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Municipality of Amazonas, Brazil
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Exit-stamps are given by the federal police (next door to the immigration office), NOT by the immigration office!
A snack bar
Has a beautiful garden and a romantic atmosphere. The venue is specialized in BBQ and Peruvian food and known as the best restaurant in Tabatinga.
Peruvian restaurant. Great ceviche and a good selection of Peruvian beers. A portion easily serves two.
formerly: International Bagpackers Hostel, Hotel Internacional, Travelers Jungle Home
With a dorm room and several rooms with private bath, this inn is barebones. Hotel Internacional Bagpackers does have a common kitchen and a place to hang out and share jungle tales with other travelers. Linens included. Complimentary port or airport pickup in Tabatinga, Leticia and Santa Rosa. From its terrace it offers a spectacular view on the Amazon River. Owner Tony/Miguel offers guided excursions.
The owner Osmar is a very talkative and friendly man in his 40s. He speaks Spanish and Portuguese but not English.
Immigration
Movement between all three countries' border towns is unrestricted; but of course, make sure you're stamped into the correct country if leaving the border area.e.
By boat
Boats and speed boats come upstream from Manaus in 36 hours (speedboat) to 6 days (3 days downstream). They leave at various times during the week and cost about R$ 370 (Aug 2017).
By plane
Taxis and moto-taxis abound; just avoid the taxis at the port - they overcharge 2 to 4 times. The city is pretty large, walking in the heat of the day is something one might want to think twice about.
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