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Atmospheric jungle lodge combining simplicity with relative comfort in a remote wilderness setting.

The very atmospheric Refugio Amazonas jungle lodge is often visited en route to the Tambopata Research Centre, but is well worth a stay in its own right. It is further from Puerto Maldonado than most other rainforest lodges so offers a more remote wilderness experience.

The lodge has been constructed in harmony with its isolated jungle setting, combining simplicity with relative comfort. The design takes advantage of modern eco-technology while using traditional materials such as cane, clay, palm fronds and bright polished mahogany.

The spacious rooms are open on one side, facing the forest so you feel you can almost reach out and touch the natural environment. The private bathrooms have hot and cold water, the latter is rather refreshing given the humidity.

There is also a dining room, kitchen, upstairs relaxation room, and 25m-high canopy observation tower. Electricity and Wi-Fi are available 24 hours a day in both public areas and bedrooms, but may be unreliable.

The lodge offers programmes for young people, with special activities and adventures to inspire their imagination and teach them a bit about jungle life and conservation.

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What our clients say

  • "Fantastic setting and experience. Be aware that you will definitely be disturbed by any noise from guests in adjoining rooms. Humidity very high - we unpacked our clothes and left…

    PT, London Jun 2014
  • "A beautiful place blending into the environment. Very well cared for. Helpful staff … Two full days (3 nights) gave the chance to absorb the environment though I could happily…

    DB, Nottingham Apr 2014
  • One of the highlights of our trip. Cannot fault this accommodation at all. Truely magical experience with amazing staff. Loved this place!! 

    JW, Swadlincote Sep 2017
  • “The resort was fantastic - our guide was brilliant and the guides for the tree climbing and kayaking were really helpful and made it lots of fun.”

    JH, Herts Sep 2013
  • Simply outstanding in every way. An amazing experience to stay in the heart of the Rain Forest. Our guide Jarrinson was fabulous.

    CC, Bristol Jun 2017
  • Beautiful lodge. Great food and bar with attentive bar man!   It can't be compared to normal hotel as it is just so different in jungle setting with no roads and…

    SL, Sep 2017
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Sally Dodge - Travel Expert

A former Journey Latin America tour leader, Sally spent 7 years working, travelling and living throughout Latin America before returning to the UK to help people arrange their own adventures to this wonderful destination.

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