Visit Us in Puerto Carreño
If you like adventure then getting here might be the highlight of your trip. We are located about 700 kilometers east of Bogota at the end of Colombia's Transnational Highway 40.
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Getting to Puerto Carreño & El Tuparro National Park
Getting to Puerto Carreño & El Tuparro National Park
Puerto Carreño, nestled on the banks of the Orinoco River in the Vichada department of Colombia, offers a unique and rewarding experience for travelers seeking adventure, cultural immersion, and natural beauty. Here's how to reach this hidden gem:
By Air
By Air
Scheduled Flights:
Bogotá – Puerto Carreño: Approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes.
Villavicencio – Puerto Carreño: Approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes.
Charter Flights to El Tuparro National Park:
The park has an airstrip for lightweight planes (1800 meters length) located in the Administrative Center El Tomo.
Flight Villavicencio – El Tuparro National Park: Approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes. Authorization required from Civil Aeronautic.
By Land
By Land
Route 1:
Bogotá – Villavicencio – Puerto Gaitán – La Primavera – Puerto Carreño: Approximately 2 days.
Puerto Carreño – Cazuarito – Garcitas: Approximately 8 hours (vehicles must stay at Garcitas).
Garcitas – El Tuparro National Park: Access the park by waterway via the Orinoco River (approximately 1 hour).
Route 2:
Bogotá – Yopal – Paz de Ariporo – La Hermosa: Approximately 1 day.
La Hermosa – La Primavera: Ferry crossing (approximately 1 hour).
La Primavera – Puerto Carreño: Approximately 8 hours.
Puerto Carreño – Cazuarito – Garcitas: Approximately 8 hours (vehicles must stay at Garcitas).
Garcitas – El Tuparro National Park: Access the park by waterway via the Orinoco River (approximately 1 hour).
Public Transportation: You can travel by public transportation along these routes.
By River
By River
(Note: This service is currently only available during periods of high water.)
Puerto Gaitán – Puerto Carreño: Approximately 1 day.
Puerto Carreño – Cazuarito: Approximately 1 hour.
Cazuarito – Garcitas: Land transportation required due to the Atures rapids (approximately 1 hour).
Garcitas – El Tuparro National Park: Approximately 1 hour.
Tips for your journey:
Tips for your journey:
Check flight schedules and availability in advance, especially for charter flights to El Tuparro.
Be prepared for long travel times by land, especially during the rainy season.
Consider hiring a local guide or joining a tour for a more comfortable and informative experience.
Pack for warm weather and bring insect repellent, sunscreen, and a hat.
We look forward to welcoming you to Puerto Carreño and helping you discover the wonders of the Orinoco!
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