At Embaúba Eco Travel, we’re not just about trips—we’re about connections. Born from a love for South America’s raw beauty and vibrant cultures, we started in 2018 with a simple idea: travel should lift up the places and people you visit. Our name comes from the embaúba tree, a cornerstone of the Amazon that supports sloths, birds, and entire ecosystems. That’s our vibe—building bridges between travelers, local communities, and the wild landscapes we all want to protect.
We’re a small team, mostly locals from Brazil, Peru, and Ecuador, with a few wanderers who fell for South America and never left. Our founder, Ana, grew up fishing the Rio Negro and saw how tourism could either harm or heal her home. She teamed up with guides like Juan, a Kichwa elder, and Sofia, a biologist with a knack for spotting jaguars, to craft tours that feel real. No cookie-cutter stuff—our trips are hands-on, whether you’re planting trees in the Amazon, weaving with Quechua artisans, or kayaking past pink dolphins.

Sustainability’s our core. We partner with indigenous cooperatives, conservation groups, and family-run lodges to ensure your dollars fight deforestation, fund schools, and protect wildlife. Since we started, we’ve helped plant 10,000 trees, supported 50+ communities, and kept our carbon footprint low with small groups and green practices. We’re proud to work with organizations like Rainforest Foundation and local NGOs to make sure every trip leaves a positive mark.
Ethno-tourism is our heart. We believe the best guides are the people who’ve lived these lands forever—elders, farmers, fishers—who share their stories over manioc bread or a fire. You’ll learn to make a fish trap, hear myths about mountain spirits, or dance at a village fiesta. It’s not just about seeing South America; it’s about feeling its pulse, from Patagonia’s icy winds to the Pantanal’s muddy trails.
We’re here to make your adventure mean something. Whether you’re chasing Iguazu’s mist or hiking Andean terraces, we’ve got your back with expert guides, honest advice (pack that bug spray!), and a promise to keep it real. Join us to explore South America’s wild heart—and help it keep beating.