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Tambopata Research Center – Expert Review with Vannesa Urritia

Along with the Galapagos Islands and Machu Picchu, the Amazon was at the top of my travel bucket list and I was very excited to tick it off on my recent trip to Peru. A few years ago, I worked as a volunteer for a year in a monkey rescue centre in Chile called “Centro de Primates …

Mountain Lodges of Peru’s new creative initiative

Mountain Lodges of Peru has strengthened their support for the native Andean community of Huacahuasi through a new creative venture aimed at providing lodge employees and community partners with new opportunities for inclusion and personal development.

New adventure activities for Hotel Las Torres

We are very pleased to announce that Hotel Las Torres is expanding their range of activities for the upcoming 2018/2019 summer season in Torres del Paine National Park. 
With these new excursions, Reserva Cerro Paine now offers the largest variety of activities in the region!

Lares Adventure – Expert Review with Vannesa Urrutia

My trip started on the 22th Sep 2018 with a direct flight from Santiago to Cuzco. On my arrival I was transferred directly to the Hotel el Mercado where the first briefing for the trek would take place. In my case, the trek started the following day as I couldn’t get to Cuzco any earlier. However, it is…

Sustainability Snapshot: Ecoventura Galapagos

Unique Latin America is proud to represent some of the most sustainable operators in Latin America. Today, we are spotlighting Ecoventura, a true leader of sustainable cruising in the Galapagos Islands. Ecoventura has been internationally recognised for their …

4 reasons to add Tambopata to your Peru itinerary

There’s plenty of reasons to check out the Peruvian Amazon, but here’s 4 to get you started. Most people either do not know or quickly forget that Peru is actually 60% rainforest! In fact, the lowland forests and tropical savannahs of Tambopata are some of the most biodiverse …

Delfin III – Expert Review with Craig Deuchar

Ever wondered what it’s like to explore the Amazon on board the luxurious Delfin III?

Craig Deuchar from Chimu Adventures recently experienced the 3-night/4-day cruise and is here to offer his insights… After a long journey from Boston, it was great to be met by the friendly …

Ecoventura’s MV Origin joins Relais & Chateaux

Delivering five-star boutique hotel service to the seas, MV Origin is one of only 21 new members worldwide selected to join the prestigious association in 2018. Members deliver authentic and tailored experiences whilst taking steps to preserve the richness of the environments …

Why choose the Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu?

While there are many different treks that can be taken to reach Machu Picchu, the Salkantay Trek is one of the most rewarding and scenically diverse options. Walking an average of six hours per day over the six-day trek, you will travel through 15 unique ecosystems, cross a …

Delfin makes big changes to the single supplement

Delfin Amazon Cruises, the pioneers of luxury river cruising in the Upper Peruvian Amazon, has decided to do away with the single supplement for solo travellers on two of their vessels, Delfin II and Delfin III. This is great news for solo travellers seeking a unique luxury Amazon …

Sustainability Snapshot: Mountain Lodges of Peru

Mountain Lodges of Peru is a mindful and innovative player in the tourism industry of Peru. Operating in the Machu Picchu region, they have always run their own race by choosing a more meaningful course, far from the flurry of cheap and cheerful operators. Their deep respect for …

What’s Ecoventura doing about single-use plastic?

Ecoventura has always been mindful of the responsibility that comes with operating in one of the world’s most pristine ecological sanctuaries. Sharing the beauty of the Islands with visitors whilst ensuring that they have a positive impact on the local environment and communities …

Sustainability Snapshot: Delfin Amazon Cruises

Delfin Amazon Cruises visits one of the most remote environments in the world, so we are thrilled to spotlight their ongoing efforts to ensure the sustainability of the pristine environments and unique cultures within in the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve. Delfin has partnered …

Sustainability Snapshot: Hotel Las Torres

Every year Torres del Paine National Park receives hundreds of thousands of visitors from all over the world in search of adventure and pristine landscapes. So, have you ever wondered just how it remains so pristine? Travellers can rest assured that they will be met with untamed …

Sustainability Snapshot: Rainforest Expeditions

Deep in the Peruvian Amazon, Rainforest Expeditions are busy redefining the term ‘eco-lodge’. From environmental conservation to deep social and cultural engagement, they’ve got it covered, and in a truly genuine manner. On top of daily conservation efforts, which form the core …