Stories
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May 31, 2024 Participate in Our Study on Ecotourism and Mental...
Explore the impact of tourism on nature and human well-being Are you interested in how outdoor activities and interaction with the environment can influence our mental well-bein...
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December 29, 2023 Beyond wildlife observation in the Peruvian Amazo...
Explore the rainforest beyond wildlife observation in the Peruvian Amazon with a unique experience at our exclusive ecolodges in Madre de Dios - Peru. Beyond the prime location and...
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November 22, 2023 UPDATED : New photos for the Decoy Spider at Tamb...
Embark on a journey of discovery in the heart of the Peruvian Amazon, where nature unveils its most intriguing secrets. We share the Decoy Spider new photos at the Tambopata Resear...
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August 16, 2023 Unveiling 5 Cultural Activities in the Peruvian A...
When the mention of Peruvian culture arises, your mind may drift to the iconic Machu Picchu and the enchanting aura of Cusco. However, journey with us beyond the conventional and e...
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April 18, 2023 The Tambopata Macaw Project: A new era is coming...
Founded and created the same year (1989) by Eduardo Nycander and Kurt Holle, the Tambopata Macaw Project, and Rainforest Expeditions were born together in Madre de Dios, PERU. ...
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May 02, 2022 What is the best age to visit the Amazon rainfore...
Adventure knows no age, especially when it comes to exploring the wondrous Amazon rainforest in Peru while indulging in comfort. At Refugio Amazonas, we cater to the adventurous sp...
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October 16, 2021 Where do the new species come from? A new species...
If you asked yourself, where do the new species come from? We tell you that Discovering New Species is a project of our citizen science program Wired Amazon where travelers from al...
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October 11, 2021 A new species in honor of the conservation of the...
Apu mooreorum Grados, 2021 a new species in honor of the conservation of the Amazonian rainforests of Tambopata For more than 20 years, the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation has s...
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November 10, 2018 Discovering New Species” inside de Peruvian Amazo...
As the name said, Discovering New Species consists of discovering New Species of Insects. At Wired Amazon, in the Peruvian Amaz...
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August 24, 2018 Gold of the Jungle: Medicinal Plants in the Amazo...
The Amazon Rainforest is full of yet-to-be-discovered medicines and chemicals coveted by scientists worldwide. But indigenous people in the Amazon, of course, have known the pow...
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July 27, 2018 Make Science Happen in the Amazon Rainforest...
We’re now offering a fun, interactive activity in the heart of the Amazon Rainforest! The new “Open Lab” is available at our stunning Refugio Amazonas lodge in Tambopata, Per...
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June 29, 2018 These Jungle Frogs May Hold the Key to Life-Chang...
Deep within the Amazon jungle, an incredible group of frogs perches high above the ground. But monkey frogs aren't just eye-catching — they're literally covered in medical sec...
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June 22, 2018 Observe, Explore, Discover: How to Become A Citiz...
The Amazon rainforest is full of mysteries. Given the fact that it's the most biologically diverse region on the planet, this should come as no surprise. Naturalists and scientists...
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May 10, 2018 How a Chestnut Fronted Macaw photo led to a scien...
In 2011, scientists noticed something strange in one of Gary Bartolloti's macaw photos. Gary had just passed away, and his wife had sent his colleagues a set of 10 photos taken in ...
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February 10, 2018 The Brazilian Wandering Spider is also a natural ...
The Brazilian Wandering Spider (Phoneutria fera and P. nigriventer) is on any list of the top 5 venomous spiders in the world. In Brazil, they know this well. Emergency wards a...
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December 11, 2017 If it Looks Like an Ant and Smells Like an Ant......
Over 150 years ago, in the steamy jungle of the Amazon Rainforest, the explorer and naturalist Henry Walter Bates was watching two different butterflies fly side-by-side. He had di...
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October 09, 2017 Discovering Insane Mutualism between Ants and Tre...
When you think of the Amazon Rainforest – what do you think of? Usually, the rainforest comes to us in images of color, biodiversity, and an exoticness that echoes in our imagi...
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August 14, 2017 A Citizen Scientist’s Amazon Experience...
A tropical rainforest inspires wonder no matter who you are. It is teeming with the bizarre and beautiful, and anyone who has the privilege of visiting these places comes away over...
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April 06, 2016 What's this Bizarre Katydid Parasite in Tambopata...
Some of my favorite hikes take place late at night in Tambopata. The rainforest bursts with wildlife activity after things cool down from the scorching hot afternoon. Nonstop mati...
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September 23, 2015 Look, Don’t Touch: The Spiny, Bright & Venomous C...
