An intimate, family-run eco-lodge set within a private reserve overlooking Gocta Falls, offering just five cabins, immersive cloud forest experiences and authentic local encounters, all delivered with a strong focus on sustainability.
Highlights
Passionate conservationists, your hosts have built the lodge from scratch on their private nature reserve
Tucked within a private reserve in northern Peru, Gocta Natura offers an intimate, immersive stay overlooking the dramatic Gocta Falls. This family-run eco-lodge is deeply rooted in its surroundings, with a genuine commitment to sustainability and close collaboration with the local community to protect this remarkable cloud forest environment.
Just five handcrafted wooden cabins are thoughtfully positioned across the forested hillside, ensuring a sense of seclusion and uninterrupted views towards the falls. Built using locally sourced materials, each cabin is elegantly simple, with warm wooden interiors, spacious bathrooms and open showers. Private decks invite you to slow down and take in the sights and sounds of the forest, with the distant roar of the falls as a constant backdrop.
Dining is a relaxed, convivial affair, with all meals included and served in the main lodge or alfresco when the weather allows. Expect wholesome, home-cooked dishes prepared with fresh, seasonal ingredients sourced from the surrounding region. Evenings are best spent by the fire in the cosy lounge, sharing stories after a day of exploration, while an honesty bar offers a selection of drinks to enjoy at your leisure.
From the lodge, a guided trek of around two hours leads you through lush cloud forest to the base of Gocta Falls—one of Peru’s most spectacular natural wonders—with horses available for those who prefer a gentler journey. Along the way, you’ll encounter extraordinary biodiversity, from vibrant birdlife to unique plant species.
Experiences here go far beyond the lodge itself. Guests are invited to connect with the local culture through thoughtfully arranged activities, whether visiting nearby sugarcane plantations, learning traditional weaving techniques, or harvesting fresh produce before taking part in a hands-on cooking experience. For those keen to explore further, the extraordinary Kuelap fortress and the enigmatic Karajia Sarcophagi provide fascinating insight into the region’s pre-Incan heritage.
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Enquire NowGocta Natura is located 45 minutes by road from the village of Chachapoyas. Gocta Falls are approximately a 2-hour hike from the lodge, whilst the surrounding area is home to the pre-Incan ruins of the Kuelap Fortress (approximately 3 hours by road) and the Karajia sarcophagi (approximately 1 hour by road).
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Hike to Gocta Falls
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