Cristalino Lodge is nestled within a private reserve in the southern Brazilian Amazon, surrounded by lush forest and set along the banks of the Cristalino River. Its carefully crafted architecture embraces spaces in harmony with the surrounding nature. Discover experiences that will enchant you in the world’s largest tropical rainforest.
Designed to immerse you in the pristine beauty of the Amazon forest reserve, the accommodations embody harmonious architecture with the luxury of the essential. Combining contemporary design with understated charm, each space allows you to feel in complete harmony with nature, without sacrificing comfort.
The bar features a beautiful outdoor deck with a fire pit and views of the surrounding trees and rock formations. The restaurant is designed to provide an authentic taste of local cuisine, offering delicious candlelit dinners that enhance your Amazon experience.
The floating deck on the Cristalino River is a stunning spot to take in breathtaking views and enjoy a refreshing swim in the river. At night, a fire pit completes the setting, inviting you to relax under a sky filled with stars.
Cristalino Lodge offers over 30 km of trails, many of them within Terra Firme forest, an ancient ecosystem that has existed for thousands of years and is home to towering, old-growth trees. With evergreen foliage throughout the year, these trails allow visitors to discover the lush forest, including observing monkeys, birds, diverse landscapes, and the many fascinating secrets of the Amazon.
A highlight of any visit to Cristalino Lodge is the experience of climbing the observation towers. Standing 50 meters tall and located at different points within the reserve, the towers offer breathtaking views of the Amazon, stretching out like a green carpet in every direction. Many species of birds and monkeys can only be seen from these towers. Watching the sunrise as the forest awakens around you is one of the most memorable experiences of your stay.
Canoeing on the Cristalino River is perhaps one of the most relaxing activities of your visit, offering stunning scenery along the way. Gliding silently over the water while observing the rich aquatic life and spotting birds, monkeys, and even tapirs or giant river otters is a true privilege. From January to May, it is also possible to paddle through submerged forests, surrounded by towering trees.
The Amazon rainforest is exceptionally rich in biodiversity, making the discovery and identification of its wildlife and flora a unique experience. The highly trained guides at Cristalino Lodge lead all outdoor activities with expertise, transforming each excursion into an outdoor learning journey in a place of rare natural beauty.
Cristalino Lodge is located in the southern Brazilian Amazon, a destination of remarkable biodiversity, ideal for observing birds, mammals, butterflies, and orchids. The Cristalino Park, which surrounds our reserves, has been classified by the Instituto Socioambiental (ISA) as the park with the greatest biodiversity in the entire Amazon. Here, you will find over 600 species of birds, dozens of mammals, and more than 1,000 species of butterflies.
The Cristalino Lodge menu has been crafted by renowned chef Fábio Vieira, one of Brazil’s leading culinary figures with an extensive repertoire of recipes. Fábio presents a high-end Brazilian gastronomic experience, seamlessly blending Amazonian flavors to delight your senses.
Cristalino Lodge was created to fulfill a dream: to protect the Amazon rainforest. It is through responsible tourism that we bring this purpose to life, preserving and sharing the beauty of the southern Amazon with the world. Visitors like you help protect over 11,000 hectares of our private reserve and support the environmental projects carried out by the Cristalino Foundation.
Cristalino Lodge is accessed via Alta Floresta Airport in Mato Grosso, with direct flights from São Paulo (Viracopos) and connections from major cities across Brazil. Alta Floresta has the second-longest runway in the Central-West region, measuring 2,500 meters, and receives large aircraft operated by Azul Linhas Aéreas.