Posada Amazonas

Of all the lodges in this area, the excursions offered at Posada Amazonas are the most varied, and its guides are knowledgeable and skilled. Two small clay licks near the lodge attract colourful parakeets, making for a memorable visit at dawn.

The 18 standard and 12 superior guest rooms are nicely decorated and occupy 5 longhouse blocks connected by raised boardwalks; each room is separate, but inside spaces are divided by cotton curtains instead of doors. Above is a loft space open to the steeply-pitched thatch roof. There are no windows: you will hear all the sounds of the jungle's nocturnal life during the night, but will be safe and sound under your mosquito net.

Each room has en suite hot water shower and toilet, and a hammock. The generator serves the kitchen only, but kerosene lamps are brought to your room each evening.

The lodge has won an award for its innovative family programme – children will have a wonderful experience here, both adventurous and educational.