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TAKI TAMBO LODGE - TARAPOTO

Discover the Amazon

Hidden waterfalls, deep jungle, ancestral culture.


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Getting there is easier than you think

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Book your flight

Lima — Tarapoto, 1 hour. More than 10 daily flights.

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We pick you up

Private taxi from the airport directly to the lodge. No stress, with air conditioning.

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Relax and enjoy

Waterfalls, jungle, restaurant, hammock... you choose the pace.

Enjoy the adventure.

We take care of everything.

Everything included

Each package includes airport pickup, nights of stay, breakfasts, and tourist activities.

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3 packages · Queen Room · Activities to choose from · All inclusive

2 DAYS / 1 NIGHT

from US$115

Per person · approx. S/ 391 · all inclusive

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  • Airport transfer
  •  1 night in bungalow
  • Buffet breakfasts
  • 1 half-day tour to choose from
  • 1 full-day tour to choose from
  • Assistance during your stay

3 DAYS / 2 NIGHTS

from US$195

Per person · approx. S/ · 663 all inclusive

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  • Airport transfer
  • 2 nights in a bungalow
  • Buffet breakfasts
  • 1 half-day tour to choose from
  • 2 full-day tours to choose from
  • 2 lunches
  • Assistance during your stay

5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS

from US$370

Per person · approx. S/ 1,258 · 663 all inclusive

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  • Airport transfer
  • 4 nights in a bungalow
  • Buffet breakfasts
  • 1 half-day tour to choose from
  • 3 full-day tours to choose from
  •  1 full-day adventure to choose from
  •  1 lunch
  • Assistance during your stay

Conditions: Prices are per person in US dollars, based on 2 people in a Queen Room, with mixed group tours (with other travelers). The amount in soles is for reference only. The total varies depending on the room and number of people: we will confirm this via WhatsApp. 100% payment in advance, non-refundable rate. You can change your activities up to 5 days before your arrival.

From 2 to 5 days, you set your pace

Taytamaki

Half-day tours

Tours that can be done in an afternoon. Ideal for your arrival: you settle in and go out to explore.

Lamas — the native village in the heights

Ahuashiyacu Waterfall — the closest waterfall

 Urku — wildlife rescue center

Catarata de Carpishuyacu

Tours de día completo

You have your buffet breakfast at Taki Tambo and leave between 8am and 9am with your guide to:

 Witch's Jump Waterfalls — and its turquoise waters

 Carpishuyacu Waterfall — and its natural pool

Laguna Azul de Sauce — boat ride

Pucayaquillo Waterfall — impressive biodiversity

rio Shilcayo Tarapoto

Full-day adventures

Explorar lugares mas lejanos de Tarapoto pero más increíbles, con traslado incluido:

Huacamaillo Waterfall — the highest and most hidden

Alto Mayo and Moyobamba — hot springs and Tioyacu spring

Cacao Route — Chazuta and Huallaga valley

These are the activities you choose in your package. Other experiences are booked separately.

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Half-day tours

Ideal for a short getaway to get to know the essentials of Tarapoto.

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Castillo de Lamas Tarapoto

Lamas — the native village in the heights


30 minutes from Tarapoto, Lamas is an Andean-Amazonian village with a fascinating history. You will explore the Huayco neighborhood, where the native community lives, visit the famous medieval castle built by an Italian entrepreneur, and discover Chanca culture in its cobblestone streets. An afternoon filled with history, craftsmanship, and panoramic views of the jungle.

Duration: 4hDifficulty: easy

Taytamaki Tarapoto

Taytamaki — panoramic viewpoint


A privileged viewpoint overlooking Tarapoto and the Cordillera Escalera mountain range. A short hike to the viewpoint, where the sunset transforms the mountain and jungle landscape into a spectacle of colors. Ideal to combine with another activity on the first day. Duration: 3 hours · Difficulty: Moderate · Schedule: 9:00-12:00 or 15:00-18:00. Not included in packages: must be booked separately.

