Tahuayo Lodge (Amazonia Expeditions) - Office

I stayed for 11 days between Tahuayo Lodge and the Research Centre. I can't recommend it highly enough I had such an amazing time. I saw so many animals, birds and insects: some really close. My personal guide, Claudio, was amazing, he could see and hear wildlife that I had no idea were there. We'd be quietly canoeing and he'd point at a branch and say - 'There's a sloth' or name a bird species, and, after a while of staring, I'd eventually see what he could see. Or he'd hear a distant sound, which I could hardly hear, and say 'Monkeys!'. And, from the slight noise, he'd say what species they were and we'd quickly paddle to try and catch a sighting of them, often successfully! His knowledge of the area and ecology was so deep, and his stories were fascinating. He grew up in a nearby village so was in harmony with the forest. To be fair to the other staff they all had a deep knowledge of the forest and many of them were from nearby villages. This really gave an extra special feel to the whole trip. The food was also delicious - breakfast, lunch and dinner. Whether it was a buffet in the dining room, or a packed lunch because I was out for the whole day. All very tasty. The 2 BBQ's in the forest were a treat, especially the traditional one were the only things we took with us was the food and some matches! (I went in the wet season so there was no chance of the fire spreading.) One of the great things about this trip is that I knew that my money was helping local communities to have employment and keep their culture alive: which the staff were kind enough and happy to share with me. Last, but not least, Amazonia Expeditions has created a Foundation to support health and education in the local area e.g. building a hospital and schools. I have been to jungle lodges in the south of Peru. Tahuayo Lodge and the Research Centre are definitely the best I've been to. It's not just that it's deeper into the forest, it's the people who work at Amazonia Expeditions and the companies philosophy.

This has been by far the best trip in our lives. From the moment we arrived, my wife and I felt incredibly welcomed at both lodges: the Tahuayo Lodge and the Amazon Research Centre. The trip planning process was seamless; communication with Paul and Edward was excellent. Once there, the entire staff at both lodges and all the guides were superb, truly making us feel at home. A special mention must go to our boatman, Wilmer, who has an incredible ability to spot even the smallest animals and recognize tracks – his keen eye was amazing! And finally, to our guide, Herzog, who is a true legend. He's not only an expert in local fauna, knowing the scientific names of hundreds of species, but also incredibly dedicated. From our very first meeting, he made sure we could spot the species we were hoping to observe. He made tireless efforts to ensure we saw some of the most iconic species in the Peruvian rainforest, and also helped us discover many impressive species that were completely unknown to us. We strongly recommend both the Tahuayo Lodge and the Amazon Research Centre. The latter is an absolute "must" for anyone passionate about wildlife! We are so glad we visited both areas and experienced their unique offerings. We will certainly repeat this incredible experience.

My second time going which says A lot. My home away from home, deep in the Amazon Jungle. I requested Javier once again. Simply the best Guide you could ever ask for. Paul and Dolly are simply amazing, as well as every staff member. Thanks again for a wonderful Experience!

I wanted to spend time in the Amazon River for many years, and finally got the chance to do it this year. Amazonia Expeditions delivered an experience that I will never forget. My private guide, Aladino, was unbelievable! He grew up in a local village there and knew how summon any animal. He started everyday offering me the choice of what I wanted to do for the day. Truly a wonderful experience! I added the 3-day Machu Picchu visit before visiting the Amazon and it was equally fantastic! I will definitely be booking with Amazonia Expeditions again in the future.

From the moment I arrived, everything was over and above my expectations: the beautiful rainforest, welcoming hospitality of your employees, and amazing environment. The guides were terrific. They were experts in spotting wildlife, knowledgeable about the environment, and willing to share traditional ecological knowledge with us. I learned so much, and I felt safe and looked after every moment. The food was another highlight—delicious, fresh, and flavorful! Every meal was great, and I was impressed by how much variety and care went into it (especially the presentation of the dishes in the ARC). I was impressed with the facilities. Considering that we are deep in the forest, the comfort and cleanliness made me feel at home. It was all well arranged for a relaxing experience. Thank you for the great job that you do conserving the Amazon and offering a space to enjoy it's beauty

We absolutely LOVED the experience at the lodge and cannot recommend it enough. Everything was spectacular and we had a lot of fun, saw countless animals, birds, frogs, fungi! We swam in the Amazon river! Our guide Lander was the best guide I’ve ever had, he was personable, knowledgeable and just made the whole experience beyond amazing! Loved everything about our trip here and cannot recommend it enough!

I can’t speak enough of the warmth we experienced from the staff at both, the Tahuayo lode as well as the American research Centre. The private guides assigned to each party makes everything perfect and we can do everything at our own pace and based off our own interests. And really, the amount of time you spend with them, they become friends that you can chill and chat with at the end of the day. Ronald was the friend :) assigned to us. His knowledge on fauna and flora left us in awe. His story telling skills, cooking skills, survival skills defined our experiences. He never promised but always delivered on everything that we wanted to see. AND help take pictures. The canoe ride and the night safari were my favorites. Following the red howler and finding him was one surreal experience. The Pygmy monkeys, the dart frogs, the tarantula, the baby anaconda, piranhas, and so much more…everything was next level. And Ronald made it all happen. Food and desserts and popcorn time was something that we looked forward to. It was comfort food, yet fancy and a different experience every meal! Made friends easily with other guests - sharing stories and interests and finds of the day. Will I visit again? Yes! Maybe during the wet season for a different experience. Thank you to everyone who made this a memorable trip!

From beginning to end, Amazonia Expeditions at Tahuayo Lodge made our trip incredible. The pick up from Iquitos was seamless, and we were welcomed at the lodge with a cold towel and delicious purple corn juice. We stayed for 10 days total, and each day was a new adventure. Our guide, Fernando, was very knowledgeable about all the flora and fauna of the rainforest. He could spot an animal from a mile away and tell us its behaviors, diet, relationships, and local beliefs surrounding it. Our room at the lodge was also very comfortable and every meal was delicious. I would recommend Tahuayo Lodge to anyone intwerested in traveling to the Amazon!