Nestled within the core of the Peruvian Amazon forests is the secluded Inkaterra Hacienda Concepción, a luxury hideaway surrounded by a tropical haven for nature and wildlife. The tranquil hotel boasts authentic native architecture and a camouflaged thatched roof which blends into the natural scenery and attracts the exotic inhabitants nestled in the surrounding Peruvian Amazon. Inkaterra Hacienda Concepción stands between the Tambopata National Reserve and the shores of the Madre de Dios River, offering stunning views and a range of exciting activities for guests hoping to explore the rainforest and connect with nature. This luxury retreat is made up of 25 private cabanas and a 5-room house, scattered generously apart to allow for a personal and private experience in this intimate corner of the Amazon.
Inkaterra Hacienda Concepcion, Rio Madre de Dios, Puerto Maldonado, Peru
Located in Puerto Maldonado, Inkaterra Hacienda Concepción is situated at the heart of the Peruvian Amazon. Formerly the site of a cacao and rubber plantation, the grounds rest in 819 hectares of natural rainforest, where guests can relax in a tranquil natural paradise. Guests can reach Inkaterra Hacienda Concepción by taking a 25-minute boat ride from Puerto Maldonado.
- Set in the heart of the Peruvian Amazon
- 25 private cabanas
- Restaurant and bar
- Exciting excursions and explorations
- Prolific birdlife
- Complimentary ‘Pisco Sour’
- Free shuttle service to and from Padre Aldamiz International Airport to the port
- Tours of the Tambopata National Reserve
- Soothing spa treatments
The hotel offers 25 authentic cabanãs equipped with either one king or two twin beds. After a day of exploring the exotic surroundings, immerse yourself in your very own intimate and cosy cabin in the heart of the jungle. These cabins have been expertly designed to capture an authentic rustic feel. Made from solid oak and bamboo, complete with a thatched roof, these cabins offer guests a comfortable stay and an immersive jungle experience. Each cabanã features mosquito nets for a bug-free night’s sleep and impressive forest or cocha views.
Following a day of exploring this captivating region, relax in one of the lodge’s 5 homely rooms – ideal for families and friends. The rooms are located in an Amazon-style lodge with an authentic thatched roof. The decor is elegant but minimalist, perfectly capturing the rustic feel of the area. The lodge has a seating area on the front porch for guests to relax while taking in the awe-inspiring views of the tropical forest.
Each room features a king-size bed or two twin beds, and offers stunning forest views. The wooden lodge in the heart of the jungle allows guests to become one with their surroundings and escape to this natural sanctuary. The house is ideal for large families or groups travelling together.
Explore unique dishes and flavour combinations at the hotel’s exclusive restaurant and bar. Highly acclaimed resident chefs use predominantly organic and locally sourced ingredients from the surrounding farms, along with regional spices to showcase the fine Peruvian gastronomy. Each dish has been carefully crafted to maximise the tastes and flavours of the area and offer guests the opportunity to try traditional delicacies they have likely never sampled before. The restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, tea and dinner, whilst the bar hosts a cocktail hour which is not to be missed.
Enjoy an intimate meal with your significant other in the hotel’s exclusive private dining area, tasting delicious dishes from the à la carte menu, surrounded by candlelight and a bottle of fine wine. Guests can relax with a first-class butler service whilst feasting on gourmet meals expertly designed by the hotel’s resident chefs.
Located on the banks of the Madre de Dios River, the hotel’s very own tranquil holistic Amazon spa offers a bespoke experience to guests using only 100% natural products to provide an extensive selection of luxury treatments. Therapists use ancient techniques to leave guests feeling rejuvenated in mind, body and spirit. The Nua Spa is a deeply sensory location where ingredients of the tropical forest are incorporated to rejuvenate skin and awaken the body.
Learn impressive new culinary skills as the hotel’s expert chef shares with you inside tips of the trade. Together you will write a recipe, cook a culinary delight using the finest of ingredients, pair a perfect wine and savour your creation. Participants will also receive an Inkaterra apron.
Sit back, relax and embark on a scenic journey along the lazy river adjacent to the lodge. Observe the botanical wonderland that is the tropical rainforest from the comfort of a boat and watch the sunset over the tranquil waters. Enjoy this romantic excursion while sipping a chilled glass of Pisco Chilcanos and nibbling on snacks.
Huddle up around the warmth of a roaring bonfire as you sip on delightful cocktails, expertly created by the hotel’s bar staff. Enjoy this cosy experience in the early evening when guests can catch the sun setting over this tropical wonderland, listening to the last tunes of the birds before they go to roost.
Experience an ancient tradition conducted by a local shaman to recharge energies and cleanse the mind, body and soul. Let water be poured through your hair and into a flowering bath and leave feeling alive and rejuvenated.
Located only a twenty-minute boat ride down from the hotel lodge, the Inkaterra Canopy Centre is available for guests to use free of charge and offers a wi-fi connection, AV system, bathrooms, coffee lounge and food options. The classic Amazonic architecture of the centre, traditional thatched roof and panoramic views of the forest make this the perfect hideaway for guests seeking peace and quiet whilst wanting the convenience of home comforts. The centre can also be used for meetings, events and functions.
Concepcion Trails
Experience the Inkaterra Hacienda Concepción’s renowned nature trails and immerse yourself in the tropical surrounds of the Peruvian rainforest. Join a private guide who will teach you all about the wonders of the Amazon as well as how its ecosystem is used by humans, animals and nature, making it essential for the entire planet. Discover the cacao plantation, bread fruit trees, rubber trees and many more sights unique to this majestical area.
