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along the banks of the Yarapa River, Iquitos, Peru
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Amazon Yarapa River Lodge
4.5 of 5 stars 49 Reviews
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  • Local village(4)
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  • Butterfly farm(3)
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Newport Coast
1 review
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“One of the best experiences we have ever had”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 July 2011
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We have traveled to over forty counties over the past twelve years. Lasy year we spent three weeks driving a rental car over 4000 kilometers through southern Peru. We enjoyed ourselves so much that we decided to travel back to Peru and visit the Amazon Region for a week and drive a rental car through nothern Peru for two weeks. We spent quite a bit of time researching the possible ways to visit the Amazon Region and finally decided upon Amazon Yarpa River Lodge after speaking with Dr. Mango on several occasions. It is a decision that we will never regret and an experience we will always cherish. We flew from LAX to Lima where we spent one night. Then we flew to Iquitos on Star Peru Airlines where we stayed at the El Dorado Hotel and Suites as recommened to us by the Lodge. We were picked up by Victor the next morning and driven to Nauta to catch our boat to the Lodge. Over the next four days and three nights we had experiences that we had never dreamed of having. We fished and caught Pirhana, we took jungle walks during the day and night, we canoed and were taken down small streams and other rivers, we observed 58 different bird species and 38 different animal species. We ate superb food that was prepared by a four star chef. We even spent time in the kitchen watching the food being prepared. The staff was so attentive to our needs, willing to help with anything, and always amenable to show us or explain what we were interested in. Our guides Julio and Plaz were the best. The staff educated us about the people who live in the Amazon Region and their way of life. Our trip to the Amazon Yarapa River Lodge was a life changing experience.

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  • Stayed June 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Millstadt, Illinois
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“Amazing!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 June 2011

From the time we arrived at the airport in Iquitos to the time we left we were totally taken care of. This was our first adventure into the jungle and I can't imagine a better experience. You could not have asked for a better staff; the food was excellent, rooms kept very clean, safe transportation (both on land and river), ice cold beer and comfy hammocks! The 3 excursions per day were like being part of a National Geographic video. We were not in the boat on our first excursion 2 minutes and we saw our first of many sloths! Toucans, pink dolphins, caymen, the list is endless! Our guide, Naycer, knew everything and then some about the plants and animals of the region. The trip to the local village was an experience that I will never forget. Dr. Mango, Victor, Naycer, Blas and the rest of the staff, thanks for making Arapa River Lodge a true Amazon experience, don't change a thing!

  • Stayed June 2011, travelled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“You will be happy!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2011

I don't need to add anything extra to the excellent feedback this lodge has already received. At first I thought it too be a little expensive but after the full experience I was very well satisfied. Food is excellent! The guides will pretty much find all the animals you want to see. Its situated in an amazing location. Well worth it!! If you need some time our from society this is the place to spend it!

  • Stayed May 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Burton, United Kingdom
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“Yarapa River Lodge - Just as good in the rainy season”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2011

We only had 3 days to spend some time in the Amazon. Yarapa River Lodge was the perfect solution. It's far enough downriver from Iquitos to get the jungle feeling. The water level was still really high which meant we had to go everywhere by boat which was both relaxing and exciting. The staff are really well informed and will take the time to answer any questions. They are really enthusiastic about everything which is infectious and makes the whole experience special. The food is great and the mix of activities available works really well. Make sure you don't miss the night time excursions.

  • Stayed April 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Boiling Springs, Pennsylvania
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“fantastic experience”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 March 2011
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It was the most unique trip my wife & I have ever taken.The staff was great & the food was out of this world,the only regret was that we could not take the cook home with us.I was expecting to see unusual wildlife,which we did,but having the botanical elements explained in such an expert fashion was a complete surprise,I would highly recommend this trip for those who want to get away from modern technology & just relax.

  • Stayed February 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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