Skip the crowded public ferries and book a private boat tour to explore the narrow channels where locals live on stilt houses. Puerto de Frutos is mostly overpriced kitsch, so prioritize drifting through the quiet river greenery over browsing market stalls. Arrive before 9 AM to dodge the chaotic weekend commuter lines. Four hours is the perfect window for a trip. Bring heavy-duty bug spray, or you will regret it once you hit the riverbanks.
