The Huaorani are a timeless tribe. Huaorani translates as “The People”. The Huaorani maintain their traditional lifestyle. But unlike other tribes, they have now leaded a more settled and open existence in the rainforest. Facing the possibility that their culture will eventually disappear, they have chosen to resist. By inviting small numbers of people to share their world for short periods they intend to keep their culture alive. They have opted for sustainable tourism. This is Huaorani Ecolodge.

Along the Tambopata River, only 30 minutes from Cuzco, lies one of the most pristine and unspoiled areas in the Amazon Jungle, housing more species of animals than any other place on earth: the Tambopata Reserve. Encounter six-foot river otters capable of beating jaguars in a fight. Refugio Amazonas is ideal for stand-alone experiences and also to get some rest before continuing to the Tambopata Research Center (TRC).

The trails in between the Torres del Paine’s famous craggy mountains are among the world's classic trekking routes. Breathtaking views together with glaciers, rivers, lakes, forests and abundant wildlife provide the trip with constantly changing scenarios and experiences. During summer (Nov-Mar), there are 18 hours of daylight that give the trekkers plenty of time for the walking journey. With Andean condors circling overhead and guanacos grazing in the valleys, this amazing trek offers a genuine wilderness experience.

This trip starts off with a city tour of Cape Town taking in the historic city centre, before heading to the top of Table Mountain to marvel at the views. At just over 1,000 meters high, this is one of the natural wonders of the World. A trip around the Cape Peninsula enables you to see the Jackass Penguins at Boulders Bay, look for wildlife in the National Park, stand on the most Southwestern Point of Africa at Cape Point and stop at some of the Cape’s best beaches. The Winelands region, situated just outside Cape Town and surrounded by imperious mountain ranges, is steeped in culture and history. Take advantage of the excellent South African wines, which are growing in popularity worldwide, with several wine tastings and a cellar tour.

Victoria Falls also known as "Mosi oa-Tunya" ("the smoke that thunders") is positioned almost exactly half way along the mighty Zambezi River’s 2700 km journey from its source to the sea. Here the river plunges headlong into a 100m vertical chasm spanning the full one-and-a-half kilometre width of the river, creating the biggest curtain of falling water in the world and also one of the seven natural wonders of the world.

Four reasons why you should take a look at this Colombia tour: white Caribbean beaches, the foothills of the Sierra Nevada, a wide variety of wildlife and a colonial city filled with historic streets, alley ways and stories. Looking for another reason? Just read on.

The trails in between the Torres del Paine’s famous craggy mountains are among the world's classic trekking routes. Breathtaking views together with glaciers, rivers, lakes, forests and abundant wildlife provide the trip with constantly changing scenarios and experiences. During summer (Nov-Mar), there are 18 hours of daylight that give the trekkers plenty of time for the walking journey. With Andean condors circling overhead and guanacos grazing in the valleys, this amazing trek offers a genuine wilderness experience.

This complete highlight program combines a short stay in San José and the Arenal area, where you will try out the hanging bridges and spend the night at the rejuvenating Tabacon Hot Springs, with a 3-day stay at Monteverde. The reserve at Monteverde was created to protect the flora and fauna, as well as to carry out scientific studies and educational environmental programs.

Lace up your hiking boots, and get ready to explore Teyuna. Also known as Ciudad Perdida (Lost City) since it was found again only recently, Teyuna was once an urban center in the Tayrona's ancient civilization. Experts believe that the Tayrona abandoned it sometime between 1550 and 1600 A.C. though, and jungle and overgrowth soon took over. Long-shrouded by jungle, Teyuna is distinct from the rest of the remains of Tayrona civilization in that sense; it's more occult, more a part of the jungle around it....

This adventure features two of Costa Rica’s highlights: the Pacuare River is considered one of the top rivers in the world for a variety of reasons and the Arenal Volcano a must-see in all Costa Rica itineraries. You will explore the intimate nature of the rainforest from the river perspective and experience one of the world’s most active volcanos.

In the heart of the Cuyabeno Wildlife Reserve, in the north-east from Quito, it is located the Tapir Lodge. This area is indeed one of the most bio-diverse zones in the Ecuadorian Amazon Jungle. Hosting, lakes, rivers and a flooded rainforest the reserve is also home of many species of birds, mammals and amphibians. In this tour we also get to camp in the middle of the virgin rainforest.

