Conservation & Community
CONSERVATION & COMMUNITY
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. Join grassroots conservation efforts 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.
Destinations
Some of our favourite
conservation & community
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Cruise the Rio Tapajós Aboard a Traditional Riverboat
Set sail down Brazil’s wildest waterways aboard a traditional riverboat. Navigate serene stretches of the Tabajós tributary, one of the largest clearwater rivers in the world, that runs through the Amazon Rainforest. Early morning motorboat excursions trace the Ururea forest for observations of fauna, flora, and local communities. As the boat sails the broad, 12-mile-wide Tapajós waters, a new realm of the Amazon unveils itself with pristine white sand beaches (visible from August to January). A local guide offers insights, and comfortable cabin suites provide respite along the way.
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Jaguar Tracking in the Pantanal
Brazil’s Pantanal stands unmatched in biodiversity. Covering an area as large as Portugal, a tenth of the world’s species can be found here. Embrace the thrill of the hunt as you track the elusive jaguar in its natural habitat. Optimal wildlife viewing is during the dry season, from May to September when animals converge on receding waters. Expert local guides lead on horseback or canoe. Savour breathtaking sunrises, and keep an eye out for the rare hyacinth macaw, among 655 other bird species.
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Birding in Cuba
For the discerning birder, Cuba offers a compelling checklist. Over 370 bird species live across its various habitats, and venturing into the island’s wetlands, forests, and coastal areas comes with the possibility of rare avian sightings, from the Zapata Sparrow to Cuban Trogan. An introduction to birding in Cuba can be achieved in just one week across four locations: the western foothills close to San Diego de Los Banos, the northern islands near Cayo Coco, the eastern grasslands by La Belen, and the forests and wetlands of Zapata.
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Birding in Palo Verde
Palo Verde National Park is one of Costa Rica’s most ecologically diverse regions and encompasses more than 15 distinct natural habitats. Covering tropical dry forests and wetlands, the park is a sanctuary for birdlife. The observation tower in the marshland offers an excellent viewing point. Keep an out for rare species, like the Jabiru Stork. Take a boat tour down the Tempisque River to spot nesting groups of boat-billed herons, little blue herons, yellow-crowned night herons, and other bird life.
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Birding in the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta
In the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, a mountain range rising from the Colombian Caribbean coast, microclimates and varied habitats create the perfect conditions for avian diversity to thrive. This range boasts the world’s highest coastal mountains. Many of the birds found here are endemic and can’t be spotted anywhere else on Earth. From the resplendent quetzal to the Santa Marta parakeet, navigate cloud forests and be treated to a vibrant performance of colours and song.
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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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Turtle Hatching & Nesting
Costa Rica’s shores are visited by multiple species of turtle, including the Giant Leatherback, Hawksbill, and Olive Ridley Turtles. These creatures shuffle onto beaches under moonlight to dig their nests and lay eggs. Months later, the same sands stir and tiny hatchlings emerge and race against the odds to reach the ocean. Ostional Wildlife Refuge and Tortuguero National Park are prime locations in Costa Rica to observe various points of this cycle.
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Cruise the Amazon
Embark on a four-to-five-day tour of the Peruvian Amazon, combining five-star comforts with adventurous excursions. Hike the Natural Park, engage with indigenous communities, or paddle along tranquil creeks. In the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve, the largest protected flooded forest in the world, take a dip with pink river dolphins or try your hand at piranha fishing. While onboard, glimpse howler monkeys, sloths, iguanas, and caimans from the deck, while you sip on refreshing pisco sours.
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Artisan Routes in Guatemala
Dive into Guatemala’s artisanal culture by visiting local markets and workshops. Engage with local artisans, understand their techniques and stories, and get an insight into the connection between their crafts and Guatemala’s heritage.
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Artisan Routes with the Colombia Collective
Colombia Collective collaborates with over 800 artisans across 14 communities. Craftsmanship is deeply rooted in the nation’s culture, forming the identity and economic backbone of many rural areas. In Usiacurí, it’s common to spot multiple generations performing intricate beadwork, while within the Wayuu tribe, weaving a mochila is a revered rite of passage for women. The collective’s mission transcends mere business. It’s about forging connections, preserving ancestral crafts, and blending Colombian traditions with the nuances of British design.
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Visit The Research Stations
Jump into the world of scientific exploration by visiting Antarctica’s research stations. Interact with researchers and scientists who dedicate their lives to understanding this continent. Witness experiments and studies being conducted firsthand, and gain insights into the vital role Antarctica plays in global climate patterns and ecosystems.
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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.
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Monarch Butterfly Migration
Between November and March, Mexico plays host to one of nature’s great ballets—the migration of millions of Monarch butterflies. These delicate creatures blanket the forests of Michoacán and the State of Mexico in a riot of orange and black. Witness the spectacle with a visit to one of Mexico’s monarch butterfly sanctuaries.
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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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Cross the Panama Canal
The Panama Canal is a conduit between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans and is considered by many to be one of the seven wonders of the modern world. This 50-mile waterway has been key to international maritime trade since the beginning of the 20th century. Sail through this historic pathway, witnessing engineering marvels, from the towering Gatun Locks to the Miraflores Lock. On a one or two-day cruise, enjoy stops along the way for wildlife spotting and community visits.
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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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Fishing Tournament in Rio San Juan
Every September, anglers from various locales gather in San Carlos at the Rio San Juan to compete for the biggest catch in Nicaragua’s premier fishing tournament. This annual event not only attracts sport fishing enthusiasts but celebrates the ecological significance of the river, encouraging conservation and education. San Carlos plays host to various events relating to the competition at this time, with a gastronomical fair and craft stalls taking over the boardwalk, as well as beauty pageants, parties, and exhibitions hitting the city.
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