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– – – Nature

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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16
Dec

A Guest Story for Impactful Travel – Our Family Journey Through Peru for Our 30th Wedding Anniversary

For their 30th wedding anniversary, Chantal made an unforgettable journey through Peru with Impactful Travel with the whole family. In this blog, she is taking you along on the adventure! Giving the floor to Chantal: Meet Chantal’s Family! All photos in this blog are provided by this lovely bunch. From the dry coast to the...
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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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21
Oct

How Our Trip to Costa Rica Inspired Us to Plan Yours

Thinking about Costa Rica for your next trip? Let Guido and Agnes be your source of inspiration! In 2024, one of Impactful Travel’s founders Guido and Agnes explored nearly every corner of Costa Rica—connecting with local communities, uncovering hidden gems, and immersing themselves in the country’s breathtaking diversity. Their mission? To experience the destination firsthand...
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A narrow waterfall cascades down a gap between tall, rugged red cliffs, surrounded by greenery under a partly cloudy sky—a hidden gem among the breathtaking waterfalls near Cusco.
25
Jul

Waterfalls around Cusco

Did you know you can visit various beautiful waterfalls around Cusco? Here's how!
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A spectacled bear sits confidently in the crook of a large, leafless tree, facing the camera with a steady gaze. This elevated position offers a panoramic view of the dry forest in Chaparrí and showcases the species’ natural climbing behavior. | Impactful Travel
10
Jul

Where to See Spectacled Bears in Peru — Why Chaparrí Stands Out

Tucked between the Andes and the Peruvian coast, within a forest that looks dry and silent from afar, lives a creature few travelers expect to find here: the Andean spectacled bear. Though made famous by the clumsy Paddington, this real-life bear is shy, solitary, and very rarely seen — except in one remarkable place. In...
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Black and orange butterfly on purple flower
15
Mar

Nature Travel in Peru: A Complete Guide

When it comes to nature, Peru has it all: the coast, the mountains and the extremely biodiverse jungle. It is the perfect destination if you want to be completely immersed in nature. And the diversity of animals you can find here is incredible.
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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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Snow-capped mountain peak with rugged terrain, partially covered by white clouds under a blue sky.
28
Feb

Standing Tall and Close to the Sun: The Surprising Truth about Mount Chimborazo

Discover wonders like Chimborazo volcano in Ecuador. It's not the highest peak, but it's Earth's closest point to the sun.
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Silhouette of several llamas standing on a hill, with a snow-capped mountain and blue sky in the background.
31
Jan

Alexander von Humboldt: Discovering the World from Chimborazo

Despite challenges and altitude sickness threat, Humboldt determination led to a record-breaking altitude of 5,878 meters, standing for 3 decades!
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