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Amazon Rainforest Conservation Center
The Amazon Rainforest Conservation Center [ARCC] is situated is SE Peru on the shore of the pristine, wildlife-rich Lake Soledad, 110miles by motorized dugout (8 hours) up the remote Las Piedras River from Puerto Maldonado. Although the journey to get here is long, it is a comfortable and relaxing trip in large motorized dugouts equipped with reclining airline seats for sleeping or watching the scenery go by.
The lodge and research center provide a base in the jungle wilderness for enjoying close up observation and photography of rainforest wildlife in comfort and style. Guests are accommodated in 8 charming, hexagonal chalets, each containing a comfortable double room with lights, fans and electrical outlets, a balcony, and private bath with hot water and lined in ceramic tiles and polished hardwoods. Enjoy delicious local cuisine in the spacious and airy dining area including fresh fish dishes, exotic fruit juices, and delicious vegetarian options. Relax and refresh at the bar or lounge in hammocks.
The ARCC is the focal point for important conservation initiatives in the region with world record bio-diversity of rainforest animals and plants. A spectacle of wildlife is found here including a resident family of giant river otters, eight species of monkey, hundreds of bird species, huge groups of peccaries, 15 caimans, possible jaguar and anaconda sightings too. Activities include hikes on an extensive trail system through pristine forests, an ascent up to the rain forest canopy wildlife observation platform 120 up in a huge ironwood tree overlooking Lake Soledad, paddling in small canoes around the lake, and excursions to visit any one of the six local macaw licks in the area.