When you think of a caterpillar, your mind usually turns to an image of a plump little grub-like insect with stubby legs, happily munching away on a leaf. But caterpillars in the j...
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What our guest say
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- Valuation Excellent
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Nancy Hodgson March 2026
Lesly Lagos March 2026
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This trip was the highlight of our travels through peru. The lodge was absolutely 5 stars for everything. The room, food, people. We had a private guide, Allen, who grew up locally and really had deep knowledge of the land, the history, and the variety of plant and animal species in the jungle. His knowledge and passion were invaluable to our experience. There are a variety of tour companies and lodges you can book to visit the Amazon, however, I would only recommend Rainforest Expeditions as they are truly connected to the community and offer high quality first class amazon experience! Read all
We had a truly wonderful stay with Rainforest Expeditions. Everyone was incredibly kind and welcoming, and our guide was fantastic — very knowledgeable and passionate about the rainforest. We saw many animals, even from the boat, which made the experience unforgettable. Read all
I just spent 3 days here with my family. The research center surpassed all our expectations. I want to give a special shout out to Carlos who took such good care of us. He went above and beyond to make sure we werr comfortable. And he was always smiling. He made us feel so welcome. We had Erik as our guide who is so knowledgeable and experienced. We learned so much, saw so much wildlife. It really was a dream vacation. Thank you!! Read all
Chose this place to stay at the Amazon, as I heard it benefits the local indigenous community. Life changing experience. Oscar was an excellent guide! We saw so many wildlife! No 4th wall made it such an immersive jungle experience. Since they are eco friendly, there is no AC. It can get pretty hot depending on the season. So better to follow their guidance for clothing choices Read all
If you want to experience the Amazon in all its glory This is the place to come to Staff and guides were excellent Food was just incredible The forest walks were really interesting and informative Read all
If you are a birder, ask for Juan Carlos Yatto. He recognizes an astounding number of bird calls and can duplicate many of them. This place is magical, all I could have imagined. All the staff and scientists are incredible. The experience of a lifetime. Read all
This was the most amazing experience Very well organised The ground staff were so well organised The guides were excellent ( I’m looking at you Carlos!) Food was tasty and very varied Amazed that the chefs managed to get such variety in the middle of the Amazon Do not hesitate Book immediately you will not be disappointed. Highly recommended Read all
I can not say enough good things about my time at the Tambopata Research Center. Between the guides, the boat drivers, the chefs, the staff, the bartenders, the researchers, etc. Everyone was absolutely wonderful! If you are interested in viewing wildlife in the Amazon, this is the place for you! A special thank you to the maître d' Carlos who was so incredibly kind and hospitable and our guide Dino who was like a real life Indiana Jones. I can't wait to come back! Read all
An unforgettable, fully immersive jungle experience. Amazing how Tambopata Lodge delivers luxury touches in such a remote and rugged location. The food is fantastic, the staff incredible, and the wildlife sightings non-stop. The personalised itinerary and one-on-one guiding made the trip truly special—huge thanks to our guide Johan for sharing his passion and knowledge. The Macaw Project is inspiring, and it’s clear the lodge fully supports this important conservation work. Manager Brian was always kind, helpful. Well-done all involved. Read all
The most important fact we are grateful for is the true sense of understanding of the ecology of the Amazon the staff at Rainforest Expeditions (RFE) have shown us. RFE stands out for its stand against the pure, profit-motive initiatives many other tour operators do. We are very grateful to have had Carlos as our guide. Carlos is deeply dedicated, and is able to explain the nuances of the flora and fauna. The world today needs to act as one against the impact of climate change. RFE is one, bright shining light in this regard. Read all
We had a fabulous trip! The people were amazing, kind and very professional. The food was exceptionally good! The facilities are beautiful and well kept. We just loved our second time with Rainforest Expeditions and can't wait to go again!! Read all
Fantastic to be deep in the forest surrounded by incredible wildlife with our amazing guide Juan Carlos Yatto, who really knew his stuff! Also his photography skills meant that we could share our experience even better through his telescope using our phone cameras! We learned so much!! He went to extra lengths to find butterflies and moths for us along with so many different birds and monkeys. This was a travel highlight for us as experienced wildlife travellers. We loved our spacious room with no windows and open to more wildlife visitors but after 5 nights the bed could have been a little more comfortable. Luckily we had a second bed to use. Otherwise it was fantastic with hot water showers and fresh drinking water all the time. We were amazed at the variety of food on offer for breakfast, lunch and dinner and couldn’t believe they could have such a wonderful food offering in such a remote location. Even the wine and cocktails were great. I highly recommend spending the extra money and time getting to this location. We stayed at another lodge later which was closer to Puerto Maldonado and there was far less wildlife. Read all