Best hotels in Tambopata

Tucked away in a 17,000-hectare private ecological concession neighbouring biodiversity hotspot Tambopata National Reserve, this eco-lodge offers a full Amazon immersion in a jungle-chic setting. Perched on the meandering Madre de Dios, the lodge and surrounding area is heaven for naturalists - close to 550 bird species have been observed around the hotel grounds alone, and waking up to the sound of howler monkeys is pretty much the norm. So, get into full David Attenborough mode, don your rubber boots, and discover the unbelievable wildlife hidden in the trails, canopy bridges, wetlands and waterways of the Amazon...

Posada Amazonas is one of a kind: owned by the local Ese’Eja Infierno community and managed in partnership with Rainforest expeditions, the lodge successfully brings together responsible tourism and local culture. The setting is a 9,500-hectare communal reserve of unspoiled rainforest on the banks of the Tambopata river, where the birdlife is abundant and monkeys swing through the property’s trees as the sun rises and sets. With endless excursions on offer, laid-back but high-quality service and the opportunity to have a positive impact on a native community, this is bound to be an unforgettable - and meaningful - Amazon experience.

As you make your way along the Tambopata river and leave Puerto Maldonado behind, you’ll feel the pace of life slowing down. A 2-hour scenic boat ride - plenty of wildlife spotting! - is the perfect introduction to this deluxe refuge, tucked away in a 200-hectare private reserve within the buffer zone of Tambopata National Reserve. The surrounding rainforest is exuberant, facilities are top-notch, food and cocktails are yummy and the wildlife and science-focused activities make Refugio Amazonas a great pick for both nature lovers and adventurous families. And don’t forget to bring your binoculars. They’re sure to come in handy...

The Tambopata Research Centre is one of the most treasured Amazon stays. Location within the Tambopata Nature Reserve in Peru’s southern Amazon, there's a 2.5-hour scenic boat trip into the jungle just to get to the lodge - but it’s worth it in every way. Once there, enjoy one a magical and completely immersive nature experience in a lodge celebrated for its role in conservation and research. Spot elusive local flora and fauna as the guides lead you through remote corners of the world’s most biodiverse rainforest, then head back to repose in comfort, jungle cocktail in hand.

Lodge in Amazon Peru. The Lodge in the Peruvian Amazon is one of the favorites in the area, because the tours in the Amazon provide visitors with a unique experience, either taking part of the Cayman safari or visiting the fascinating Sandoval Lake, they also offer you the opportunity to visit a family of natives of the Machiguenga ethnic group or visit the Taricaya center, where you can observe a variety of different species of animals.