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Top Things to Do in Tarapoto

We compared all 14 experiences in Tarapoto so you can choose in minutes: real prices, verified reviews and our editorial picks.

★4.7 14 experiences from US$ 27 ✓Free cancellation on most experiences

Must-do experiences

Blue Lagoon Tarapoto: Raft crossing, boat trip & swim
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Most booked
Blue Lagoon Tarapoto: Raft crossing, boat trip & swimDepart your Tarapoto hotel at 8:30 a.m. to raft across the Huallaga River and boat through the Blue Lagoon, with swimming and lunch along the way.
5 reviews
5.00★
Duration
9h
Every day
08:30
Live guide ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 39per person
Pishurayacu Waterfall & Hot Springs tour from Tarapoto
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★Top rated
Pishurayacu Waterfall & Hot Springs tour from TarapotoHike through Tarapoto jungle to a 30-meter waterfall for swimming, then relax in natural hot springs on this seven-hour tour with hotel pickup.
4 reviews
4.50★
Duration
7h
Every day
09:30
Live guide ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 39per person
Carpishoyacu Falls & San José Thermal Baths tour from Tarapoto
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Best value
Carpishoyacu Falls & San José Thermal Baths tour from TarapotoDay tour from Tarapoto to Carpishoyacu waterfall and San José thermal baths with guide, lunch and hotel pickup. Swim in both the falls and the warm mineral waters.
3 reviews
4.33★
Duration
8h
Every dayLive guide EN · ESPickup optionalInstant confirmationfromUS$ 34per person

Recommended (7)

Alto Mayo Valley tour: River, orchids, thermal baths
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Travelers' pick
Alto Mayo Valley tour: River, orchids, thermal baths
1 review
5.00★
Duration
12h
fromUS$ 66per person
Tarapoto Pishurayacu Waterfall: Rainforest hike and hot springs
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Tarapoto Pishurayacu Waterfall: Rainforest hike and hot springs
Duration
8h
Every day
09:00
fromUS$ 45US$ 36per person
Lamas Castle and Native Village Tour from Tarapoto
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Lamas Castle and Native Village Tour from Tarapoto
Duration
4h
Every day
15:00
fromUS$ 35US$ 28per person
Tarapoto Half-Day Tour: Chocolate, Cigars & Wildlife Rescue
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Tarapoto Half-Day Tour: Chocolate, Cigars & Wildlife Rescue
Duration
3h
start times · Every day
2
fromUS$ 45US$ 41per person
Tarapoto Waterfall Tour: Salto de las Brujas & Turquoise Pools
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Tarapoto Waterfall Tour: Salto de las Brujas & Turquoise Pools
Duration
8h
Every day
09:00
fromUS$ 50US$ 40per person
Alto Shilcayo Hike Tarapoto: Rainforest & Views
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Alto Shilcayo Hike Tarapoto: Rainforest & Views
Duration
7h
Every day
08:30
fromUS$ 95US$ 86per person
Santa Elena Waterfall Tour Tarapoto: Cave Descent & Canoe
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Santa Elena Waterfall Tour Tarapoto: Cave Descent & Canoe
Duration
14h
Every day
03:00
fromUS$ 170US$ 136per person

More options (3)

Ahuashiyacu Waterfall Tour: Swim in Natural Pool, Tarapoto
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Ahuashiyacu Waterfall Tour: Swim in Natural Pool, TarapotoHalf-day tour from Tarapoto to Ahuashiyacu Waterfall in Cordillera Escalera with hotel pickup and professional guide. Swim in the natural pool fed by a 40-meter cascade.
Duration
3h
Every day
10:00
Live guide ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 28per person
Lamas tour from Tarapoto: Three-level town and Amazon views
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Travelers' pick
Lamas tour from Tarapoto: Three-level town and Amazon viewsFour-hour guided tour of Lamas from Tarapoto with hotel pickup, exploring the Plaza Mayor, medieval castle and Quechua community in the foothills above the Amazon.
Duration
4h
Every day
15:00
Live guide ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 27per person
Blue Lagoon Full Day Tour from Tarapoto: Rainforest & Swim
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Blue Lagoon Full Day Tour from Tarapoto: Rainforest & SwimFull-day tour from Tarapoto to Blue Lagoon with hotel pickup, Huallaga River crossing, guided boat tour and regional lunch included.
Duration
10h
Every day
07:30
Live guide ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 51per person

Tarapoto at a glance ✓ 2026-11-03

  • Most booked: Blue Lagoon Tarapoto: Raft crossing, boat trip & swim, US$ 39 (9h, 5.00★ · 5).
  • Top rated: Pishurayacu Waterfall & Hot Springs tour from Tarapoto, US$ 39 (7h, 4.50★ · 4).
  • Best value: Carpishoyacu Falls & San José Thermal Baths tour from Tarapoto, US$ 34 (8h, 4.33★ · 3).

Of the 14 experiences: 13 with free cancellation, 14 with instant confirmation, 14 with hotel pickup and 10 bookable last-minute.

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