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Sara Campanales
Picking ripe coffee cherries from a green coffee plant in Providencia de Dota, part of the local coffee harvest that supports small-scale farmers and sustainable agriculture in Costa Rica | Impactful Travel Costa Rica
25
Feb

Meeting Costa Rica’s Indigenous Communities

Read the Impactful Travel blog about meeting Costa Rica’s indigenous communities. Learn about the importance of native culture and ethical travel!
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Impact Hero Lucidia explaining the kombucha fermentation process to Agnes at Tierra Amiga in Escazú. They stand beside a table with large glass jars surrounded by the lush greenery of the organic farm in Costa Rica | Impactful Travel Costa Rica
28
Jan

How to Travel Sustainably in Costa Rica: Tips from Local Experts

Read the Impactful Travel guide on how to travel sustainably in Costa Rica! Click for our expert local tips, from transport to accommodation and more!
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16
Jan

Where to See Costa Rica’s Most Incredible Wildlife

Read the Impactful Travel blog to find out where you can see Costa Rica’s most incredible wildlife, including whales, quetzals, monkeys, and more!
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Aerial view of a curved sandy beach, lush forest, and blue ocean under a sunny sky—authentic Impactful Travel for sustainable tourism.
29
Oct

Why Community-Based Tourism is the Future of Travel in Costa Rica

Costa Rica has long been at the forefront of ecotourism. This lush country, with its diverse landscapes and wildlife, draws millions of visitors. Incredibly, it’s home to 5% of the world’s biodiversity! As a result, greater efforts have been made to protect its ecosystems, with the establishment of national parks, sustainability certifications, and incentives for...
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A volcano surrounded by dense vegetation beneath a dramatic sky with sun rays breaking through the clouds.
21
Aug

What to Pack for Your Trip to Costa Rica?

Find a packing list and tips for exploring Costa Rica’s cloud forests, tropical beaches, and wildlife-rich rainforests.
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A woman and an older man stand smiling in front of dense green foliage. The woman wears a red top, and the man wears a cap and glasses.
26
Nov

Inspiring Stories from Our Experts’ Homestay Adventures

If there’s one experience we wholeheartedly recommend as a responsible travel agency, it’s staying in a homestay. Travel isn’t just about ticking places off a map—it’s about creating connections with the people and cultures that make those places extraordinary. Homestays are a gateway to discovering authentic traditions, supporting sustainable development, and forming lifelong bonds with...
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Tapir Tambopata
08
Nov

Ethical Wildlife Tourism: A Complete Guide

Wildlife sightseeing is a major travel draw, with tourism centered around these experiences expanding quickly. Encountering fascinating animals up close, which many of us have only seen on screens or in books, is truly unforgettable. However, is it as harmless as it seems? While observing wildlife in their natural habitat usually has a low impact,...
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Silhouette of several llamas standing on a hill, with a snow-capped mountain and blue sky in the background.
11
Oct

The Best Time to Travel to Ecuador

Ecuador's beauty is boundless, spanning diverse climates and landscapes from the Andean highlands to the coastal plains and Amazon rainforest.
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A tiny Leatherback turtle on the Las Tunas beach in Ecuador. Volunteer for a day at Las Tunas Sea Turtle Beach Center with Impactful Travel and support the conservation efforts of the local population.
06
Oct

Essential Packing Tips for Your Ecuador and Galapagos Adventure

Find a packing list and packing tips for a trip to the Peruvian Andes, the Amazon rainforest or the coast of Peru, by RESPONSible Travel Peru.
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Impact Hero Lucidia explaining the kombucha fermentation process to Agnes at Tierra Amiga in Escazú. They stand beside a table with large glass jars surrounded by the lush greenery of the organic farm in Costa Rica | Impactful Travel Costa Rica
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