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Soqtapata Lodge

A protected cloud forest in the Tropical Andes where conservation, science and immersive nature travel come together. Gateway to one of Peru’s most biodiverse and least explored landscapes.

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7 room

1 cottage · 6 double

Max 14

Guests total

~4.5h

From Cusco

900 m.a.s.l.

Altitude

Cloud forest

Ecosystem

B Corp

Certified

ABOUT THIS LODGE

The forest, your home

Soqtapata Lodge is the only accommodation inside the Soqtapata Reserve, 9,618 hectares of primary cloud forest from 900 to 4,700 m.a.s.l. Accessible only on foot, a 45-minute guided walk from the road. Adjacent to CIDS, our active Conservation, Investigation & Development Station, the lodge is run by resident biologists and naturalists who live in the forest year-round. Every booking directly funds conservation work managed by HERPIRO (B Corp).

Inside the reserve - 9,618 ha of primary forest
CIDS adjacent - Active research station
300+ bird species
Every stay funds conservation

WHERE YOU'LL SLEEP

Accommodation options

7 rooms total: 1 private cottage and 6 double rooms. All meals, guides, and transport included in every experience.

Private Cottage

Common areas & amenities

The lodge was designed to blur the boundary between indoors and the forest. Most guests spend their evenings on the main terrace, the forest sounds do the rest.

WHAT's INCLUDED

Full board meals

Breakfast, lunch & dinner. Fresh local ingredients.

Expert naturalist guide

Certified bilingual naturalist all day.

Private transport

Pickup & return from Cusco.

Rubber boots

Provided at the lodge.

CIDS station access

Visit active conservation research.

Satellite WiFi

Limited to common area only.

Hot showers

In all our showers

Nature library

Field guides, species books & maps.

Filtered drinking water

Available throughout the day.

CIDS RESEARCH CENTRE

Science is part of the stay

CIDS - the Conservation, Investigation & Development Station - operates adjacent to the lodge. Guests can visit active research projects, meet resident biologists, and understand the conservation work that their booking funds.

10+

Active research projects

9,618

Hectares protected

B Corp

Certified

Wildlife monitoring & tracking

Camera traps and bioacoustic monitoring of spectacled bear, puma, woolly monkey, and 300+ bird species.

Herpetology studies

Reptile and amphibian surveys. Night walks include active species ID.

Every booking at Soqtapata Lodge directly funds ongoing conservation operations at CIDS.

Experiences

Experiences at this lodge

All experiences include transport from Cusco, full board, expert guide, and tech pack. Choose by duration and depth.

Camanti Route

Classic Nature

Soqtapata Pristine Immersion 3D/2N

A condensed yet immersive journey designed for travellers seeking a meaningful encounter with the Tropical Andes, one of the most biodiverse regions on Earth.

from USD 986 per personView

Camanti Route

Classic Nature

Soqtapata Pristine Immersion 4D/3N

An immersive four days journey designed for travellers seeking a meaningful encounter with the Tropical Andes, one of the most biodiverse regions on Earth.

from USD 1,220 per personView

TAILOR MADES

Design your own program

Any duration · Any group size · Fully Custom itinerary · We build it around your goals.

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What guest say

Reviews

4.9

14 verified reviews

Trustpilot

"Breathtaking place with amazing people that changed my way of travelling and understanding nature."

— Vanessa · London, UK · Soqtapata Pristine Immersion 4D/3N

"Birdwatching at 5 AM ... over 20 species before breakfast. Life-changing morning."

Sofia

Barcelona, ES

Manu Gradient Expedition 3D/2N

"The ForestWhisper experience at night, I still get goosebumps thinking about it."

Lucas

São Paulo, BR

Manu Gradient Expedition 4D/3N

"Super comfortable place. There are no words to describe the beauty of this place."

Richard

California, US

Soqtapata Pristine Immersion 3D/2N

"Absolutely out of this world experience. Will definitely make the trip back someday."

Morgan

New York, US

Soqtapata Pristine Immersion 4D/3N

COMMO QUESTIONS

About Soqtapata Lodge

Everything you need to know before arriving.

Is there electricity and hot water?

Yes, we have electricity with 220V in the common areas for you to charge your devices. There is a specific time-frame everyday when you can use the power. Hot water showers are available all day. Evening lighting throughout the lodge and common areas.

Can I visit the lodge without booking an experience?

No, the lodge is only accessible through one of our programs. This is to protect the reserve and ensure every guest has a guide. The shortest program is 3 days / 2 nights (Soqtapata Pristine Immersion).

What is the fitness level required?

Low to Moderate. The walk from the trailhead to the lodge is 45 minutes over uneven terrain. Daily trails vary, some are gentle, others more demanding. A reasonable level of fitness is expected. Minimum age is 8 years.

Is the lodge suitable for families with children?

Yes, from age 8. Families often find the lodge environment extraordinary for children. The guides are experienced with young guests and adapt the pace accordingly.

What should I pack for the lodge

Bring: quick-dry trousers, warm mid-layer fleece (temperatures drop at night, specially at winter), waterproof jacket, insect repellent (DEET), sunscreen, binoculars, headlamp, and camera. All details are provided per experience booked.

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Compare programs by length and depth - every stay in all-inclusive from Cusco with expert guiding and full board at the lodge.

from USD 986per person

All-inclusive · Departure from Cusco · Max 14 guests · Year-round

Shortest experience3 days - 2 nights

Starting from$986

Group size2 - 8 people

AvailabilityYear-around

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