Tambo Ilusion, Tarapoto, Peru | Yoga and Health & Wellness Retreat Center

About Tambo Ilusion

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A/C in Rooms

Free Wifi

Spa

Sauna

Pool

Towels

Free Parking

Kitchen

Tour Assistance

Hot Tub

Coffee/Tea

Cafe

Restaurant

Fitness Center

Yoga Studio

Housekeeping

Bicycles For Rent

We are happy to share with our guests our unique home and the activities we do in order to achieve to live in harmony with nature in a sustainable manner. You will enjoy the gorgeous and peaceful natural surroundings. The jewel of Tambo Ilusión is its secluded fresh water lagoon which is a cool and refreshing natural spring, just a joy to swim in. Relax and meditate on the dock while enjoying the chant of the birds and the murmur of the creek's running water. It's the perfect spot to do some soul searching.

Excellent reviews!

Tambo Ilusión Retreat Center is a proud winner of the prestigious Certificate of Excellence designation received from TripAdvisor: "Certificate of Excellence 2015”, “Certificate of Excellence 2016" and “Certificate of Excellence 2017". This award recognizes establishments that consistently earn glowing traveler reviews on TripAdvisor. Tambo Ilusion is a 2018 winner of the LTG Award (Luxury Travel Guide).
Tambo Ilusión was also chosen as one of Peru's top five yoga retreat centers in a publication of El Comercio, one of the main national newspaper!

Guests rave about the food as well as the personalized attention, the beauty of the surroundings and the quality of the self-care practices offered (yoga, Reiki session, guided nature walks, etc.).

You can trust you will have an unforgettable and lasting experience in this oasis.

Tambo Ilusión offers an environment that is conducive to many A-ha moments.

More highlights of Tambo Ilusión:

Ideal location - close to the local airport and the center of town yet, surrounded by forest.
It's owner, Armando Rodriguez is a visionary. He is passionate about his 34 acre (14 hectare) garden!
Everybody that sets foot on this property is taken by its beauty and its energy. No one wants to leave!
Low magnetic field on the property. We encourage doing a digital detox during your time here.
There is no electricity in the rooms. Using candles creates a romantic atmosphere and guests claim to sleep so well here.
Tambo Ilusion Retreat Center is family run. Expect very personalized attention. We offer an intimate experience.

Meals

Menu Types

Vegan

Vegetarian

Pescetarian

Ayurvedic

Includes Meat

Organic

Gluten Free

Dairy Free

Nut Free

Guests rave about the nourishing and delicious food served here, especially omnivores who were a little concerned about eating a vegetarian diet for the duration of their stay! Healthy, colorful, varied, delicious and nourishing meals are prepared with care and love. Special dietary needs can be accommodated with advanced notice.

Getting Here

Tambo Ilusion, Tarapoto, San Martin, Peru

Directions

Tambo Ilusion is situated in the high jungle mountain region of the Amazon rainforest (400 meters or 1300 feet above sea level). It is a short 1h15 minute domestic flight from Lima's International Airport to Tarapoto. There are many flights daily. Tambo Ilusión is located only 20 minutes away from Tarapoto's local airport. Transfers to and from the airport by mototaxi are included in each of our programs.

Customer Reviews

5.00 out of 5.0 average rating

Amar • Jan 11, 2019

5.0

Amazing 5 day yoga retreat and more!

I signed up to the 5 day yoga retreat at Tambo Ilusion for a few reasons. I wanted to take some time out in a relaxed environment to reflect on some recent challenges I had been experiencing. I also wanted to strengthen the foundations of my yoga practice so I have something to take back to the UK with me. I can honestly say that being at Tambo Ilusion has helped me to achieve both of these aims and more. Eating a fresh vegetarian diet has done wonders for my digestive system making me feel lighter and healthier. Every meal has been varied, colourful, tasty, thoughtfully put together and beautifully presented. Moreover, during mealtimes Johanne is happy to discuss enthusiastically the health benefits of the different elements that make up the meal we are eating. I have been able to experience how living amongst the serenity of nature and practicing yoga and meditation within this beautiful setting has really helped to calm my mind and take a step back to reflect. Johanne’s yoga instruction pays particular attention to the importance of alignment. Along with a variety of classes each offering a slightly different perspective, this has really allowed me to deepen my connection with my own personal practice. Not to mention the tips and additional resources that Johanne has provided so that I can keep developing my practice. I have had a really amazing time at Tambo Illusion. Both Johanne and Armando are very welcoming and I thoroughly recommend this retreat to practice yoga and connect.

Jade • Dec 10, 2018

5.0

I was humbly welcomed as part of the family

The retreat itself is nestled in a perfect part of Tarapoto, not too far from the city but far enough away from the hustle and bustle of motortaxis and the plaza. I was welcomed with open arms by Johanne, her husband Armando and Daniel and Gabriela who looked after the meals and additional services. I travelled from Australia and wasn’t sure what to expect. But my time there was relaxing, rewarding and I feel I left with a great sense of clarity that I had been searching for. I completed the Level 1 Reiki initiation which was informative and really helped me understand the principles to go forth and practice on myself, friends and family. I can’t wait to return!

Onnik • Jun 14, 2018

5.0

Tambo Ilusion is the real thing!

Armando and Johanne create such a wonderful atmosphere, which feels like home. The place is serene and tranquil, yet full of life. One almost immediately forgets the noises of the big city, when stepping foot through the gates of Tambo Ilusion, as rain, wind or the animal life in the jungle create wonderful harmonious sounds. The rooms are comfortable and the breakfast provided a healthy start to the day. Daniel is the Master Chef and his skills to create a perfect blend of healthy and nutritious food for breakfast, lunch and dinner is evident with every meal. My time at Tambo Ilusion was wonderful and I enjoyed talking with and learning about Tarapoto and Peru from Armando, Johanne and Daniel. Thank you. Look forward to visiting again.

