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Southern Peruvian Amazon

Tambopata Research Center

A complete immersion in nature

A remote ecolodge in one of the world's most biodiverse natural reserve

Tambopata Research Center stands as one of the most secluded jungle lodges in the Amazon, offering an unparalleled connection to nature. Deep within the rainforest, this lodge boasts 28 comfortable rooms and suites, each opening out to the vibrant jungle, allowing you to immerse yourself in this diverse ecosystem even during your downtime.

In the main lodge building, you’ll find a lobby bar, a soothing massage room and a communal dining area where buffet meals blend international, Peruvian and local cuisines to delight your taste buds.

Surrounded by pristine wilderness, the Tambopata Research Center offers incredible opportunities for wildlife encounters. Sightings of monkeys, exotic birds and larger species like jaguars and herds of peccaries are frequent. Guided hikes led by knowledgeable biologists take you through a variety of habitats, from swamps to elevated walkways through the forest. A must-see is the nearby clay licks that attract vibrant macaws, providing a spectacular display of nature. Researchers at the centre are often available to share insights about their work, offering a deeper understanding of this remarkable environment.

Highlights

An all-inclusive stay with a set of excursions and activities, as well as all meals

Enjoy direct access to Tambopata National Reserve and Bahuaja Sonene National Park

Spot jaguars on your way to the lodge

Wake up to the sounds of the jungle

See two of the most important clay licks in the region

Explore the Peruvian Amazon and marvel at its diversity

Your stay helps support groundbreaking conservation research

The impact of your stay:

  • As a guest, your stay helps to contribute to Tambopata Research Center’s efforts in conserving one of the Amazon’s largest pristine rainforests. This area, home to species like tapirs, jaguars, giant otters, harpy eagles and various macaws, features a rare combination of lowland, foothill and cloud forests, along with wet savannahs.
  • The lodge is part of Rainforest Expeditions, dedicated to Amazon conservation through ecotourism. Their Wired Amazon Programme collaborates with academic institutions to protect biodiversity, discover new species and identify existing ones.
  • Staying at the lodge helps fund the Wired Amazon Programme, allowing global citizen scientists to use cutting-edge technology and deepen their connection with the Amazon, making a significant impact on environmental sustainability.
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