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GIVING BACK

We have partnerships across Latin America and are always happy to recommend projects that accept volunteers.

Discover our purpose-led travel opportunities that transform both landscapes and lives across South and Central America. These experiences are designed for those eager to make a difference.

Volunteer in schools, bringing education to underprivileged areas. Participate in the delivery of essential medical supplies to remote communities, ensuring health care reaches those in dire need. Stay at eco-reserves and contribute to grassroots conservation efforts, helping to protect and preserve the rich biodiversity of the region. Embrace the power of travel to create positive change, connecting deeply with local communities and contributing to more sustainable futures.

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Some of our favourite conservation & community partnerships begin here:

Brazil

Venezuela

Cuba

FEATURED EXPERIENCES

Experience Life in the Amazon with the Sapara

Venture deep into the jungle and throw yourself into the world of the Sapara community, one of the smallest indigenous groups in the Ecuadorian Amazon. The Naku Center, an initiative by the Sapara Nation, is a beacon of eco-tourism and conservation, established to showcase the enchantment of the Amazon and share their age-old wisdom with global visitors. Nestled deep in the heart of the rainforest, the Naku Center can be reached by a two-day trek or short flight.

Santa Catarina | mural | Palopo | Guatemala luxury | Plan South America

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Community Murals at Palopó, Lake Atitlán

Participate in an art project in the village of Palopó on the northeastern shores of Lake Atitlán in the Guatemalan highlands. Join local artists in painting community-centred murals, embracing the opportunity to engage with locals, understand their stories, and contribute to the cultural expression of this charming lakeside town.

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Riding & Conservation at Hacienda Montezuma

Hacienda Montezuma, encompassing 1,500 hectares near the Tenorio Volcano in northern Costa Rica, offers a blend of hacienda life and environmental conservation. Guests can get involved in cattle rustling, savour fine chocolate from a nearby cacao farm, raft the Tenorio River, hike local waterfalls, and take refreshing dips in natural pools. Conservation initiatives are also open to visitors, from animal rescues to tracking local wildlife with trap cameras.

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Meet the Kuna Yala tribe

Explore the San Blas Islands, where the Kuna people reside amid a sprawling archipelago of almost 400 islands. This experience offers a glimpse into the Kuna’s way of life, their strong indigenous culture, and their tropical island home. Visitors can engage with the community, take in their traditions, enjoy the coastal landscapes, and learn all about the artisanal crafts and sustainable lifestyles of the Kuna.

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Visit an Emberá Village

Explore the rich heritage of the Emberá tribe, an indigenous group of the Chagres National Park with roots extended deep into Panamá’s Darien region and Colombia’s Choco district. The Emberá, numbering about 30,000 in Panama, inhabit territories where travel beyond a certain point is only possible by foot or canoe. With exclusive guided tours, discover a community where traditional ways prevail, untouched by external pressures, preserving a lifestyle resonant with nature that not only a few get to experience.

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