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Cristalino Lodge
Alta Floresta, Mato Grosso, Brazil · Independent · High Luxury
Conservationist Vitoria Da Riva Carvalho opened Cristalino Jungle Lodge in 1990 near Alta Floresta, among the first jungle lodges in Brazil's southern Amazon, then locked the forest in with a private natural-heritage reserve (RPPN) in 1997. Architect Adriana Da Riva later shaped the 18 bungalows, decks, and dining rooms (roughly 2005 to 2015) for birdwatching and canopy-tower stays that fund the rainforest around them.
- 18 rooms
- Opened 1990
- Architect: Adriana Da Riva
About Cristalino Lodge
- Founded in 1990 by conservationist Vitoria Da Riva Carvalho as Cristalino Jungle Lodge, among the first jungle lodges in the Alta Floresta region.
- A private natural heritage reserve (RPPN) was created in 1997 to protect the surrounding rainforest.
- Current bungalows, decks, and dining structures were designed by architect Adriana Da Riva between about 2005 and 2015.
- The lodge keeps about 18 accommodations and is known for birdwatching from canopy towers over the reserve.
History
Cristalino Lodge is a pioneering Amazon ecolodge near Alta Floresta in the Brazilian state of Mato Grosso, founded in 1990 by conservationist Vitoria Da Riva Carvalho as the Cristalino Jungle Lodge. It was among the first jungle lodges in the region and helped establish ecotourism as a means of protecting the surrounding rainforest, anchored by a private natural heritage reserve (RPPN) created in 1997.
The lodge's bungalows, decks and dining structures were progressively built between roughly 2005 and 2015 to designs by architect Adriana Da Riva, using low-impact construction sympathetic to the forest. With around 18 accommodations, Cristalino has repeatedly been recognized among the world's leading ecolodges for its birdwatching, canopy towers and conservation mission.
Experiences
- Tours with specialized guides — Private group tours with specialized guides to supplement the visit's experiences.
- Yoga immersions — Yoga immersion workshops held at the lodge.
- Literary gatherings — Literary gatherings frequently held at the lodge.
- Ecotourism trainings — Ecotourism training sessions frequently held at the lodge.
- Photography workshops — Photography workshops frequently held at the lodge.
Amenities
- Open fire area decorated with candles for events
- Bar and restaurant with service flexible to group needs
- Customized menus using fresh and organic Amazon ingredients
- Exclusive full-hotel reservations for special groups
- Private guided tours with specialized guides
- Events team to tailor celebrations, meetings, workshops and award presentations
Awards
- Robb Report 50 Greatest Hotels on Earth (2026)
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