Duration: 3hDifficulty: moderate

Urku — wildlife rescue center


In Tarapoto, on the road to the Shilcayo River intake, the Urku Center rescues and rehabilitates Amazonian wild animals, especially monkeys and birds. A guided tour allows you to meet them and understand how the rainforest is protected from wildlife trafficking and deforestation. Duration: 45 minutes · Difficulty: Easy


Duration: 1h​Difficulty: easy

Full-day tours

Allows you to experience the best of Tarapoto with a greater variety of experiences.

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Catarata del Salto de la bruja

Salto de la Bruja Waterfalls


One of the hidden gems of the region. After a hike through the jungle, you arrive at a series of turquoise waterfalls that form natural pools among the rocks. The place is so spectacular that you understand why it is called "the witch's leap." Lunch included at a local spot with typical jungle food.

Duration: 8hDifficulty: moderate

Carpishuyacu

Carpishuyacu Waterfall


An impressive waterfall that falls into a natural pool surrounded by lush vegetation. The hike to get there is part of the experience: jungle trails, river crossings, and stunning biodiversity. Upon arrival, a refreshing and crystal-clear swim awaits you at the foot of the fall.

Duration: 8hDifficulty: moderate +

Catarata de Pucayaquillo

Pucayaquillo Waterfall


Little known and not touristy, this hidden waterfall offers crystal-clear pools of surreal beauty. The hike goes through dense jungle with exceptional biodiversity: butterflies, tropical birds, and century-old trees. For those who want to step off the beaten path.

Duration: 8hDifficulty: moderate

Catarata de Chullachaqui

Chullachaqui Waterfalls


Seven consecutive waterfalls in the heart of the jungle, accessible by a demanding but extraordinary hike. Each waterfall has its own personality and its own pool. It is the tour for those seeking a physical challenge and wanting to experience the Amazon jungle in its wildest state. Not included in the packages: booked separately.

Duration: 8hDifficulty: moderate

Pontón Sauce Laguna Azul

Blue Lagoon of Sauce


The "mirror of the sky" in the Peruvian jungle. A freshwater lake with a constant temperature of 20°C, fed by thermal springs from an inactive volcano. A 45-minute boat ride, free time to swim, and lunch by the lake. On the way back, a stop at the Punta de Gallinazo viewpoint with a panoramic view of the valley.

Duration: 8hDifficulty: easy

Full-day adventures

Designed for those who want to experience the Amazon fully.

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Catarata de Huacamaillo San Antonio de Cumbaza

Huacamaillo Waterfall


One of the highest and most spectacular waterfalls in the region, hidden deep in the jungle. The hike is intense: river crossings, steep trails, and dense vegetation. But the reward is a monumental waterfall in a natural amphitheater of rock and moss. Only for those who want the real adventure.

Duration: 8hDifficulty: high

Laguna en Moyobamba

Alto Mayo and Moyobamba


A day out of Tarapoto to explore the capital of orchids. Visit the Moyobamba orchidarium with hundreds of varieties, hike to the source of the Tioyacu River where the water springs directly from the ground, regional lunch, and an afternoon of relaxation in the San Mateo hot springs, rich in therapeutic minerals.

Duration: 8hDifficulty: easy

Chazuta cacao nativo

Cacao Route — Chazuta


Descent through the Huallaga River valley to Chazuta, a riverside town famous for its native cacao. Visit an artisanal plantation, participate in the chocolate-making process from the seed, and tasting. A unique cultural and gastronomic experience, away from conventional tourism.

Duration: 8hDifficulty: easy

Premium Experiences on demand

These experiences are not included in the packages. You can book them separately at any time during your stay.

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Reserva Santa Elena

Santa Elena Reservation


The most intense adventure in the catalog. Departure at 4 AM and 128 km of road to Yanayacu, in Rioja. From there, canoe entry into the protected area of the Romero River: dense jungle, swamps, and reed beds in absolute silence, where only the wildlife can be heard. The journey continues to the Palestine Caves, with their formations of stalactites, stalagmites, and natural columns. An unforgettable experience.