The Classic Quito and Galapagos Islands Tour is the most economical way of visiting the Galapagos Islands and the city of Quito. It includes a five-day cruise in the Galapagos Islands on a Tourist Superior cruise and two days in Quito with a tour of the city and the Equatorial Monument.

The 46-cabin M/V Santa Cruz, built for cruising the Galapagos, was completely renovated in 1998. The Santa Cruz has gained worldwide recognition for its excellent standards, including superb service, the most knowledgeable multilingual naturalist/guides and menus that feature the best international and Ecuadorian dishes. Travelers on the Santa Cruz will spend time in Quito and the Galapagos with their fur seals, frigates, iguanas, sea lions, turtles and other exotic wildlife.

This 8-day tour includes a visit to San José and the Poas and Arenal Volcanoes as well as a 3-day extension to Manuel Antonio National Park and its beaches. Manuel Antonio is known for its white sandy beaches, cliffs, rivers, rain forests and varied animal life. Manuel Antonio is home to the white-faced capuchin, mantled howler and red-backed squirrel monkeys, two- and three-toed sloths, and a large number of species of birds. Yampu travelers will spend 3 nights at a nearby hotel with a full-day excursion to the park.

Yampu’s comprehensive tour of Nicaragua includes a visit to the old colonial towns of León and Granada. From Granada, we will climb above the canopy of the tropical forest and visit the Mombacho Volcano—part of a nature reserve that is among the most beautiful remaining areas of tropical rainforest in Nicaragua. We will explore Lake Nicaragua and visit Ometepe Island. Before we head home we will spend two relaxing days in the beach area of San Juan del Sur, a tranquil fishing village with beautiful white-sand beaches.

This Yampu trip allows you to take in the historic beauty of the Ecuadorian capital of Quito before flying to the famous Enchanted Islands. Despite an earthquake in 1917, Quito has the best-preserved, least altered historic centre in Latin America and boats the impressive designation as an UNESCO World Heritage site. You can enjoy the paradise of the Galapagos, navigating in the Galapagos Legend, a 100 passenger fully air-conditioned cruise ship. The Galapagos Legend has all the amenities of a cruise liner yet it's small enough for that intimate experience with nature that brings you to the Galapagos Islands.

Along with the excitement of visiting the Galapagos, this itinerary gives you time to explore the fascinating capital city of Quito. The city sits in a cool Andean valley, surrounded by majestic mountains and is filled with cathedrals, interesting museums, plazas and parks. You will cruise around the Galapagos Islands onboard either the M/Y Coral I or the Coral II; both are elegant, classic and sober yachts. They are perfect for explorers who want to feel the islands with privacy and supreme comfort; their cruising speed allows us to have less time in traveling and more time on visiting the islands.

Yampu’s Quito and Galapagos Islands Tour with the Red Mangrove Island Hopping is an adventurous way to experience the Galapagos Islands. This exciting program includes 4 nights in the Islands, and 3 nights in Quito. In the Galapagos you will explore 3 different islands; Santa Cruz, Floreana & Isabela Island, traveling between each island by small boat and staying in 3 different island hotels. This is a new and unique way to experience the magic of the Galapagos.

Spend 7 amazing days in Argentina, enjoying the excellent wine and food that two amazing cities such as Buenos Aires and Mendoza can offer. Stay at luxurious estancias and vineyards and experience the supreme wine and culinary culture of this country.

The trails linking the famous mountains of Torres del Paine National Park are world-class trekking routes. Yampu travelers get breathtaking views together of glaciers, rivers, lakes, forests and abundant wildlife; this trip offers constantly changing scenarios and experiences. With Andean condors (the largest flying land bird in the Western Hemisphere) circling overhead and guanacos (a native animal that is cousin to the llamas, alpacas and vicuńas) grazing in the valleys, this amazing trek offers a genuine Patagonian wilderness experience.

Yampu's Peruvian Treasures Tour with Sacred Valley includes the main highlights of Peru: Lima, Cuzco, Machu Picchu and Sacred Valley but in a more adventurous way. We will be exploring Cuzco and its surroundings in the most alternative way possible. This program is the ultimate mix of cultural travel and adventure sports tourism. Feel the adrenaline while enjoying of one of the most mystic and energetic places in the world.

Stay in the best hotels in Rio and Sao Paolo, adventure out to visit rare Golden Lion Tamarin that are living in the wild in the Poço das Antas Biological Reserve and then travel to the Pantanal to see Jaguars, Giant River Otters, Giant Jabiru Storks, and Cabybaras. This is the best wildlife tour in South America.

