Mocoa
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Mocoa is the capital of the Putumayo department in southern Colombia.
Understand
Situated just east of the Andes and on multiple bus routes, Mocoa is a gateway to the western Colombian Amazon.
Get in
By bus
Accessible by bus from Pitalito/San Agustín and Pasto, as well as from Ecuador via the San Miguel border crossing.By Plane
There is an airport in Villagarzón and a bigger airport in Puerto Asís.Get around
The town is small enough to explore on foot. The main square and center of the city are uphill from the bus station. For other nearby destinations, there are colectivos every few minutes on the main roads. If you are alone and look like a traveler, hitchhiking short distances can be quite easy, mainly on motorcycles.
See
El fin del mundoThe most popular destination near Mocoa: a big waterfall in the jungle. The highlight is looking over the edge to the pool far below, as well as various swimming holes.
HornoyacoA less popular, but impressive alternative to el Fin del mundo.
Eat
The local specialties are various freshwater fish and jungle fruits.
There is a large market right next to the bus station.
There is a large market right next to the bus station.
Sleep
There are many reasonably priced hotels in the city itself, mainly around the bus station and square.
La Casa del RioA backpackers' hostel just outside of Mocoa, close to many of the popular hikes in the area.
Go next
- Pasto via el trampolín de la muerte
- San Agustín
- Puerto Asís