Your journey between Colombia and Peru is a true Amazonian adventure, as no roads connect the two countries. The border is a fluid line drawn through the world’s largest rainforest, and all travel is dictated by the region’s vast network of rivers. This is not a crossing you can do on a whim; it requires planning and a willingness to embrace river travel as your primary mode of transportation. The only point of transit is the unique tri-border area where Colombia, Peru, and Brazil meet. Here, the Colombian city of Leticia sits directly adjacent to the Brazilian city of Tabatinga. To enter Peru, you will need to take a short boat ride across the Amazon River to the small island village of Santa Rosa.
Interestingly, there are no formal border posts or barriers between Leticia and Tabatinga; you can walk freely between them, experiencing a seamless blend of Colombian and Brazilian culture. However, to proceed legally, you must get your passport stamped at the official immigration offices in each respective city. You will need to visit the Migración Colombia office in Leticia to get your exit stamp, and then, after your boat ride, find the small Peruvian immigration office in Santa Rosa to receive your entry stamp. This multi-step process in a remote jungle setting makes it a truly unique and memorable border crossing experience.