This Yampu Costa Rica program will take you to the Pacuare River Lodge, El Silencio Lodge and Harmony Hotel with two nights stay near San José at Hotel Finca Rosa Blanca. Your adventure begins by rafting to the lodge down the Pacuare River. Then, travel through mountains and pristine forests to El Silencio Lodge & Spa. Here we take a trip to see Arenal Volcano and swim in natural hot springs. Nestled into a sleepy village on the Nicoya Peninsula on the Pacific Ocean is Hotel Harmony. Here, Yampu guests will relax while enjoying the sights and sounds of the neighboring green zones.

Cartagena, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is an archetypal Colombian city filled with historic streets, alley ways and stories. Take in the old, walled city's tiled roofs, balconies and courtyard gardens, and then head to San Andrés, a Caribbean island northwest of Colombia surrounded by clear, blue-green sea AND some of the most beautiful (and intricate) coral formations in the world. Wrap up your tour in Santa Marta (Colombia's oldest town on the Caribbean coast).

Get ready for an adventure. On this Colombia tour you'll explore Bogotá (Colombia's capital), Cartagena (a city filled with historic streets, alley ways and stories), the Tatacoa Desert (known for its eroded rock formations, red earth, cacti and yellow sand dunes) AND the largest collection of religious monuments and megalithic sculptures in South America.

The deep-flowing waters of the Iguazu River plunge over 275 falls, encompassing almost two miles. Iguazu Falls, one of the natural wonders of the world, is taller than Niagara Falls and twice as wide. The border with Brazil goes through the Garganta del Diablo (Devil's Throat) where the falling water gives the illusion of magic rainbows. Yampu travelers will take a boat ride to see Devil's Throat up close (don't forget your raincoat!), and walk through the nearby trails. They are abundant with flora and fauna. In Buenos Aires, we will visit a typical estancia and attend a tango show and in El Calafate, we will visit the magnificent Perito Moreno Glacier, a true ice river 60kms long that drops down to Lake Argentina, and one of only three Patagonian glaciers that are not retreating. We will also explore the northern tip of the Lago Argentino to see the breathtaking Upsala Glacier, 30km wide and the largest in the Patagonia.

This trip starts off with a city tour of Cape Town, Table Mountain, the penguin colony at Boulder's Beach and the southernmost tip of Africa. At Victoria Falls, also known as "Mosi oa-Tunya" ("the smoke that thunders"), the Zambezi river plunges headlong into a 100m vertical chasm spanning the full one-and-a-half kilometre width of the river, creating the biggest curtain of falling water in the world and also one of the seven natural wonders of the world.

The Inca Trail, between the Sacred Valley of the Urubamba River and the silent and abandoned citadel of Machu Picchu, connects the four corners of the Inca Empire (also known as Tawantinsuyo). Hiking any portion of the Inca Trail is a thrilling experience to one and all. Yampu travelers sample a small section of the trail in this tour, enjoying breathtaking views of the Andes Mountain range and its snow-capped peaks. This trip also includes stays in Cuzco and Lima, the capital of Peru.

This combined country itinerary includes a Panama Canal transit and visit to the Gamboa Rainforest Resort, taking an aerial tram in Panama. Yampu travelers continue to San José in Costa Rica to visit the Poas and Arenal Volcanoes, staying at the foot of Arenal. While there, we will take an excursion to the hanging bridges and spend a night at the rejuvenating Tabacon Hot Springs. We then travel to the old city of Granada in Nicaragua. We will explore Lake Nicaragua and visit Ometepe Island. We will spend the last two days in the beach area of San Juan del Sur, a tranquil fishing village with beautiful white-sand beaches, smooth waters, and ecological richness.

This trip takes you to Machu Picchu via the Lares Trek, a great alternative to the classic Inca Trail. The Lares Trek is little-traveled and good for those who may wish to get off the “beaten path.” Yampu’s newly developed itinerary offers a fine combination of amazing mountain scenery, glacial lagoons, cloud forests and visits to authentic Quechua communities—not to mention the colonial town of Lares and its hot springs. The last day consists of a visit to the impressive Inca citadel of Machu Picchu.

This deluxe Yampu tour includes a private trek to Machu Picchu on the Inca Trail. This trip is a great blend of luxury, adventure, learning and relaxing. You will stay at the best Orient Express hotels in Lima, Cuzco and Machu Picchu, and hike the Inca Trail up to the stone citadel with your own private staff. On return from Machu Picchu to Cuzco, you will take the Hiram Bingham Train on a spectacular journey through changing landscapes, lush fields, colorful villages and vistas of the Andes Mountains.

