Welcome to Impactful Travel—a fresh name with a bold perspective, built on the expertise and passion of an experienced team. Our journey took an exciting turn in 2023 when Guido and Alex, founders of RESPONSible Travel Peru (RESPONS), decided to dream bigger despite facing a series of global and local challenges. They expanded their vision beyond Peru, crafting transformative journeys across Latin America.
Their vision was crystal clear, shaped by their experience in Peru: every journey should be deeply rooted in authentic connections with local communities, no matter the destination, and driven by measurable, tangible sustainability.
And so, Impactful Travel was born—driven by close collaboration with new partners and a shared commitment to sustainable tourism. Our mission is both simple and profound: to inspire transformative journeys through meaningful and sustainable travel experiences. We aim to enrich lives, not just for travelers but also for the local communities across Latin America.
We invite you to learn more about us—our story, our purpose, and how we’re redefining travel, one impactful journey at a time.
If you have any questions, feel free to get in touch.
Let’s inspire a shift in how we travel. Embrace slow travel, a mindful approach that allows us to truly immerse ourselves in the heart of a country, savoring each moment. It’s about spending quality time with local communities, getting to know the people, their stories, and their way of life. At Impactful Travel, our mission is to bridge the gap between travelers and remote communities. We’re here to support local families and nurture cultural exchange, making every journey impactful. So, let’s dive deeper!
At Impactful Travel, we’re reshaping Latin American tourism to boost local economies while respecting the planet. Our mission is “Crafting sustainable, meaningful travel experiences that foster transformative journeys, enriching the lives of both travelers and local communities throughout Latin America”, respecting all facets of human relations and preserving our shared environment. We work hand-in-hand with local businesses, promoting fair trade and cultural identity.
From the moment you choose us, we’re committed to exceeding service expectations, focusing on meaningful experiences over price competition. Together, let’s tread the path towards sustainability, making each journey a step towards personal growth and societal betterment.
Our story begins in 2009 when Guido, Alex, and Pablo saw a gap in long-term support for local communities in the tourism sector. Inspired by the Peruvian people, they founded RESPONSible Travel Peru, aiming to secure these communities’ continuing success through sustainable tourism. Over nearly 15 years, RESPONS grew into a respected nationwide tour operator, offering a range of sustainable experiences and earning rave reviews for our mindful approach.
The year 2023 ushered in a new era for us, shaped by visionary collaborators and partners who introduced fresh perspectives and inspiring destinations. This milestone represents the evolution of our brand into Impactful Travel, a journey deeply rooted in the core values of RESPONSible Travel Peru.
Our approach to tourism is community-based, nurturing connections and cultural understanding. Our deep friendships with the local people enable us to provide unique, authentic experiences.
We revel in turning your wildest travel desires into reality and delight in planning extended trips. Whether you’re drawn to exotic cuisine, lengthy treks, immersing in Latino life, or a mix of all, we’re eager to make your sustainable travel dreams come true. With Impactful Travel, every journey contributes to personal growth and makes a real difference.
Every member of the Impactful Travel team has lived or resides in Latin America and has felt the authentic essence of being Peruvian, Ecuadorian or Costa Rican. Our strength lies in our diverse experiences, blending youthful energy with seasoned wisdom. We provide insider and outsider perspectives, across multiple disciplines. From your initial interaction with us, you’ll witness our deep knowledge about each destination. Ultimately, you’ll find that even in a distant land, you’re navigating as smoothly as a local.
Our logo is so much more than just a design. It is a stylized representation of the quipu, an incredible ancient tool consisting of colorful strings and knots, and an iconic symbol of Andean civilizations. The natural colors of the Andes have been incorporated to enhance its beauty and significance.
Interestingly, the quipu was not only used in Peru, but it traveled through several Latin American countries. The quipucamayocs, who were the Tahuantinsuyo’s accountants, took quipus to court as official documentation of records. Think of it as a staple tool, similar to how we use cellphones for traveling nowadays!
The quipu’s complexity and flexibility allowed it to be easily adapted to any need, making it a clear parallel to our custom itineraries and the way we operate at Impactful Travel. Learn more about the quipus on Wikipedia.
Naturally, you can keep exploring our blog for inspiration, learning more about us, our destinations, and our curated tours and itineraries.
If you’ve read enough and feel ready to embark on our life-changing travel journeys, there are two ways to proceed:
This is what we’ve been doing for over a decade now, and we love it!
Our team of expert trip designers with vast knowledge of Peru and Ecuador, will get in touch with you and shape your dream itinerary: 100% personalized. We’ll put in our knowledge, experience and passion for sustainability; you’ll only have to set the framework within which we can do our magic.
Based on our experience and our strong commitment to get more travelers to experience Community-Based Tourism in Peru, we now offer all travelers a selection of our experiences directly on our platform. Less customization options, but easy to book and still very authentic and unique!
Now adding new excursions in Ecuador, too!
