Immersed in the heart of the Misiones Jungle, in a private reserve of 400 hectares of native jungle on the banks of the Paraná River, is located Puerto Bemberg, a hidden gem in the middle of nature. This paradise, almost 50 kilometers from the majestic waterfalls, is a boutique hotel concept where nature and history provide a unique experience through two accommodations: Posada Puerto Bemberg and Casa Bemberg.
The property has a history dating back to 1925, when the Bemberg family arrived on the land with a project to develop Yerba Mate. Posada Puerto Bemberg, established in the 1940s, has 14 spacious and comfortable rooms that offer exclusivity and privacy in an environment that is in full contact with the native jungle.
This boutique hotel offers a warm and completely personalized service, an intimate restaurant that offers regional and international food, a wine cellar, a living room and library with more than 2,500 titles and the old and historic Puerto Bemberg chapel. The pool and the viewing platform add a touch of exclusivity that are ideal for those who wish to enjoy the tranquility of the jungle.
Casa Bemberg is a 1930s mansion that was remodeled and restored, maintaining its early 20th century colonial style, to revive the grandeur of times gone by and carefully adapted to offer the most contemporary comforts and luxuries. It is ideal for groups of friends and families with a maximum capacity of 10 people.
The house has 5 private bedrooms, a living room, kitchen, outdoor pool, deck with river view and all the amenities to enjoy an unforgettable stay.
Visitors to Puerto Bemberg will be able to enjoy, relax and explore the place through a wide range of recreational and cultural activities and proposals, to connect with the 5 senses, a sensory journey through aromas, sounds, colors, flavors.
Activities such as hiking through the jungle, along a rugged trail invites visitors to discover the secrets of the Atlantic Forest, where they will visit the Puerto Bemberg Nature Reserve and along the way appreciate the beauty of the Guatambú Waterfall. There will also be a historical walk, where they will visit the historic center of the Bemberg Family, the Casona and the Chapel. The guide will immerse visitors in the history of Yerba Mate and the first plantations in the area.
One of the jewels of the Puerto Bemberg nature reserve and an activity that you definitely can’t miss is sailing to Salto Yasy. A sailing trip suitable for the whole family starts from Posada Puerto Bemberg towards the port area. The group will head 13 km upriver to the mouth of the Yasy waterfall. After a 500-meter walk, you will reach the foot of the waterfall, where you can cool off in the water. It is also possible to kayak on the Paraná River, a sailing experience that allows you to appreciate the coast on the Paraguayan side.
The Jesuit mate is an activity that takes place from the hotel’s viewing point, where visitors will enjoy a privileged view of the Paraná River. The ceremony takes place at sunset, where the history of the Bemberg Family is explained and how the Jesuits used to prepare mate cooked over a wood fire is recounted. At the end of the ceremony, a small snack is served.
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The perfect touch is the Puerto Bemberg Wine tasting, an activity that conquers the senses by offering to taste the most delicious Argentine wines, accompanied by regional snacks.
The Puerto Bemberg experience welcomes the most varied and delicious cuisine. The hotel restaurant offers a different, detailed and precise menu, where textures and varied dishes are combined to delight those who visit it. The cuisine transmits with international excellence the colors, shapes and flavors of the Misiones jungle.
Under a concept of sustainability and environmental care, where nature and humans form a single unit, the Puerto Bemberg Nature Reserve is home to different types of native flora and fauna species that harmonize completely with the environment and are the protagonists of a unique setting, offering a completely sensorial experience for those who visit the place.
Source: Ambito
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