How to get to Noel Kempff Mercado National Park?

Getting into Noel Kempff Mercado National Park is not as simple as just showing up. Usually, you need to secure a chartered scenic flight out of Santa Cruz, or you must commit to a gruelling multi-day overland and river passage during the dry season.

Because the park sits so far off, in the Amazon basin near the Brazilian border, going there on your own is incredibly difficult and honestly highly discouraged. Most visitors instead book all-inclusive expeditions via specialised tour operators in Santa Cruz, who manage the whole maze of logistics, remote lodging, and the required local guides.