At Terraverde Hotels, we believe hospitality goes beyond creating memorable experiences. It also means caring for the environment, celebrating local culture, and contributing to the well-being of the communities that make our destination unique.
With over 50 years of hospitality experience in Iquitos, we strive to promote responsible tourism through initiatives that encourage the mindful use of natural resources, Amazon rainforest conservation, and local economic development.
This commitment is reflected across our operations, including Victoria Regia Hotel & Suites, Hotel Acosta, Heliconia Amazon River Lodge, and Siete Puertas Restaurante. Each contributes in ways suited to its location and operations, guided by a shared vision: growing alongside the Amazon while helping preserve its natural, cultural, and human heritage.
The Peruvian Amazon is home to extraordinary biodiversity, ecosystems, and natural resources. At Terraverde Hotels, we recognize the importance of protecting this heritage and promoting practices that support its conservation.
Responsible Water Use
Across our three accommodation properties — Victoria Regia Hotel & Suites, Hotel Acosta, and Heliconia Amazon River Lodge — we encourage guests to use water mindfully and participate in responsible practices during their stay.
One of these initiatives is voluntary towel reuse over several days, which helps reduce laundry frequency and the associated consumption of water, energy, and cleaning products.
We believe encouraging these habits among guests and employees is an important way to integrate environmental care into our daily operations.
Renewable Energy in the Amazon Rainforest
At Heliconia Amazon River Lodge, located along the banks of the Amazon River, we operate with a solar energy system that provides electricity 24 hours a day.
This technology reduces dependence on fossil fuels and contributes to more responsible operations in a remote natural environment.
Amazon Rainforest Conservation and Reforestation
Through Heliconia Amazon River Lodge, we participate in initiatives focused on conserving the Yanamono Forest and protecting its natural resources.
These efforts include reforestation with native species and raising awareness about the importance of preserving iconic Amazonian trees and plants, such as the lupuna tree and aguaje palms.
We aim to promote a greater understanding of the ecological value of these ecosystems and the need to protect them for future generations.
Taricaya River Turtle Conservation
One of our most representative conservation initiatives focuses on protecting the taricaya, a freshwater turtle native to the Peruvian Amazon.
At Heliconia Amazon River Lodge, we participate in activities related to the protection and management of taricaya eggs, as well as the release of hatchlings into their natural environment, following applicable procedures and authorizations.
These efforts are part of our commitment to supporting the conservation of the species and raising awareness among visitors and communities about the importance of protecting Amazonian wildlife.
Protecting Wildlife and Natural Resources
We also promote the conservation of iconic Amazonian species and natural resources, including the paiche, various primates, aguaje palms, and ecologically important trees such as the lupuna.
Through awareness initiatives and guided experiences, we seek to encourage respect for wildlife and responsible observation of animals in their natural habitats.
We believe responsible tourism should create opportunities and contribute to the well-being of the people who call our destinations home.
That is why we maintain relationships with riverside communities near Heliconia Amazon River Lodge, particularly in the Yanamono area, supporting collaboration, education, and respect for Amazonian cultural identity.
Supporting Education in Amazonian Communities
Education plays an essential role in community development and creating new opportunities.
Our social responsibility initiatives include supporting the educational needs of students in communities near Heliconia Amazon River Lodge, including the Yanamono community along the Amazon River.
Through these efforts, we aim to support the work of local families and teachers while recognizing the importance of education for the future of the region's children and young people.
Environmental Education and Awareness
We believe conservation begins with knowledge.
We therefore promote awareness initiatives focused on forest protection, wildlife conservation, and responsible use of natural resources.
These activities aim to strengthen environmental awareness among visitors, employees, and communities, encouraging a respectful relationship with Amazonian ecosystems.
Working with Local Artisans to Protect Wildlife
Amazonian handicrafts are an important expression of the cultural identity of the region's communities.
At Terraverde Hotels, we seek to support local artisans while encouraging more sustainable approaches to handicraft production.
These initiatives include promoting alternatives to animal-derived materials, such as feathers, claws, and skins, helping preserve cultural traditions without contributing to harm to wildlife.
In this way, we aim to encourage practices that combine respect for local traditions with biodiversity conservation.
Respecting Amazonian Culture and Traditions
We value the knowledge, customs, and ways of life of the communities living in the Peruvian Amazon.
Through our travel experiences, we aim to introduce visitors to this cultural heritage through respectful exchange and learning, recognizing the essential role local communities play in protecting their environment.
We understand that sustainability also means contributing to the economic development of our destination.
That is why we seek to strengthen relationships with small producers, suppliers, artisans, and employees in Iquitos and Amazonian communities, creating opportunities that allow tourism's benefits to reach local people.
Local Sourcing and Regional Gastronomy
At Terraverde Hotels, we believe gastronomy offers an opportunity to celebrate the richness of our region while contributing to its economic development.
Across our operations, including Victoria Regia Hotel & Suites, Hotel Acosta, Heliconia Amazon River Lodge, and Siete Puertas Restaurante, we prioritize sourcing local ingredients and products, strengthening our relationships with farmers, small producers, and suppliers from Iquitos and Amazonian communities.
Products we source include cassava, plantains, papaya, chili peppers, and other locally grown fruits and vegetables.
Through our culinary offerings, we aim to showcase the flavors of the Peruvian Amazon and recognize the people who grow, produce, and supply the ingredients served at our tables.
In doing so, we help create economic opportunities for local families while strengthening the connection between tourism, gastronomy, and the development of our destination.
Local Employment Opportunities
Across our operations, we value the talent, experience, and knowledge of people from the region.
At Heliconia Amazon River Lodge, approximately 90% of our team consists of local employees, whose understanding of the rainforest, its traditions, and biodiversity is an essential part of the experiences we offer.
Encouraging local employment helps create job opportunities and maintain a close connection with our destination.
Supporting Community Businesses
We seek to help tourism create economic opportunities for small businesses and Amazonian artisans.
By promoting locally made products and encouraging sustainable alternatives, we aim to ensure tourism contributes to the appreciation of regional culture and the well-being of local communities.
At Terraverde Hotels, we see sustainability not as an isolated initiative, but as part of our responsibility to the destination where our hospitality journey began more than 50 years ago.
From the mindful use of natural resources to biodiversity conservation and supporting the local economy, we aim to ensure that our decisions contribute to the well-being of Iquitos and its Amazonian communities.
We recognize that there is always room for improvement. That is why we continue working alongside our employees, guests, suppliers, and partners to incorporate increasingly responsible practices into our operations.
Our purpose is to continue growing alongside the Amazon, helping preserve its natural, cultural, and human heritage for future generations.
Learn more about our conservation and responsible tourism initiatives at Heliconia Amazon River Lodge.