Twilight River
Watch the sunset over the botanical forest as you travel down Madre de Dios River via an outboard motorised canoe. Enjoy this tranquil journey at dusk when the surroundings are so peaceful, the only audible sound will be bird songs. Learn about river ecosystems, Amazonian creeks, native animals and star constellations.
Rainforest by Night
Explore the wonders of the mystical place on an evening when you can enjoy a private guided tour and discover the captivating patterns of native nocturnal animals and observe nighttime behaviours of the beautiful rainforest wildlife.
Botanical Garden Trail
Venture to the hotel’s own botanical garden where you will be accompanied by a private tour guide to learn all about the immense variety of medicinal plants unique to this region of the Amazon. Compare and contrast the benefits of medicinal plants with traditional remedies and share your thoughts on which treatment you would prefer.
Native Farm
Embark on a short boat ride along the lazy river adjacent to the hotel lodge and visit a local farm. Observe the farmers employ ancient methods to sow seeds and grow crops. Learn all about the ancient methods of cultivation that are used at the farm to successfully harvest crops and taste some yummy produce from off the farm!
Inland Collpa
This excursion begins with a 15-20 minute walk away from the hotel towards the four clay licks at Hacienda Concepcion. From here guests can observe the wildlife from inside the ‘blinds’ which have been strategically designed in a discrete way so that guests can go unnoticed and observe the behaviour patterns of the surrounding wildlife.
Gamitana Farm
Join a personal tour guide and navigate towards Gamitana Creek, venturing through the model farm. Observe the operations on the farm including their traditional methods of farming, unique to this area and sample some of their seasonal produce either whilst on the farm or later with your dinner. Discover all about the community projects conducted by the ITA-Inkaterra Asociación (NGO) and learn about their importance and impact on the area.
Cacao
Venture to the surrounding cocoa plantation and observe, learn about and take part in the ancient chocolate making process. From the fermenting and picking of the fruits to the creation of the finished cocoa product, be a part of the journey. Participants will be required to peel the toasted cocoa seeds and grind them into a paste to help create a wonderful product.
Brazil Nut
Accompany the hotel’s very own explorer guides to a small hut nestled away in the hotel grounds where you will learn all about the history, lifetime and importance of the brazil nut tree. Discover the importance of the brazil nut tree on the local economy and how the livelihood of many locals depends on the brazil nut, and sample some freshly picked brazil nuts after learning about the techniques employed for collecting them.
Cocha
Explore the Inkaterra Hacienda Concepción oxbow shaped lake via canoe. Guests can enjoy fishing on a catch-and-release basis, and cruise steadily down these tranquil waters observing the vast varieties of fish that swim beneath your boat. On route, you will ride past the renowned Fitzcarrald steamboat remains where you can learn all about its captivating history.
Canopy Walkway
Venture 25 minutes away from the hotel via motorised canoe to the Inkaterra Canopy Walkway Interpretation Centre. There you will ascend 95 feet above the forest floor and walk along a suspension bridge at the same level as the treetops where you will enjoy the captivating birds-eye view of the tropical rainforest from 8 observation platforms. Following your descent from up above, experience the Anaconda walk across a wooden bridge above the wetland. On the bridge, walkers can discover the captivating ecosystem below and observe animals which thrive in the conditions of the marshland.
Lake Sandoval
Enjoy a guided walk into the Tambopata National Reserve through botanical green land. From there, hop onto a canoe and ride down the meandering oxbow river. Learn all about the unique ecosystem, river formation and conservation efforts as well as the extensive sea life surrounding your canoe.
Birders can enjoy an exciting half-day experience starting with boarding a boat to the Madre de Dios River, via the Cachuela clay lick. The lodge’s professional guide will teach you all about biodiversity and birdlife present in this tropical region and participants can partake in the renowned clay lick activity. Watch the exotic birds glide through the air as you enjoy a delicious breakfast from the comfort of the boat.
Since Inkaterra was established, over 4,000 local community members have been trained and equipped with skills to enhance employability and heighten their chances of leading a sustainable way of life. Career opportunities with the hotel group are made available to locals and often career progression is made accessible. Additionally, Inkaterra holds environmental conferences targeted at local people with the aim of equipping them with the knowledge necessary to preserve the environment.
The hotel group adheres to a strict sustainability policy that respects and embraces cultural, social and environmental values. They work to mitigate any negative impact on the surrounding areas and communities where they operate and instead boost ecosystems, guarantee compliance with national and international regulations and practise profitable conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity.
The Inkaterra hotel group have been performing scientific research since 1978. They endeavour to measure the brand’s future impact and run a world-leading wildlife conservation programme. Through research, ‘A total of 814 bird species, 365 ant species, 313 butterfly species, and over 100 mammal species have been inventoried within hotel grounds and surroundings.’ Additionally, 28 species new to science have been described, including 19 orchids, 5 amphibians, 1 butterfly, 2 bromeliads and 1 tropical vine.
The NGO Inkaterra Association develops and manages initiatives on biodiversity conservation. Initiatives include; a canopy walkway, a bridge system in the rainforest canopy to enable wildlife observation, the largest native orchid collection in the world and many more. In 1989, the hotel brand was the first enterprise to become carbon neutral, ensuring the hotel mitigates the effects of its activities on the natural world.
Children aged 5 years and over are welcome at Inkaterra Hacienda Concepción and rainforest explorer kits are available for children wanting to discover the great outdoors.