About us
Amaca Eco Station started as a wonderful idea during the crisis of 2020 so that visitors from all over the world can enjoy the jungle of Peru. Our aim to protect our environment and together with the local community to create work opportunities and to value the richness of this flora and fauna.
We offer two malocas, or typical constructions, for short and long stays, built with dry leaves as roof and local legal wood, with the comfort of electricity, wifi, working area, kitchen, and all the facilities you need.
We are pleased to invite you to fully participate in this adventure where you can also have a bike ride exploring lagoons and discovering new sceneries, hike a natural trail learning and observing the flora and fauna, and take a moment in our special maloca for ceremonies, meditation, exercise and/or just relax in our hammocks.
SasaApril 16, 2024We had the most peaceful and relaxing stay at the Love Maloca embedded in lush jungle nature. The trail on the property is stunning, their dog Gaia is a great companion. It is the perfect place to disconnect from city life. In our case we arrived here directly after an Ayahuasca retreat closeby and were able to continue our dieta with a fully contained kitchen in the maloca. A truly unforgettable stay. A massive thank you Cynthia!
LizaFebruary 16, 2024endroit paisible et magnifique, espace spacieux, la cuisine tres bien équipée avec les ustensiles plus que ceux de base ! La belle Gaïa, le chien de la famille a passé du temps avec nous. Facile d'aller faire des achats à pied. lits confortables, et on était tellement bien que nous devions nous battre pour avoir le hamac ! loll Nous nous recommandons vivement !!!!!
BelenNovember 30, 2023Cynthia, Ben and Gaia (the dog) instantly welcomed me to their place. We also exchanged stories and life discussions. The place is great for relaxing and reconnecting with nature
Marta IsabelSeptember 20, 2023Great location for peace and quietness, you fell as if at home in the middle of the jungle and yet it is only a 10 minutes walk to the main road with easy transport.The host, Benjamin is very helpful and goes the extra mile to make sure all is well. Definitely it is a place to come back and to recommend to others. Many thanks to Cynthia and Benjamin for making our stay a pleasant experience.
AlyssaMay 16, 2023I came from a retreat close by and needed a few days to unwind after. I loved my stay here! It was beautiful and a nice piece of solitude and nature. The hut is fairly big. Cynthia was gone, but Benjamin was so helpful to me for my whole stay. He brought me some great tea and a papaya, and responded to my questions whenever I needed. There are definitely critters, but I got used to them after awhile. If you’re looking for something rustic, stay here. It was a good vibe.
Julie & RussApril 27, 2023Cynthia's place is a jungle oasis. We loved being surrounded by trees and sleeping to the sounds of the frogs and insects. The bungalow is comfortable and spacious. Cynthia and Benjamin are wonderful hosts. They even let us buy a beautiful Shipibo embroidery off of the wall of the bungalow! There aren't many food options in Varillal - one restaurant an easy walk away and 2 small markets - so it's helpful to bring some things from Iquitos.
DeisyApril 7, 2023muchas gracias a Cynthia, fue bastante amable! nos prestó varias cosaspara salir y siempre estuvo atenta, fue una gran experiencia 🥰
AlinApril 2, 2023We arrived earlier than expected but Cynthia was very accommodating. The place is a good fit of anyone that wants some nature outside their window. Will definitely return the next time we are in Iquitos!
ChristineMarch 8, 2023My stay at Cynthia's house was very nice, a very personal contact, directly in the Selva!Sometimes you hear some music of the neighborhood in the evening, but it's the culture here. I recommend this place.
KimJanuary 22, 2023Both Cynthia & Benjamin have an incredibly beautiful energy. Upon arriving I felt immediately at home! Amaca is really well-maintained! I feel so much respect for their hard work they put in this amazing Lodge! Whenever I was in need of their assistance they would be very quick in responding. And always to be felt it was done with their pleasure! The bathroom is gorgeous;The bedroom is nice and spacious AND has a mosquito net window so you can see the sun rise through the trees into the room. The beds are very comfortable.The kitchen is well equipped.The WI-FI works super fluent! So for those who are looking to feel at peace in Jungle Nature and still have to work,… >> this is your spot!There is also a Meditation Maloka which has the possibility to do yoga, meditation,…There is also the chance to hold or receive (a) Ceremonie(s); this for sure can be talked about with Cyn or Benjamin! They are very much open for it! 🐅🤍🐅THIS SACRED SPOT DESERVES A HIGH RANKING ON AIRBNB!🤎
Our Surroundings
- We are located only 14kms from the airport and 23kms from the city of Iquitos. Nearby only 8kms from the Allpahuayo Mishana National Reserve, within the buffer zone where you can observe characteristic lagoons, palms and thin high trees.
- You can visit the CREA, or Centro de Rescate Amazónico, a rescue center located only 400m from our place. In this visit you will learn how they protect manatees and other fauna such as monkeys, macaws and others.
- There is a shop only 10-minute walk where you can find all the basics you need such as fruits, vegetables, groceries, drinks, etc. You can also use our bikes for this shopping.
- You can find two restaurants with comfortable facilities and delicious typical food just 500m from our place. One offers swimming pools and large gardens and the other has a very local taste.
