Plan Your Stay

Everything you need to know before you arrive.

From booking to packing to getting here — we've got you covered. The jungle awaits.

365
Open
days a year
4°S
Latitude
equatorial · no winter
4h
From Iquitos
by van + river boat
When to Go

Each season unlocks different terrain, wildlife, and pace.

Treehouse lodge and walkway during low water season, dry ground beneath
May – October

Low water season

Beaches appear. Forest floor opens up.

Avg temp
78 – 92°F
Rainfall
Light, brief
Humidity
70 – 80%
River level
−10 to −12 m
  • Hiking is the main mode — long, dry trails
  • Macaws, monkeys, sloths at eye level
  • Sandbar fishing for piranha
  • Cooler nights for the boat
Best for first-timers, walkers, families
Treehouse lodge during high water season, water at the walkways
November – April

High water season

The flooded forest. Travel by canoe through the canopy.

Avg temp
76 – 88°F
Rainfall
Daily, afternoon
Humidity
85 – 95%
River level
+8 to +10 m
  • Travel by paddle canoe — silent, intimate
  • Pink river dolphins easiest to spot
  • Birding peaks — 500+ species
  • Canoe routes replace trails
Best for paddlers, photographers, return visitors
The River's Rhythm

A jungle that transforms with the water.

The Amazon rises and falls up to 12 meters each year — reshaping trails, wildlife, and how you explore.

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See how the jungle transforms
High waterNov – Apr • Canoe through canopy
Low waterMay – Oct • Hiking trails open
Peak seasonJul 1 – Aug 31 • Dec 23 – Jan 1
StandardJan 2 – Jun 30 • Sep 1 – Dec 22
Transition
70% water level

May

May offers the best of both - some trails open while water routes remain navigable. Perfect for variety.

Canoeing
Hiking
Wildlife
Getting Here

From your front door to the canopy.

Iquitos is the gateway — the world's largest city with no road in or out. From there, we handle the rest.

01DAY 0

Fly into Iquitos (IQT)

Daily flights from Lima, ~1h 50m. Arrive by 9 AM or 1:30 PM to catch our pickup window.

02DAY 1

We meet you at the airport

Look for the Treehouse Lodge sign. Two scheduled pickups daily — 9:15 AM and 1:30 PM.

03DAY 1

Drive to the river, ~1 hour

Through Iquitos, then south through Nauta. Stop for a cold drink at the boat launch.

04DAY 1

River boat to the lodge, ~3 hours

A private covered boat down the Amazon and into the Tahuayo tributary. Wildlife starts here.

05DAY 1

Settle into your treehouse

Welcome drink, lodge tour, and a first walk before dinner. Your guide plans tomorrow with you.

Circular treehouse with thatched roof nestled in lush Amazon jungle
Essentials

What to Pack

Travel light. The jungle provides most of what you need.

Clothing

  • Long-sleeve shirts
  • Quick-dry pants (2 pair)
  • Wide-brim hat
  • Light rain shell
  • Swimsuit
  • Sandals & socks

Gear

  • Binoculars (8×42)
  • Headlamp + batteries
  • Small dry bag
  • Water bottle
  • Insect repellent
  • Camera

Documents

  • Passport + copy
  • Yellow fever cert
  • Anti-malarial meds
  • First aid basics
  • Travel insurance
  • Cash for tips

What We Provide

Travel light — these essentials are waiting for you at the lodge.

Rubber boots
Mosquito nets
Filtered water
Towels
All meals
Guide & boatman
FAQ

Common
questions

Is it safe? What about disease, snakes, jaguars?

The lodge is in a remote but well-traveled stretch of the Tahuayo. You'll be with a naturalist guide on every excursion. Treehouses are screened. Snakes are real — and almost never seen unless you go looking with a guide at night.

Will I have internet or phone signal?

No, and that's the point. We have a satellite phone for emergencies and a small office radio. Many guests describe the disconnection as the best part of the trip.

What is the food like?

Three home-cooked meals a day. Lots of fresh fish from the river, plantains, yuca, fruit, soups. We accommodate vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and most allergies — just tell us when you book.

Can I come solo? With kids?

Solo travelers are welcome at our single-occupancy rate. Kids 5 and up are allowed; under-9 sleeps on a cot at 65% rate. We are not currently wheelchair accessible.

How fit do I need to be?

Moderate. You'll walk 2–6 km a day on uneven jungle trails (low-water season) or sit in canoes for 2–4 hours (high-water). We tailor the day to you.