Pishurayacu Waterfall & Hot Springs tour from Tarapoto

Jungle hike, waterfall swim, and thermal springs in one day

A seven-hour tour from Tarapoto combines a guided jungle walk to Pishurayacu Waterfall, a 30-meter cascade where you swim, with a midday soak in the San Jose Hot Springs. Hotel pickup, round-trip transport and a Spanish-speaking guide are included. The day ends back in Tarapoto by 4:30 p.m. Children from age 4 are welcome.

The experience

The tour starts with a 9:30 a.m. pickup from your hotel or a central meeting point in Tarapoto. A light jungle hike through Amazonian vegetation leads to Pishurayacu Waterfall by 10:30 a.m., where the 30-meter cascade drops into a pool. You can swim in the water, take photographs and move at your own pace around the falls before the group heads to the hot springs.

By 1 p.m., you arrive at the San Jose Hot Springs, a quiet natural pool set in the jungle where the warm water lets you relax for the rest of the afternoon. The return journey to Tarapoto begins around 4:30 p.m., ending the day back where you started. Your guide stays with the group throughout, and all transport between sites is covered.

What’s included

• Jungle hike through Amazonian vegetation.
• visit to Pishurayacu Waterfall with swimming time.
• visit to San Jose Hot Springs.
• round-trip transport from Tarapoto.
• Spanish-speaking guide for the full day.
• hotel pickup from central Tarapoto locations.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:30

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (18 to 64 years) · Senior (65 and older) · Youth (11 to 17 years) · Child (4 to 10 years) · Under 4: can't be booked

GroupUp to 15

Live guideSpanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 24 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Paid on siteUS$ 2.86

Prices and times updated 11 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPets welcome

Operated by iPeruano

Is this one for you?The seven-hour schedule fits a full day without an early start, leaving time to explore Tarapoto in the morning or evening. Bring swimwear and a change of clothes for both the waterfall and the hot springs, and wear sturdy shoes for the jungle hike.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (11 to 17 years); Child (4 to 10 years). Children under 4 can't be included in the booking.

How far is the hike to Pishurayacu Waterfall?

The hike is described as light and takes about 30 minutes from the start point to reach the waterfall, moving through jungle terrain with Amazonian vegetation.

Can I swim at Pishurayacu Waterfall?

Yes, you can swim in the pool at the base of the waterfall after arriving at 10:30 a.m. The water is clear and the site gives you time to swim and take pictures before moving on to the hot springs.

What are the San Jose Hot Springs like?

The San Jose Hot Springs are a natural thermal pool in a quiet jungle setting where you can relax and soak in the warm water for several hours in the afternoon.

Is lunch included in the tour?

Food and beverages are not included. You may want to bring snacks or arrange a meal during the midday break at the hot springs.

What time does the tour end?

The tour returns to Tarapoto by 4:30 p.m., when you are dropped back at your hotel or the original meeting point.