Buildings in harmony with the forest are constructed from local materials which allow them to blend well into the exotic setting. “Style” can be described as rustic comprising wooden, palm thatched, screened cabins without electricity. Candles and lamps are used after dark making for a relaxing natural ambiance. Solar energy is being introduced but only exists for the administration building lighting, maintenance of batteries for radio communications, and in the kitchen area for food preparation. A small generator is used minimally (to reduce noise, pollution and similar).
Libertador Tambopata Lodge has individual cabins which have a porch with hammocks, table and chairs for relaxing. They mainly have two bedrooms each containing twin beds. Each bedroom has a private bathroom attached with refreshing cool running water. There is no hot water except in the suite building.
The main building consists of a screened dining room, where meals are served, and water, coffee, tea and fruit are available 24 hours a day. There is an attached bar for socializing which has games and books for entertainment. Overlooking the Tambopata River, a short distance from the dining room, can be found the lecture and conference building for slide show presentation as well as for studying. Along side is a small museum and map room.
Trails leading from the lodge compound are constantly being maintained and are being developed further to ensure safe and maximal access to the different habitat types. The lodge boasts 25 km. of trail in total, including those to the lake systems of Condenado and Sachavacayoc oxbow lakes situated on the opposite bank of the Tambopata River.
Naturalist Guides are resident year round and are ready to introduce you to the marvels of the Rainforest. During a typical day at the lodge our guides bring the forest to life by pointing out the important trees, flowers, medicinal plants remedies, as well as assisting in sitting and identifying the birds, mammals, reptiles, butterflies and other insects. In the evening short lectures are scheduled which deal with special rainforest subjects and give a chance to delve further into the mysteries and marvels of this ecosystem.
Meals are prepared by our professional and dedicated staff from a mixture of local rainforest products as well as more traditional foods. Some meals are distinctly Peruvian others are International in flavor.
River transport to and from the lodge is completed by motorized dugout canoe, shaded and equipped with cushions for your comfort and life jackets for your security. Canoes are managed by experienced qualified drivers with a deep knowledge of the river and its wildlife.
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