Best Amazon Lodges in Puerto Maldonado for Wildlife & Comfort

If you want to experience the Peruvian Amazon without sacrificing comfort, Puerto Maldonado is your ideal gateway. This region offers some of the best lodges in the Amazon, perfectly blending immersive wildlife experiences with cozy accommodations.

What Makes a Great Amazon Lodge?

• Location: Lodges nestled deep in the jungle or near oxbow lakes provide the best wildlife viewing.
• Comfort: Comfortable cabins or bungalows with amenities like hot showers, insect screens, and delicious meals.
• Guides: Knowledgeable naturalist guides who bring the jungle to life.
• Activities: Night walks, boat trips, canopy towers, and educational programs.​

Top Lodges Near Puerto Maldonado

• Inkaterra Reserva Amazónica: Known for its eco-friendly design, this lodge offers guided tours in a private reserve, canopy walks, and night excursions. Ideal for families and nature lovers alike.
• Tambopata Research Center: A more rustic yet incredible option for wildlife enthusiasts. Located in a pristine rainforest, it offers unparalleled birdwatching and night walks.
• Refugio Amazonas: Combines comfort with access to a vast private reserve. It’s famous for its large macaw clay lick, a must-see spectacle.​

When to Go

The dry season (May to October) offers easier trails and more comfortable conditions, but the rainy season brings lush greenery and more active wildlife.

Why Book with Machulas Journey?

We carefully select lodges that meet high standards of sustainability and guest experience. Our team arranges seamless transfers from Puerto Maldonado and customizes your itinerary to match your interests — whether that’s spotting elusive jaguars, listening to the rainforest symphony, or simply relaxing in a hammock.

With Machulas Journey, your Amazon lodge stay is more than just accommodation — it’s the heart of your jungle adventure.