What is the cheapest way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Tambopata?

The cheapest way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Tambopata is to bus which costs $400 - $650 and takes 2 days 10h.

What is the fastest way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Tambopata?

The fastest way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Tambopata is to fly which takes 10h 13m and costs $330 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Rio de Janeiro and Tambopata?

No, there is no direct bus from Rio de Janeiro to Tambopata. However, there are services departing from Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio and arriving at Puerto Maldonado via Rodoviária de Rondonópolis and Cuiabá, Terminal Rodoviário. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 10h.

How far is it from Rio de Janeiro to Tambopata?

The distance between Rio de Janeiro and Tambopata is 3002 km. The road distance is 4076.5 km.

How do I travel from Rio de Janeiro to Tambopata without a car?

The best way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Tambopata without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 10h and costs $400 - $650.

How long does it take to get from Rio de Janeiro to Tambopata?

It takes approximately 10h 13m to get from Rio de Janeiro to Tambopata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rio de Janeiro to Tambopata bus from?

Rio de Janeiro to Tambopata bus services, operated by UTIL, depart from Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio station.

Bus or fly from Rio de Janeiro to Tambopata?

The best way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Tambopata is to fly which takes 10h 13m and costs $330 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $400 - $650 and takes 2 days 10h.

Where does the Rio de Janeiro to Tambopata bus arrive?

Rio de Janeiro to Tambopata bus services, operated by UTIL, arrive at Rodoviária de Rondonópolis station.

What is the time difference between Rio de Janeiro and Tambopata?

Tambopata is 2h behind Rio de Janeiro. It is currently 10:59 PM in Rio de Janeiro and 8:59 PM in Tambopata.

Can I drive from Rio de Janeiro to Tambopata?

Yes, the driving distance between Rio de Janeiro to Tambopata is 4077 km. It takes approximately 2 days 8h to drive from Rio de Janeiro to Tambopata.

Where can I stay near Tambopata?

There are 55+ hotels available in Tambopata.

Rio de Janeiro to Tambopata - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Rio de Janeiro to Tambopata by plane, bus, or car

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Fly from Santos Dumont Airport
best
1. Fly from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) to Puerto Maldonado (PEM)plane SDU - PEM
10h 13m
$337–802
Fly from Rio De Janeiro–Galeão International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Rio De Janeiro–Galeão International Airport (GIG) to Puerto Maldonado (PEM)plane GIG - PEM
11h 35m
$311–926
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio to Rodoviária de Rondonópolisbus
2. Take the bus from Rodoviária de Rondonópolis to Cuiabá, Terminal Rodoviáriobus
3. Take the bus from Cuiabá, Terminal Rodoviário to Puerto Maldonadobus
2d 10h
$407–643
Drive 4,076.5 km
1. Drive from Rio de Janeiro to Tambopatacar 4,076.5 km
2d 8h
$613–885

Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) to Puerto Maldonado (PEM) flights

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14h 42mAverage Duration

$317Cheapest Price

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Distance: 3,001.7 km
Duration: 10h 13m

What companies run services between Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and Tambopata, Madre de Dios, Peru?

LATAM Chile and Gol Transportes Aéreos fly from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) to Puerto Maldonado (PEM) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio to Tambopata via Rodoviária de Rondonópolis, Cuiabá, Terminal Rodoviário, and Puerto Maldonado in around 2d 10h.

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