[3] Ranging from the Andes Mountains to the rainforests of the Tuichi River, Madidi was recognized in 2018 by the Wildlife Conservation Society as the world's most biologically diverse national park.
The park is home to indigenous groups including the Tacanan-speaking Tacana and Ese Ejja, the closely related Tsimané and Mosetén, and the voluntarily isolated Toromona.
[10] The National Park and Integrated Management Natural Area Madidi is located in the northwest region of the Department of La Paz, in the provinces Franz Tamayo, Iturralde and Abel Bautista Saavedra.
Chalalan Ecolodge is a community ecotourism venture owned by the indigenous village of San José de Uchupiamonas, which receives profits from the hostel's operations and contributes to areas such as health and education.
The tourism package includes transportation from Rurrenabaque to the hostel, a tour of the Beni and Tuichi rivers, cabin accommodation in Tacana-style rooms with private bathrooms, international fusion cuisine (English Amazon), and guidance from indigenous community members who speak Quechua and Spanish and are trained and certified.
Chalalan features 30 kilometers of environmental interpretation trails, paddle canoes for exploring the lagoon, a large gazebo, and a dining room with a social area.
Sadiri Lodge was established as an alternative approach to protect against extractive and deforestation activities that threaten the rich and diverse natural area and water reservoir.
Currently, Sadiri Lodge is managed and administered by members of the San José De Uchupiamonas Indigenous People, located in the heart of the Madidi, the most mega-diverse protected area in the world.
The primary goal of Sadiri Lodge is to preserve the 34,000 hectares of pristine forest, natural water reservoirs, and diverse wildlife of the Bolivian jungle.
The area under Sadiri's protection boasts over 430 species of birds, indicating its ecological importance and supporting a variety of reptiles, insects, amphibians, and vibrant flora like bromeliads and orchids.
Expert local Uchupiamonas guides skillfully identify these species using their ancestral forest knowledge, animal calling techniques, keen senses, and cultural stories, providing visitors to Sadiri Lodge with an unforgettable and enriching experience.
It is the most remote camp in Madidi National Park and features cabins built in the traditional Quechua-Takana style using local natural resources.
Madidi Jungle Ecolodge, open to visitors since mid-2011, is a 100% local initiative operated by indigenous families of the TCO San José de Uchupiamonas.
[18] Environmental losses caused by the road project could threaten current and future conservation and tourism activities in this protected area, which generate significant economic benefits to the region.