- If you would like to enjoy the nature as it best, with no internet connection, swim in the Amazonas River, and other jungle activities with experienced guides, we suggest the Muyuna Lodge. If you like canopy ziplines together with other jungle activities, we suggest Avatar Lodge. For a short trip into more of these activities with great comfort, we suggest Amak Iquitos Ecolodge. We can help you in the bookings of any of these and highly recommend you for privileged attention.
Our History
- Benjamin & Cynthia crossed paths in this right location and immediately started to work together in this project. Both have lots of ideas and complement each other very well. They have been enjoying the privilege of living in the middle of the jungle and want to share this with all their guests. They are constantly improving Amaca Eco Station.
- Cynthia is Peruvian and after high school she moved to the United States to study and work in California. When she returned, she started working in tourism since 1997, traveling all over South America and visiting every corner of Peru to design the best itineraries and give the best advices for travelers around the world. In 2009, she has begun her own project, “Lima Mentor”, a tour operator specializing in promoting the attractions in the city of Lima, highlighting the culture and gastronomy. Now she is in love with AMACA Project in Iquitos.
- Benjamin is French and worked in Bakery/Pastry there until his 25, then started to Travel around the world to learn and discover different way of living and culture. He did work visa in Australia and New Zealand as a baker and visited various countries of south east Asia. In 2020 he started a road trip in South America and stop in Iquitos to learn about medicinal plants. It turned out that he changed his plan due to the global events and started to work on his new vision of living in a sustainable way for the environment respecting the nature and communities that are living here. Now he is in AMACA Project but also found Peace&Love.
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Sarah2024-03-12peaceful jungle retreat ☺ Really lovely place. Super peaceful and lots of birds and lizards. The owners are great at answering questions and were generous about offering support when I got sick. As a bonus, very near the Amazon Rescue Centre, as well as a small local market and a range of restaurants. I stayed in a maloka with a very well equipped kitchen that was a joy to use.Verified
Nadine2024-01-26Een prachtige start van mijn reis ☺Alsof ik bij familie verbleef. Het verblijf bij Amaca Station was geweldig. Ben en Cynthia doen er alles aan om jou welkom te laten voelen. De omgeving is prachtig, en de maloca's zijn ruim en schoon. Als vrouw alleen op reis, heb ik me geen enkel moment onveilig gevoeld. Ben heeft mountainbikes ter beschikking die je ieder moment van de dag kunt pakken. Ik heb prachtige fietstochten gemaakt naar de lagoons. Er is een supermarktje in de buurt waar je naar toe kunt wandelen. Ondanks dat alle faciliteiten geweldig waren, was het de host die mijn verblijf onvergetelijk heeft gemaakt. ☹Geen punten.Verified
Christian2024-01-01ExceptionalVerified
Herrera2023-11-06Recomendable ☺En buen lugar para descansar relajarte escapar de cualquier lugar, estás con la naturaleza es recomendableVerified
Melanie2023-08-01☺Todo er muy bonito, el sitio, la maloca, los hosts y la naturaleza alrededor. Me encanto! El desayuno era variado y sano, me gusto mucho. Muy recomendable!Verified
Jorge2023-06-22excelente para experimentar la estancia en plena selva ☺el alojamiento queda en plena selva. Al lado está en centro de rescate de los manatíes y a 20 minutos una reserva muy recomendable.Los anfitriones son muy amables y serviciales.Verified
Margret2023-05-23Very good
We spent two incredible nights at Ben's Maloca and it was truly one of the most amazing experiences. The room was exceptionally well appointed and we discovered our favorite restaurant, El Mijano, nearby. Ben's place is not only nestled in stunning natural surroundings, it's also very peaceful. Besides the warm welcome from Ben himself, we were also greeted by Gaïa, a lovely girl who brought an abundance of love and tranquility to our stay. I highly recommend Ben's place if you're looking for a quiet retreat in the beauty of nature.
After a lot of hustle and bustle in Iquitos, we felt very comfortable in Amaca! Benjamin and Cynthia have put a lot of attention to detail into this beautiful place. There were two of us in the beautiful Maloca, which had a perfectly equipped kitchen with a large refrigerator and blender. A dream for us after we had been traveling for some time. If you love dogs, this is the right place for you - Gaia follows you every step of the way. In addition, you are surrounded by large and small animals, almost like you are in the jungle.
I’m so grateful I stumbled upon Amaca while searching for a quite spot in the jungle to integrate after a plant medicine retreat. The Maloca was so clean and comfortable. I had everything I needed. The hosts went above and beyond to ensure I was take care of. I couldn’t recommend Amaca more. This is a beautiful balance of comfort, incredible nature settings, jungle sounds, the convenience of shops restaurants and a wildlife rehabilitation centre within a short, charming walk. My favourite part of my experience was the beautiful bond Gaia, their dog and I shared. Looking forward to my next visit! ❤️
The two rooms are beautifully done “malocas” with a small kitchen and own bathroom in each. They are in a pretty section of the jungle not too far from town. Our hosts were kind and wonderful. For the price a truly excellent value. Highly recommended!
The owners were very friendly and let me use their WIFI for a job interview that lasted several hours, this really saved me! Thank you so much; best WIFI you can get in and around Iquitos and very nice owners :))
