Leticia has no road access. The only practical way from Cartagena is to fly, and travelers normally connect through Bogotá. Once you land, everything else is handled by boat and short transfers.
The route in three steps
- Cartagena to Bogotá by plane.
- Bogotá to Leticia by plane.
- Leticia to Puerto Nariño or Mocagua by river.
Flight times that work
- Land in Leticia before noon on day one.
- If your last night is in Puerto Nariño or Mocagua, book the return flight after 11:40 a.m.; otherwise a private boat supplement may apply.
Boats in the Amazon
Boats from Leticia take about 2 hours to Puerto Nariño and 1 hour 30 minutes to Mocagua. Shared boats follow fixed schedules; private boats can leave any time between 6 a.m. and 5 p.m.
What we handle
All our packages include airport pick-up and the ground and river transfers. Flights are not included, and neither is the Leticia entry tax (COP 50,000 per person in 2026, paid in cash at the airport).
Ready to plan? Read the complete Amazon guide or see our packages.
Frequently asked questions
Can I drive or take a bus from Cartagena to Leticia?
No. There are no roads into Leticia, so you arrive by plane or by boat along the river.
Is there a direct flight from Cartagena to Leticia?
Travelers from Cartagena normally connect through Bogotá. Check current airline schedules when you book.
What time should my flight land?
Before noon on day one, so you do not lose the first activities. Our team meets you at the airport.
How long are the boats to Puerto Nariño?
About 2 hours from Leticia to Puerto Nariño and 1 hour 30 minutes to Mocagua.
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