Wildlife in the Amazon rainforest at Tapir Lodge
AMAZONAS · ECUADOR

Sustainability

Solar power, wildlife respect, and community partnership.

Terrazas y arquitectura solar de Tapir Lodge inmersa en la selva
Pilar 01
01 • CLEAN ENERGY

Our Lodge: 100% Solar Powered

  • ✓The lodge was built with natural materials and runs entirely on solar energy.
  • ✓No noisy generators (unlike many other lodges) — just silence and the sounds of the jungle.
  • ✓We use composting dry toilets and manage waste in an eco-friendly way to minimize our impact.
  • ✓In the kitchen, we use local and natural products whenever possible.
Protected fauna and biodiversity in Cuyabeno
Exotic birds and species of the Amazonian canopy
Respectful wildlife observation in their natural habitat
Primates and mammals in the Cuyabeno Wildlife Reserve
Protected species in the surrounding Tapir Lodge ecosystem
Reptiles and amphibians of the Amazon basin
Unique encounters with Amazonian biodiversity

Protected fauna and biodiversity in Cuyabeno

02 • CONSERVATION

Respect for Wildlife

In the Amazon, we are guests. That’s why:

  • ✓We never get too close to animals.
  • ✓We avoid using laser pointers or strong lights, so we don’t disturb them.
  • ✓All our guides follow strict standards for responsible tourism and ethical wildlife observation.
Trabajo y convivencia con la comunidad Siona
Pilar 03
03 • COMMUNITY

Working with the Community

  • ✓We work closely with the local Siona community.
  • ✓Our guides are from the region and have deep knowledge of the rainforest.
  • ✓Our excursions take place in traditional canoes used by the Siona people.
  • ✓Community visits are respectful and focused on authentic cultural exchange.

Forest, people, purpose

Wildlife, community visits, and a lodge that runs on silence and solar power.

Rainforest and community around Tapir Lodge slide-01 largeRainforest and community around Tapir Lodge slide-01 topRainforest and community around Tapir Lodge slide-01 bottom
Rainforest and community around Tapir Lodge slide-02 largeRainforest and community around Tapir Lodge slide-02 topRainforest and community around Tapir Lodge slide-02 bottom
Rainforest and community around Tapir Lodge slide-03 largeRainforest and community around Tapir Lodge slide-03 topRainforest and community around Tapir Lodge slide-03 bottom
Rainforest and community around Tapir Lodge slide-04 largeRainforest and community around Tapir Lodge slide-04 topRainforest and community around Tapir Lodge slide-04 bottom
Rainforest and community around Tapir Lodge slide-05 largeRainforest and community around Tapir Lodge slide-05 topRainforest and community around Tapir Lodge slide-05 bottom
Rainforest and community around Tapir Lodge slide-06 largeRainforest and community around Tapir Lodge slide-06 topRainforest and community around Tapir Lodge slide-06 bottom
Rainforest and community around Tapir Lodge slide-07 largeRainforest and community around Tapir Lodge slide-07 topRainforest and community around Tapir Lodge slide-07 bottom
Rainforest and community around Tapir Lodge slide-08 largeRainforest and community around Tapir Lodge slide-08 topRainforest and community around Tapir Lodge slide-08 bottom
Rainforest and community around Tapir Lodge slide-09 largeRainforest and community around Tapir Lodge slide-09 topRainforest and community around Tapir Lodge slide-09 bottom
Rainforest and community around Tapir Lodge slide-10 largeRainforest and community around Tapir Lodge slide-10 topRainforest and community around Tapir Lodge slide-10 bottom
Rainforest and community around Tapir Lodge slide-11 largeRainforest and community around Tapir Lodge slide-11 topRainforest and community around Tapir Lodge slide-11 bottom
Rainforest and community around Tapir Lodge slide-12 largeRainforest and community around Tapir Lodge slide-12 top