Mare Australis and Via Australis are the new expedition cruise ships of Cruceros Australis in Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego. The deluxe passenger ships offer safety and comfort. Each of the outside cabins offers spectacular views of the magnificent glaciers, forests, and snowcapped mountains when we cross from Chile to Argentina. Prior to the cruise we will visit the “cuernos” of Torres del Paine National Park, which comprises mountains, glaciers, lakes and rivers, and was declared a World Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO in 1978. Yampu travelers will also spend 2 days in Santiago.

In 12 days, we will visit the Corcovado National Park (the crown jewel in Costa Rica’s extensive system of national parks and biological reserves) in the Osa Peninsula, the Arenal Volcano, the town of Monteverde and its Cloud Forest (home to more than 100 species of mammals and more than 400 species of birds). Yampu travelers will spend their last 2 nights at Manuel Antonio National Park, with its small beaches and bays surrounded by luscious rainforest.

Yampu's Peruvian Treasures Tour with Sacred Valley includes the main highlights of Peru: Lima, Cuzco, Machu Picchu and the Sacred Valley in a more adventurous way. This trip will also take us through the Inca Trail, a thrilling experience to one and all. We will be exploring Cuzco and its surroundings in the most alternative way possible. This program is the ultimate mix of cultural travel and adventure sports tourism. Feel the adrenaline while enjoying of one of the most mystic and energetic places in the world.

Choose your own adventure: Explore (a) a capital city rife with culture, (b) the salt marsh of Manaure and its small, white mountains, (c) the lagoon at the flora and fauna sanctuary of Los Flamencos, (d) Tayrona National Park (known for stone paths that take you through the jungle to the Caribbean coast), (e) all of the above and more.... If you chose (e), read on.

Expose yourself to pre-Columbian funerary art; the largest group of religious monuments and megalithic sculptures in South America; two UNESCO World Heritage sites (Alto de los Idolos and Alto de las Piedras); a small, traditional, mountain town; Colombia's capital and, believe it or not, more....

Mare Australis and Via Australis are the new expedition cruise ships of Cruceros Australis in Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego. Each of the outside cabins offers spectacular views of glaciers, forests and snow-capped mountains when we cross from Argentina to Chile, arriving at Torres del Paine National Park. Yampu travelers will also visit Buenos Aires - that lovely city on the southern shore of the Rio de la Plata - and Santiago.

Yampu's Peruvian Treasures Tour with Sacred Valley includes the main highlights of Peru: Lima, Cuzco, Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley and the Amazon but in a more adventurous way. We will be exploring Cuzco and its surroundings in the most alternative way possible and the breath-taking Amazon with its various options for outdoor activities including jungle survival training. This program is the ultimate mix of cultural travel and adventure sports tourism. Feel the adrenaline while enjoying of one of the most mystic and energetic places in the world.

Yampu's Peruvian Treasures Tour with Sacred Valley includes the main highlights of Peru: Lima, Cuzco, Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley and the Amazon but in a more adventurous way. We will be exploring Cuzco and its surroundings in the most alternative way possible. Then we will be relaxing at one of the most luxurious cruises that travel along the Amazon. This program is the ultimate mix of cultural travel and adventure sports tourism. Feel the adrenaline while enjoying of one of the most mystic and energetic places in the world.

This trip starts off with a city tour of Cape Town, Table Mountain and the Cape Peninsula (including the penguin colony at Boulder's Bay and the southernmost tip of Africa). Next, head to the Cape Winelands, a region of award-winning wines, magnificent wine farms, scenic splendor, historic towns and authentic Cape Dutch architecture. Take in the Southern Right whales in the quaint town of Hermaus. Finally, take in Victoria Falls, also known as "Mosi oa-Tunya" ("the smoke that thunders"), where the Zambezi river plunges headlong into a 100m vertical chasm spanning the full one-and-a-half kilometre width of the river, creating the biggest curtain of falling water in the world and also one of the seven natural wonders of the world.

The perfect adventure trip for Yampu travelers. Hike the Inca Trail from Cuzco to Machu Picchu, camp for 3 nights on the ancient trail and spend a fabulous night near the ruins of Machu Picchu. Then you will have 4 days at Tambopata Lodge in the remote and tranquil Tambopata Candamo National Reserve. This immense protected area in the southeastern state of Madre de Dios has an incredible abundance of life forms. We will also visit the beautiful city of Cuzco, and Lima, the capital of Peru.

