Overview
San Vicente del Caguán is not a tourist destination but serves as a practical stopover when traveling between Florencia and La Macarena in Colombia's Amazon region. The town has historical significance as the former center of the demilitarized zone during peace negotiations with FARC between 1998 and 2002.
Budget Travel · Nature · Transit Hub
Before you go
Money
Local currency is Colombian pesos. ATMs may be limited; bring sufficient cash from larger cities.
Safety
Post-conflict area with former guerrilla presence. Normal precautions apply as with any small Colombian town.
Transport
Reached by road from Florencia (3 hours) or Neiva (6 hours). Eduardo Falla Solano airport has flights from Florencia.
