What are the best eco-lodges to visit in South America?

South America offers some of the world’s most exceptional eco-lodges, each providing unique experiences in pristine natural environments. Treehouse Lodge in Peru’s Amazon rainforest features elevated cabins built among living trees near Iquitos, accessible only by boat. The lodge uses solar power and rainwater collection while offering wildlife spotting and nighttime excursions.

Explora Patagonia in Chile’s Torres del Paine National Park combines luxury with sustainability, utilizing geothermal and solar energy while offering glacier visits and challenging hiking trails. Awasi Iguazú in Argentina provides personalized luxury with private villas, each having its own heated pool and dedicated guide for exploring the famous waterfalls.

For a truly unique experience, La Manigua Lodge in Colombia’s Caño Cristales offers access to the stunning ‘River of Five Colors,’ while Explora Sacred Valley in Peru serves as the perfect base for visiting Machu Picchu. Yacutinga Lodge in Argentina’s Misiones Rainforest and Pikaia Lodge in Ecuador’s Galápagos Islands round out this exceptional collection, each committed to conservation and providing authentic cultural experiences with local communities.