I want to thank you again for your hospitality. My stay at Tambo Ilusion was absolutely wonderful and I enjoyed every moment of it. My experience with the master plant ayahuasca was memorable and incredible. I can really truly appreciate everything about it and Lucho's passion in creating the proper set and setting. Look forward to staying at Tambo in the near future and experiencing more of what the Amazon has to offer. I plan to organize a trip to Tambo Ilusion with a number of my friends, so they can experience the magic as well.

Annonymous • Nov 28, 2017

5.0

WONDERLAND

I left Lima with the only intention to participate in a Yoga Retreat and receive the New Years helped and motivated by the Asanas. I was so lucky to have found a place that gives you so much in just a few days. Johanna is not only a Yoga instructor, she is a spiritual guide, a kind and devoted one. She is a great nutritionist so while you are breathing your fears away your body is expelling toxins without suffering from hunger at all. Armando is responsable for the amazing sustainability project the have developed in Tambo Ilusion, not only the place is Beautiful but it is Meaningful. He is recuperating animals, plants and trees that otherwise would be "eaten" by irresponsable construction developments. They are a simple yet sophisticated couple with a mission and they have an extraordinary network of shamans and curanderos that help you with your different issues. It is a life changing wonderful experience I recommend.

~MilanoMusi

Annonymous • Nov 28, 2017

5.0

A must visit if in Peru! Inspiring in many ways <3

I did the 5 day yoga and nature retreat, I don't know where to start this review as it was 10/10 for me. It was just amazing. I wanted to do more than one retreat in a row but I had run out of travel time. All the retreats look amazing and after visiting I want to do them even more! Tambo illusion was beautiful and Armando and his team do an amazing job at keeping it protected and conserved. It was very inspiring to see and meet someone so dedicated to this. It was very hot so don't forget some cooler clothing but also remember to bring long cloths for mosquitos. Don't forget your swimmers either because the lagoon they have is so so so relaxing, you can't not get in it!! I only wore bug spray once on the trek and only gotten bitten once by a sand fly so bonus of this area is the mosquitos aren't crazy. You just need to where socks and long cloths early morning and early evening. The yoga was in depth and Johanne was an amazing teacher. She has so much knowledge and patience to be able to create an amazing schedule for you and I can see she can customise depending on level. I have been to a few classes back at home all ready and honestly nothing compares to Johannes teaching! I also received reiki from Johanne which was incredible and she also reikied my room after I had some bad dreams the night before. The food was amazing cooked by Daniel and Gabriella. I had lemon tea brought to me each morning by Johanne which was a great start to the day. The meals were created with love and passion, they were absolutely delicious. On my last day I also got to prepare a breakfast with Johanne and it was an amazing end to my stay. I've come home very inspired to eat better, live better and do the thing I love doing more. This experience was more than I could have asked for and I really hope to return one day! Tambo ilusion is rustic and would be amazing to just stay a few nights at through out your travels but it was an amazing way to finish my 5 week trip in peru by attending the retreat and delving deeply into mind body and spirit connection. Would highly recommend :)

~SamVau

Mission & Vision

Tambo Ilusión is a nature reserve as well as a wellness retreat center offering alternative retreat programs. Our wellness retreats are offered ongoingly thoughout the year except for the months of March and August.

Located in the rural area of Tarapoto in the San Martin region of Peru, Tambo Ilusión will transport you miles away from the city life.

Tambo Ilusion is easily accessible. We are located less than 20 minutes away from the local airport and 15 minutes from the center of Tarapoto city. Yet, once on the property one is totally immersed in nature.

The jewels of Tambo Ilusión are its secluded fresh water lagoon which is a natural spring and the gorgeous yoga shala. Both will carry you to a different dimension!

We have started a medicinal plant garden and are happy to share some of the interesting properties of these plants with our guests

At Tambo Ilusión, we offer various retreat experiences: yoga retreat, detox retreat, Reiki initiation Level 1, Vegetarian (or vegan) culinary retreat, SUP yoga retreat, Ayahuesca retreats, retreats with master plants, etc. to promote wellness of our guests and of our space ship (our planet).

Also, contact us if you are interested in hosting your own wellness retreat here.

Ranked #1 of 82 in its category on TripAdvisor, with 85 amazing reviews, Tambo Ilusion is well worth discovering.

Come enjoy a nurturing transformational retreat experience and the wonders of nature in this beautiful protected area.

Tambo Ilusion

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About Tambo Ilusion

Upcoming Retreats at Tambo Ilusion

5 Day Jungle Yoga Vacation in Peru

9 Day Amazon Nourishing Detox & Yoga Retreat in Tarapoto Peru

5 Day Vegetarian / Vegan Culinary Retreat in the Amazon of Peru

4 Day Reiki Initiation & Yoga retreat at Tambo Ilusion in Amazon of Peru

5 Day Jungle Yoga Vacation in Peru

9 Day Amazon Nourishing Detox & Yoga Retreat in Tarapoto Peru

5 Day Vegetarian / Vegan Culinary Retreat in the Amazon of Peru

4 Day Reiki Initiation & Yoga retreat at Tambo Ilusion in Amazon of Peru

Your Guides

Venue & Amenities

Meals

Menu Types

Getting Here

Directions

Amazing 5 day yoga retreat and more!

I was humbly welcomed as part of the family

Tambo Ilusion is the real thing!

WONDERLAND

A must visit if in Peru! Inspiring in many ways <3

Mission & Vision

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