Moyobamba, the City of the Orchids, is the capital of the San Martín region in northern Peru.
Since the airport is not in use, the only way to get into Moyobamba is by road. Your best option is to use a bus company. There are buses from Lima, which take 24 hours to get to Moyobamba and travel during the night. Prices vary, with the most expensive being around S/120 (soles).
The fastest way to get to Moyobamba is to fly from Lima to Tarapoto and from Tarapoto take a taxi or bus to Moyobamba. LAN Peru and LC Perú fly to Tarapoto from Lima. A taxi will cost S/25 and a bus will cost S/20. The average time from Tarapoto to Moyobamba is 2 hours. Enjoy the view on the way!
You can also arrive from Iquitos, by boat to Yurimaguas and then a bus or taxi to Tarapoto and Moyobamba. The road is winding, with several ups and downs, and it can be a problem if you are prone to motion sickness. It is otherwise breathtaking in its beauty.
You can either walk or catch a moto-taxi (a modified motorbike with three wheels and a carriage at the back for three passengers). Most journeys with a moto-taxi cost S/2.00. Some drivers may try to charge more when they see you are not from Peru. Remember to state your price before you get into the taxi.
Peruvian Amazon has a huge selection of jungle drinks, of which many many are touted as being aphrodisiacs with suggestive names to match.
Puerto Mirador Hotel, Jr. Sucre S/N (Situated outside the city centre), +51-42-562050. This 3-star hotel is the most expensive in Moyobamba. It is owned by foreigners.A restaurant is situated inside the hotel.
Marcoantonio Hotel, Jr. Pedro Canga 488, +51-42-562319.
Hostal Celis, Jr. Callao 845, +51-42-562457. 2-star
Hostal Atlanta, Jr. Alonso de Alvarado 865, +51-42-562063.
Country Club Hostal, Jr. Manuel de Aguila 667, +51-42-562110.
Hostal Royal, Jr. Alonso de Alvarado 748, +51-42-562564.
Hostal Albricias, Jr. Alonso de Alvarado 1066, +51-42-562142.
Hostal Moyobamba, Jr. Alonso de Alvarado 493, +51-42-562162.
Paraje Turístico Punta Verde, Jirón San Carlos 100 (close to the Coliseo), +5142 561822. Rustic shoestring hostel with a tasty restaurant and a great view. Lots of birds in the wooded areas. Internet available. S/10
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