Chalalan Ecolodge in Madidi National Park
Journey to a lakeside eco-lodge in Madidi National Park where nocturnal canoe rides, nature hikes and cultural activity evenings form the background to a 3 night stay.
Rurrenabaque Beni and Tuichi river boat rides Madidi National Park Chalalan Lagoon Tapare Trail Eslabon River Trail indigenous cultural evening animals you might expect to see: black spider monkeys, tapirs, deer, peccaries, caimans, squirrel monkeys, howler monkeys, and capuchin monkeys nocturnal canoes rides rainforest eco-lodge designed to benefit indigenous local communities
Price
US $835 excluding flights
More info
Price based on 4 people, double/twin room with private bathroom.
2 people USD1,200 p.p. Shorter/ longer trips available. Inc: all activities, guides, meals and transport at lodge, but not travel to/from lodge (overland or flight, USD 220 approx)
2 people USD1,200 p.p. Shorter/ longer trips available. Inc: all activities, guides, meals and transport at lodge, but not travel to/from lodge (overland or flight, USD 220 approx)
Description of Chalalan Ecolodge in Madidi National Park
Price information
US $835 excluding flights
Price based on 4 people, double/twin room with private bathroom.
2 people USD1,200 p.p. Shorter/ longer trips available. Inc: all activities, guides, meals and transport at lodge, but not travel to/from lodge (overland or flight, USD 220 approx)
2 people USD1,200 p.p. Shorter/ longer trips available. Inc: all activities, guides, meals and transport at lodge, but not travel to/from lodge (overland or flight, USD 220 approx)
Departure information
Daily departures throughout the year
Travel guides
Our guide reveals how to make the most of a vacation in one of Latin America's least-visited countries.
The perfect introduction to getting your head around the extraordinary life on earth, and where to go to find it.
Vacation information
Dietary requirements:
We can cater for vegetarian and vegan diets.
Reviews
1 Reviews of Chalalan Ecolodge in Madidi National Park
4 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2018 by Martin Blow
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your vacation?
The overall authentic rain forest experience at Chalalan, inc. the 4.5 boat trip that was memorable in itself. Seeing Pink River Dolphins.
2. What tips would you give other travelers booking this vacation?
For Caracoles Lodge. It is extremely hot - no fans in rooms. At night this was a problem compounded by total darkness, a night light in the room (we could have taken one); take ear plus, the walls are paper thin and can hear every word our neighbours were saying and at least on a Fri and Sat at the nearest own there is a bar that plays very loud, very bass-y music that started around 9pm and was still going when I was up at first light (5.30am) to go birding. The guide told me this is the case every weekend. Ear plus would have helped.
Take long sleeved cool breathable clothing.
Take plenty of good quality mosquito repellent.
Take the best touch you can - excellent for viewing wildlife at night at Chalalan
Don't rely on US $ - change money to Bolivianos
3. Did you feel that your vacation benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Chalalan is owned by the local village and villagers work at the lodge both as guides and support staff.
4. Finally, how would you rate your vacation overall?
We combined our rainforest tour with a day and night in Bogota around our flights. We also had 3 nights in La Paz before we moved on to the rain forest and at the end - to see our daughter who is there as part of her year abroad via university. The trip was a real adventure, but very tiring. 8 flights in 13 days. La Paz is not the easiest place to get to. However, despite this we had a great time, and definitely recommend a trip to Bolivia and Chalalan Lodge in particular.
Read the operator's response here:
Thank you for your comments and we’re delighted that you had an excellent vacation!
The wildlife in Bolivia’s Amazon and Pampas region is fantastic and we are delighted that you could experience many highlights. Sadly, lodge options are not of the same standard as in neighbouring countries and are generally basic (we had advised of this before travel), especially in the Pampas – but seeing pink river dolphins certainly makes up for that and it’s reassuring to see that this hasn’t dampened your overall experience.
Thank you again for taking your time to send us your comments!
The wildlife in Bolivia’s Amazon and Pampas region is fantastic and we are delighted that you could experience many highlights. Sadly, lodge options are not of the same standard as in neighbouring countries and are generally basic (we had advised of this before travel), especially in the Pampas – but seeing pink river dolphins certainly makes up for that and it’s reassuring to see that this hasn’t dampened your overall experience.
Thank you again for taking your time to send us your comments!
Responsible Travel
As the pioneers of responsible tourism, we've screened this (and every) vacation so that you can travel knowing we've worked to maximise the benefits of your vacation to local people and places, and minimise any negative impacts.
Planet
Chalalán Eco-Lodge was established to create an income-generating tourism activity for the local Quechua-Tacana communities while supporting the protection of the surrounding forest and its natural resources. The lodge is administered by the local community, with local community members working across the operation, including as cooks, boatmen, guides and office staff.The lodge was constructed using predominantly locally available materials, including materials sourced from the surrounding forest. Solar panels provide electricity for the lodge, and an ecological wastewater treatment system is in place to manage wastewater from the property.
Revenue generated by the lodge contributes to the local community through its ownership and operation. This provides an economic role for tourism alongside other local livelihoods.
People
The lodge employs professionally trained local guides who have detailed knowledge of the Madidi landscape, its wildlife and local plant species. They share their knowledge of the forest, including the uses of plants in local life for food, construction, crafts and traditional medicine, helping visitors learn more about the environment and the communities connected to it.Popular similar vacations
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