It’s a jungle out there, and a little slice of heaven in here! Rio Azul Jungle Lodge, is located in the Serra do Cachimbò, in the extreme south of the Brazilian state of Pará, on the doorstep of the Amazon rainforest. This lush setting is where you’ll discover an ecological kaleidoscope, full of vibrant sights and sounds, home to a profusion of incredible flora and fauna, bird, fish and wildlife.
This small family run, ecotourism lodge is an intimate affair. Each booking is private and personal, focusing exclusively on small groups and individuals to ensure that each guest’s stay leaves the smallest impact possible on the environment.
Everything done at this little jungle lodge is focused around this. From the lodge design and build to the forest trails, the focus has always been to ensure that from start to finish, the environment comes first.
Surrounded by water and rainforest, this little piece of Brazilian heaven is a soulful retreat. There are only 9 log cabins at Rio Azul Lodge, designed for comfort and each created to make the smallest possible impact on the environment.
Accommodation & amenities
Sustainable construction materials have been used throughout the lodge, as well as the use of suitable waste management systems.
This is an intimate experience with only 9 en-suite cabins (4 double, 2 twin and 3 triple) the lodge sleeps a maximum of 21 guests. Each of the rooms comes with air-conditioning, lovely showers in the spacious bathrooms, and comfortable beds. Each cabin also has its own private outdoor shower enclosure.
- 9 log cabins (4 double, 2 twins, 3 triples)
- En-suite bathrooms, with toilet and hot water showers
- Enclosed outdoor showers
- Swimming pool
- Wi-Fi available: Yes
- Air conditioning in each cabin: Yes
The meals are prepared by the owner, and her cooking is extraordinary, turning even the simplest of dishes into delicious memories. Served in the restaurant, where there is also a common area with interesting nature and wildlife books to be read at each guest’s leisure. After a delicious meal, why not grab a book and make yourself right at home.
Rio Azul Jungle Lodge supports the following conservation initiatives:
- An Anaconda relocation programme that includes acclimatising and monitoring anaconda that have been relocated to our area from other areas.
- Supporting an artificial nest initiative to encourage Harpy Eagle to breed in logged areas which have adequate quantities of prey but insufficient tall trees for nest building.
- Working with a partner to to install artificial nests for the endangered species of macaws and parrots.
- A reforestation programme that also allows guests to plant trees an make a personal difference to restoring the rainforest
The Rio Azul Jungle Lodge lies 120 kilometres north of Alta Floresta (Mato Grosso). To get to the lodge there are daily flights to and from Alta Floresta Airport. Once in Alta Floresta, guests can take a charter flight directly to the lodge (25 mins). It is 120km (75 miles), by air-conditioned 4WD vehicles on dirt roads, passing through cattle ranches and forest areas to the lodge. The trip takes approximately 3-4 hours. Although the lodge is accessible throughout the year, the conditions of the road may vary depending on the seasons.
