly, since requirements depend on nationality.Source
- Carry your passport for any crossing into Brazil or Peru and confirm current border checks with each country's immigration office.
- Ask a travel clinic or the CDC about yellow fever vaccination for the Amazon region before you travel.Source
Plan around Leticia
Town hotels and jungle lodge options compared
Read the guideGetting around LeticiaFlights in, boats on the river and local transport
Read the guideMoney and cards in LeticiaPesos, cash and card use in town
Read the guideEntry and border rulesEntry rules and crossings into Brazil and Peru
Read the guideColombia travel guideRegions, entry rules and planning for the whole country
Read the guideLeticia FAQ
Is Leticia worth visiting?
Yes, if you want a base for jungle boat trips, river wildlife and a town where three countries meet. It is a poor choice if you want beaches, nightlife or big-city sights.
How do you get to Leticia?
Flights are the main way in. Leticia is not on the main road network, so check the airline route before you book.
Can you cross from Leticia to Brazil or Peru?
Yes. Tabatinga in Brazil is next to Leticia and can be reached on foot, and Santa Rosa in Peru is a short boat ride away. Carry your passport and check current border rules before you cross.
How many days do you need in Leticia?
Two to three days covers the town, a river trip and one jungle outing. Stay longer if you want a jungle lodge or a wildlife trip further along the river.
Do you need a guide in Leticia?
A local guide helps you spot wildlife on jungle trails. Book through a registered operator and confirm the guide's language before you pay.