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Chalalán Ecolodge (Albergue Ecológico Chalalán)
San José de Uchupiamonas, La Paz, Bolivia · Independent · Near Luxury
Established in 1999 as a joint initiative between the Quechua-Tacana community and Conservation International, Chalalán is a world-renowned model for community-based ecotourism. The lodge is entirely owned and operated by the indigenous people of San José de Uchupiamonas, who utilize profits to support local health and education. It was constructed using traditional building techniques and sustainable materials to ensure a low environmental footprint within the protected park.
- 9 rooms
- Opened 1999
History
Established in 1999 as a joint initiative between the Quechua-Tacana community and Conservation International, Chalalán is a world-renowned model for community-based ecotourism. The lodge is entirely owned and operated by the indigenous people of San José de Uchupiamonas, who utilize profits to support local health and education. It was constructed using traditional building techniques and sustainable materials to ensure a low environmental footprint within the protected park.
Experiences
- Guided walks on interpretation trails — 50 kilometers of interpretation trails with bilingual native guides knowledgeable in rainforest natural history.
- Ecological tourism in the Laguna Chalalán — Stays in a natural sanctuary with guests accompanied by people who share a love for adventure, nature and cultural diversity.
- Lake Chalalán canoe rides — Lake canoe rides guided by native bilingual guides.
- Wildlife viewing with guides — Guides help guests see a lot of wildlife, per a traveller review.
- Forest enrichment tree planting — Voluntary activity in which visitors plant high-value trees such as mara or mahogany as part of a forest enrichment process.
Amenities
- Traditional Tacana-style cabins with palm-leaf roofs
- 50 kilometers of guided interpretive jungle trails
- Wildlife canoe excursions on Lake Chalalán
- Organic community-sourced Amazonian cuisine
- Bilingual naturalist guides from the local community
- Traditional Quechua-Tacana cultural nights with music and dance
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