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The Impactful Travel blog provides travel advice and cultural insights relating to travel in Peru, Ecuador, and the Galapagos.

Discover the Benefits of Custom Travel with Impactful Travel

Discover the benefits of custom travel in Latin America with Impactful Travel. We design tours & trips that create a lasting impact on local communities!

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!

Unearthing Stories: A Conscious Traveler’s Guide

Travel can be so much more than ticking off sights. For a conscious traveler, every destination is a living story: a mix of ancient memories, present-day struggles, and everyday joys....

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!...
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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...

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...
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Highlight Tours in Peru: a Complete Guide

Even though our passion lies more in offering Off the Beaten Path experiences beyond the popular destinations, highlight tours are inevitable. In this guide, we’ll dive into the world of...
Señora Rocio (Coporaque) and Señora Olga (Raqchi) in beautiful traditional clothing at a viewpoint, overseeing the archeological site of Raqchi

Strengthening Community Bonds in Raqchi: A Journey into the Heart of Community-Based Tourism in Peru

Discover how community-based tourism in Raqchi, Peru, empowers locals, preserves culture, and connects travelers with authentic Andean traditions.
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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.
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

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...
A German family enjoys breakfast in the sun in Coporaque homestay (tiny), with mountains and the stone building of their Coporaque homestay in the background. | Impactful Travel Peru

The New Face of Luxury: Discovering Sustainable Travel with Impact

Luxury travel has undergone a remarkable transformation, shifting from pure opulence to a more meaningful and responsible experience. Historically, luxury travel was reserved for royalty and the elite, characterized by...
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How to Enjoy Traveling in Peru in the Rainy Season from December to April

Choosing the best time to visit Peru can be as important as choosing where to go. While the dry season sees most travelers flocking to Machu Picchu and the rest...