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Puerto Ocopa

Visit Puerto Ocopa for a half‑day stop to see the Amazon river junction; add one night if you need a rest before heading downstream.

Puerto Ocopa is a small river port at the confluence of the Río Tambo in the Peruvian Amazon. It is reachable by a 12‑hour bus from Lima or by boat from Satipo. The settlement offers basic lodging and serves as a gateway to downstream trips on the Ucayali River. Because services are limited, a brief visit (half a day) is usually enough unless you plan to continue by boat, in which case an overnight stay is advisable.

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Best months
May–Oct (dry season, roads more reliable)
avoid Nov–Apr (heavy rains can close the road)
Airport
No airport at Puerto Ocopa (NONE)
Nights
0–1

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This is a basic guide for Puerto Ocopa: no airport-to-bed path, walking clusters or day plans yet. Fares and schedules here are unverified. What this page does cover
Rules in force · 7Above 2,500 m (Bogotá, Quito, Cusco, La Paz) keep the fir…
  • South America ↗Above 2,500 m (Bogotá, Quito, Cusco, La Paz) keep the first day light; sleep lower where you can (Sacred Valley before Cusco) and descend if headache comes with vomiting or confusion.
  • South America ↗A yellow fever certificate is required on arrival in French Guiana, and asked for on some routes into Bolivia, Paraguay, Suriname and Guyana, or when arriving from Amazon areas — vaccinate at least 10 days before travel and carry the card.
  • South America ↗Overnight buses are the norm in Argentina, Chile and Peru, but pick top-tier companies and keep valuables on your body; on-board thefts from overhead racks are the common loss.
  • Peru ↗Check entry rules for your passport with Peru's migration authority (Migraciones) or a Peruvian consulate; keep the entry record you receive, as hotels may ask for it.
  • Peru ↗Machu Picchu entry is by timed ticket for a named circuit, with daily caps; in high season tickets sell out weeks or months ahead. Buy tickets only from the official Ministry of Culture seller or a licensed agency.
  • Peru ↗The classic Inca Trail needs a permit booked through a licensed operator, often months ahead; the trail closes every February for maintenance.
  • Peru ↗Altitude sickness is common above 2,500 m: ascend gradually, rest on day one, and ask a doctor before travel if you have heart or lung conditions.

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  • Walking areas with bag rules
  • Day plans checked against opening hours
  • Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
  • Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Puerto Ocopa105 ▾

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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost

Essentials

Quick answers and what things cost

Quick answers

The questions people ask first about Puerto Ocopa, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.

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DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works

Decide

What it is known for, and when the weather works

At a glance

What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.

River junction of Río TamboAccess point to Amazon boat routes
Airports
none No airport at Puerto Ocopa (Nearest air service is at Satipo (check); most travellers arrive by road from Satipo or Lima, or by boat on the Río Tambo.)

Map of Puerto Ocopa

Where it is, and the guides within about 120 km.

SatipoPichanakiAtalayaLa MercedVilla Rica

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  • Puerto Ocopa
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Best months at a glance

From the guide's best and avoid lists

  1. Jan

    Avoid

    32°C (90°F)

  2. Feb

    Avoid

    31°C (88°F)

  3. Mar

    Avoid

    31°C (88°F)

  4. Apr

    Avoid

    31°C (88°F)

  5. May

    Best

    31°C (88°F)

  6. Jun

    Best

    31°C (88°F)

  7. Jul

    Best

    31°C (88°F)

  8. Aug

    Best

    32°C (90°F)

  9. Sep

    Best

    32°C (90°F)

  10. Oct

    Best

    32°C (90°F)

  11. Nov

    Avoid

    32°C (90°F)

  12. Dec

    Avoid

    32°C (90°F)

Best: May–Oct. Avoid: Nov–Apr. Month by month →

Warmest Jan (32°C (90°F)), coolest Jul (17°C (63°F) low), wettest Jan (18 rain days), driest Jul (5). Averages, not a forecast.

Weather and climate

Forecast from Open-Meteo · averages rounded

Puerto Ocopa: next 7 days

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Air quality

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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.