This activity has an additional cost due to the logistics and distance of the route.

Duration: 14h​Difficulty: high

green and black humming bird

Hummingbird Garden


a natural sanctuary where dozens of hummingbirds of different species come to feed among the flowers of the garden. The guide accompanies you along the paths, teaches you to identify each species, and tells you about the role they play in the Amazon ecosystem. The place is also home to butterflies, frogs, and an impressive variety of medicinal plants. A moment of contemplation and connection with nature, ideal for your first afternoon in Tarapoto.

This activity has an additional cost for being conducted privately.

Duration: 3hDifficulty: easy

black and white owl in close up photography

Night walk


When night falls, the jungle comes to life. Accompanied by a specialist guide, you will walk the jungle's trails for 90 minutes with a flashlight in search of colorful frogs, snakes, camouflaged lizards, and insects that only appear in the dark. Before heading out, there is a preparatory talk about safety and the species you might encounter. A completely different way to experience the Amazon jungle.

Duration : 2hDifficulty: easy​

Our gem: Cordillera Escalera Reserve

ALTO SHILCAYO

Looking for a jungle getaway? Just minutes from the lodge, following the Shilcayo River, the Cordillera Escalera Reserve is the perfect plan: unspoiled, with crystal-clear waters and abundant flora and fauna. It's the jewel of Tarapoto, and you don't have to spend an hour on the road to get there.

Just for you and your group · Not included in packages · Book 1 day in advance · Transportation not included (on foot, by mototaxi or taxi)

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Cordillera Escalera Reserve – Short Route


The easiest way to enter the reserve. A one-hour round-trip hike to the Samaywauki Lookout and its jaguar sculpture. Go at your own pace, no guide required. Includes entrance fee and a walking stick. Ideal if you're short on time.

Duration: 1h​Difficulty: easy

Cordillera Escalera Reserve – Middle Route


A three-hour round-trip hike with a local guide from the association that manages the reserve to Yacupatito Waterfalls. Experience the rainforest without spending hours in a car. Includes entrance fee, guide, and walking stick.

Duration: 3hDifficulty: moderate

Cordillera Escalera Reserve – Long Route


A full day in the Cordillera Escalera with a local guide. Choose your destination: the Mirador Natural viewpoint or the Vestido de la Novia and Tamushal waterfalls (not both on the same day). Six hours round trip hike, with lunch, entrance fee, and walking stick included.

Duration: 6h​Difficulty: high

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Book an individual tour


You can also book any activity separately, in a mixed group or with an exclusive private guide.


Just a 10-minute walk from the Plaza de Armas. We are close to everything, but surrounded by nature.

The 3 and 5-day packages include lunches during the tours. The 2-day package does not include lunch, but you can request it as an additional.

Yes, all packages include round-trip transfer in a private taxi with air conditioning.

Sí. En cada paquete eliges tus actividades en la lista de arriba, y puedes cambiarlas hasta 5 días antes de tu llegada. Pago del 100 % por adelantado, tarifa no reembolsable.

Yes. Packages are available for 1 person or more, with mixed group tours. We'll send you the exact price via WhatsApp.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What to bring in your backpack?

Comfortable clothing, closed shoes for walking, hat, lightweight raincoat, mosquito repellent, sunscreen, water bottle, and a snack for the road.

What are the groups like?

The tours are conducted in mixed groups with other travelers. If you prefer a private experience, we can arrange an exclusive guide for you and your group.

Difficulty levels

Each tour indicates its level: easy, moderate, or high. Most are accessible to everyone. The more demanding ones include steep trails and river crossings.


Tours must be paid in advance. Non-refundable and non-reschedulable fees. Tours are subject to availability and may be canceled due to factors beyond control, such as heavy rains, river floods, road closures, or adverse weather conditions. Photos are for reference and prices may vary. Taki Tambo Lodge is not responsible for accidents, injuries, or damages that occur during activities. Participants assume the inherent risks of excursions in a natural environment. It is recommended to have valid travel insurance.