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What to do at Refugio Amazonas ecolodge in Tambopata
Refugio Amazonas Lodge in Tambopata serves as the gateway to the mysterious Peruvian Amazon. Welcome, you’ve made the perfect choice, and now the question arises: what to do at Refugio Amazonas?
Picture this, just 2 hours from Puerto Maldonado, with a journey comprising 1 hour of road travel and another gliding along the Tambopata River. Nestled in 200 hectares of protected chestnut tree forests cared for by Rainforest Expeditions, the lodge sits in this enchanting corner.
Ceiba Trees around Refugio Amazonas – Photo by Carlos Gonzales
And no, we’re not talking about chestnut plantations, but rather natural forests where these trees grow freely, essential for the local fauna, such as the curious Brown Agouti. This rodent, the size of a domestic cat, plays a crucial role in spreading chestnut seeds. Can you imagine crossing paths with it as it strolls through the gardens of Refugio Amazonas?
By the way, Refugio Amazonas was the filming location for one of the episodes of the documentary Tiny World, available on Apple TV+. If you haven’t watched it yet, now is a great time before your trip.
But let’s delve into the experiences awaiting you at this eco-lodge in Peru. How many activities can you enjoy in a day? Typically, between 3 and 4, depending on your preferences and energy.
What to do at Refugio Amazonas?
Unmissable activities include the Canopy tower, Lake Condenado, the Macaw clay lick, and the night walk. But that’s just the beginning.
Discover the mammal clay lick, where a few years ago, we had an active harpy eagle nest. The harpy eagle family displayed great cunning by placing their nest right above a mammal clay lick visited by monkeys, rodents, and more.
Embark on a walk to the Ceiba. Remember those gigantic trees from your childhood tales or recent nature documentaries on BBC or Apple TV? Well, this is your chance to see them live. This experience will undoubtedly make you feel like you’re inside a documentary.
If you’re traveling with family or friends, join the fire circle. This activity is perfect for winding down the night, perhaps with some wine, while listening to the captivating stories of the Amazon.
And if you’re keen on experiencing local culture, don’t miss the visit to an authentic local farm. In Peru, ‘chacras’ are lands dedicated to agriculture, often featuring fruits like papaya, cacao, and bananas in the Amazon.
But the adventure doesn’t end there. Immerse yourself in citizen science projects with the Wired Amazon Program developed at Refugio Amazonas. Set up camera traps to spy on mammals with AmazonCam, fly a drone from the canopy tower for unique photos with Aerobotany, and collaborate with researchers in the quest on Discovering new species. Can you imagine discovering a new tiger moth and naming it after yourself? Although the naming process is meticulous, 17 species have already been discovered and named by travelers at Refugio Amazonas.
Our expert guide emphasizes that this place is the perfect choice for adventurous souls seeking authentic experiences without sacrificing comfort, as well as families with older children. The infrastructure and services of Refugio Amazonas will complement your experience, creating unforgettable memories in the Peruvian Amazon.
Get ready to immerse yourself in the natural wonder of Tambopata and experience a luxurious adventure at Refugio Amazonas Lodge, where adventure meets conservation.
By Rocio Guzman
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What our guest say
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- Valuation Excellent
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The lodge is located in the middle of the forest accessible only by boat. The experience was very unique and exciting. Service is great, and the fun part are the nature activities and tours the hotel offers for free. We had an amazing tour guide that had a lot of knowledge and was fun to spend time with. The rooms are totally open to the forest which is really cool the struggle is the there is no privacy at all in between the rooms, also food was pretty basic. All together a very unique experience. Read all
This hotel is the perfect blend of comfort and hospitality, with the natural experience. The hotel is reached by a hours boat ride from Puerto Maldonado, expertly organized and accomplished. Most staff are members of the local Esa Ejja community. The food is good and plentiful. Hot water is always available and lovely bedding features mosquito nets. There is of course no air conditioning (one side wall is open in rach room) and the electricity is off for a few hours at night affecting overhead fans, so I was glad to have brought a small battery powered fan for sleeping. But the best of the experience is the wildlife. Our expert guide Oscar Mishaja introduced us to nearly 100 bird species, along with caimans, river otters, poison dart frogs and capybara. A trip of a lifetime. Read all
Excellent experience overall— really kind and welcoming staff at every point of the journey. All transfers were well organized and smooth. Excellent and educational excursions all around the rainforest. Delicious food for every meal. We had wonderful guides- Freet and Alvaro. Enjoyed our time here! Read all
We had a surreal experience at Refugio Amazonas. From the well organized transportation to the warm welcome, hospitality and the experience of living in nature - we loved it all. Huge shout out to our guide Boris who went out of his way to ensure we had a good experience and got to watch all kinds of wild life. The meals and cocktails were delicious. And even though this place is smack in the middle of the jungle there was super fast WiFi available. We made unforgettable memories. Read all
We had an amazing time in TRC. From the guide, tours, lounge staff, food and room, everything has exceeded our expectation and like an amazing dream came true. We highly recommend to directly book with the lounge website, so that you got a private guide for your group. Special thanks to our guide Saul, who made this experience extra special! We were so impressed by his knowledge about all the animals and the rainforest. Read all
We had an amazing time in TRC. From the guide, tours, lounge staff, food and room, everything has exceeded our expectation and like an amazing dream came true. This is the only lounge available in Tambopata national park, and this eco lounge takes environment seriously. We highly recommend to directly book with the lounge website, so that you got a private guide for your group. Special thanks to our guide Saul, who made this experience extra special! We were so impressed by his knowledge about all the animals and the rainforest. If you are a natural lover, you can’t miss this place Read all
Excellent and luxurious place, wonderful experience and our guide Boris was first class, he had a unique patience with my 8 year old son. An experience in the tropical rainforest that marks the life of its visitors. In addition to the scientific research that takes place in the place: a whole research center. Rooms: Very comfortable and luxuriou Read all
El mejor hotel para visitar la Amazonia peruana. Hotel eco turístico metido en medio de la selva, equipado para visitar y vivir la selva, su flora y fauna, en todas sus facetas. Todo incluido, con guías preparados y amables, resultó una experiencia increíble para mi familia. Dentro de las opciones no se debe perder el Canopy de 45 metros de altura para observar y escuchar la selva, así como el lago de las tres Chimbadas, lugar único para ver caimanes, nutrias gigantes, monos y aves exóticas. Recomiendo mínimo dos noches!!! Read all
Wunderbare lodge mit freundlichen Menschen. sehr persönliche guides, tolle Tourangebote und super kulinarische Verpflegung ! Wir wurden herzlichst von Caesar empfangen und unser guide JuanJo hat uns phantastische Dinge gezeigt. Wir können die lodge nur wärmstens empfehlen! Read all
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