Jan

32°C (90°F)

22°C (72°F)

18 rd

Feb

31°C (88°F)

22°C (72°F)

17 rd

Mar

31°C (88°F)

21°C (70°F)

16 rd

Apr

31°C (88°F)

20°C (68°F)

12 rd

May

31°C (88°F)

19°C (66°F)

9 rd

Jun

31°C (88°F)

18°C (64°F)

6 rd

Jul

31°C (88°F)

17°C (63°F)

5 rd

Aug

32°C (90°F)

18°C (64°F)

5 rd

Sep

32°C (90°F)

19°C (66°F)

7 rd

Oct

32°C (90°F)

20°C (68°F)

11 rd

Nov

32°C (90°F)

21°C (70°F)

14 rd

Dec

32°C (90°F)

22°C (72°F)

17 rd

High / low, both scales · rd = rain days

Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in

Arrive & move

Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in

Getting around

Limited to walking in town, boat trips on the Río Tambo, or road travel to Satipo and La Merced.

Nearest full guides

Straight-line distance, not travel time

See & doDay-trips, door to door

See & do

Day-trips, door to door

Day-trips

Door-to-door, not ride time

Satipo

go

Door to door: ≈2 h

Bus or taxi from Puerto Ocopa, about 1–2 h on road

Road connection; check bus schedule.

La Merced

caution

Door to door: ≈4 h from Puerto Ocopa

Road via Satipo, bus from Lima passes through

Longer road, may be affected by rain.

Pucallpa

skip

Door to door: 2–5 d

Downstream boat on Río Ucayali, 2–5 days depending on conditions

Very long; consider flying from Lima instead.

Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in

Eat & sleep

Which area to sleep in

Where to sleep

Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.

Local lodges

Basic rooms, often shared bathrooms; book ahead if arriving by boat.

PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card

Practical

What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card

Cost per day

2026 estimate, excluding the bed unless stated
Budget
S/30–50 excl. bed
Mid
S/50–80 excl. bed

Trip budget

2026 estimate · converts to your currency
Basic lodge room1 × 1 night × PEN 25PEN 25
Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × PEN 30PEN 30
Bus Lima → Puerto Ocopa (one way)1 × PEN 120PEN 120
Boat Satipo → Puerto Ocopa (one way)1 × PEN 80PEN 80
Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurgePEN 26
Trip total≈ PEN 281 per person per day, bed includedPEN 281

Basic rooms, often shared bathrooms; ask on arrival.

2026 estimate in soles; flights and long-distance boat trips excluded.

Prices of common things

Meal at a local eateryS/5–12
Bottle of water (1 L)S/1–2
Boat ticket Satipo → Puerto OcopaS/80–120

2026 estimate; check locally.

Watch out

Safety

Generally safe for day visits; main risks are road closures in the rainy season and limited medical services.
  • Road can become impassable in the wet season; check conditions before traveling.
  • Facilities are basic; bring supplies if you have specific needs.

Emergency numbers

Police
105
Fire
116
SAMU ambulance
106

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My bed tonight

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A esta dirección, por favorTo this address, please

Emergency

  • Police105
  • Fire116
  • SAMU ambulance106

Embassy

US consulate in Lima; nearest Peruvian consular services are in Pucallpa (check).

My embassy: —

Fare anchors (2026 estimate)

  • Lima → Puerto Ocopa bus: about S/120, 12 h
  • Satipo → Puerto Ocopa boat: about S/80, under 1 h

Say or show

  • Disculpe — Excuse me / Sorry (disˈkulpe)
  • Gracias — Thank you (ˈɡɾasjas)
  • ¿Cuánto cuesta? — How much is it? (ˈkwanto ˈkwesta)
  • ¿Dónde está el bote? — Where is the boat? (ˈdon̪de esˈta el ˈbote)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources

Deep dive

What this guide covers so far, and its sources

Not a trip line yet

This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Puerto Ocopa. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.

What we know, and what is coming

On this page

  1. Best months: May–Oct (dry season, roads more reliable) · avoid Nov–Apr (heavy rains can close the road) · month by month →
  2. 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
  3. Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
  4. Cost per day in 2 bands
  5. 3 day-trips, door to door
  6. 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers

Coming as the guide grows

  1. An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
  2. Walking clusters with bag rules
  3. Day plans checked against opening hours
  4. Field-verified times and fares

Meanwhile

Back to Peru

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