This is a packed trip that will take Yampu travelers to Costa Rica’s main highlights: Tortuguero National Park (the third-most popular park in Costa Rica, although it can only be reached by airplane or boat), Sarapiqui, the Arenal Volcano, Monteverde Cloud Forest, Rincón de la Vieja National Park (where you may find quetzals, curassows, cougars, monkeys, kinkajous and jaguars) and ending in Tamarindo with its beautiful beaches.

Yampu's Peruvian Treasures Tour with Sacred Valley includes the main highlights of Peru: Lima, Cuzco, Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley and the Amazon but in a more adventurous way. We will be exploring Cuzco and its surroundings in the most alternative way possible and the breath-taking Amazon with its various options for outdoor activities. This program is the ultimate mix of cultural travel and adventure sports tourism. Feel the adrenaline while enjoying of one of the most mystic and energetic places in the world.

This trip starts off with a city tour of Cape Town, Table Mountain, the penguin colony at Boulder's Bay, the southernmost tip of Africa and the beauty and culture of the nearby winelands. Then head to the Drakensberg Mountains, the highest mountain range in southern Africa and an important region for adventure activities. Following some time in these spectacular mountains you will then have the opportunity to visit the battlefields of Kwa Zulu-Natal. Finish up with a full multi-day safari in one of several private game reserves bordering Kruger National Park.

This trip starts off with a city tour of Cape Town, Table Mountain and the Cape Peninsula (including the penguin colony at Boulder's Bay and the southernmost tip of Africa). Next, enjoy a multi-day safari at one of several private game reserves bordering Kruger National Park. Finish at Victoria Falls, also known as "Mosi oa-Tunya" ("the smoke that thunders"), where the Zambezi river plunges headlong into a 100m vertical chasm spanning the full one-and-a-half kilometre width of the river, creating the biggest curtain of falling water in the world and also one of the seven natural wonders of the world.

Yampu takes you to the highlights of Chile: Santiago, a city of parks, universities, museums, history, fine arts and the nation’s stock exchange; Easter Island, the mysterious and remote island where more than 800 Moai statues bear mute witness to a bygone civilization; Patagonia’s ever-popular Torres del Paine National Park; and the Lake District, home to a series of splendid lakes, volcanoes, rivers and waterfalls. It is also where anglers from all over South America come to fly-fish.

This Yampu trip features four distinct areas of Chile. Visit Santiago, Chile’s metropolitan capital with a complete city tour. Explore the Atacama Desert, the driest place on earth, featuring volcanoes, geysers and hot springs against a stunning backdrop of the Andes Mountains. See the more than 800 Moais, carved stone sculptures, scattered over magical Easter Island. Venture through Patagonia, the fabled land of towering glaciers and mountains.

The deep-flowing waters of the Iguazu River plunge over 275 falls, encompassing almost two miles. Iguazu Falls, one of the natural wonders of the world, is taller than Niagara Falls and twice as wide. The border with Brazil goes through the Garganta del Diablo (Devil's Throat) where the falling water gives the illusion of magic rainbows. Yampu travelers will take a boat ride to see Devil's Throat up close (don't forget your raincoat!), and walk through the nearby trails. They are abundant with flora and fauna. In Buenos Aires, we will visit a typical estancia and attend a tango show. In the Lake Region we are going to see volcanoes and lakes in their entire splendor with the magnificent Andes towering behind them. The magnificent Perito Moreno Glacier in Calafate will also be part of this amazing Yampu trip

The impressive wildlife sanctuary of the Galapagos Islands is a perfect complement to the spiritual energy of the Incas in Machu Picchu, their famous mountain-top citadel. Yampu travelers will cruise the Galapagos on a small boat and reach Machu Picchu by foot on the famous Inca Trail. We will also visit Quito (Ecuador’s capital, which is surrounded by eight volcanoes), Lima and the fabulous city of Cuzco.

Stay at all three Explora hotels, in Atacama, Easter Island and Patagonia, and create the ultimate vacation in Chile. San Pedro de Atacama is an oasis set in the driest desert on earth. Staying at the Explora Hotel with the Andes Mountains as a backdrop, we will see volcanoes, salt flats and hot springs. Next, visit the famed Moais of Easter Island. The Oceanside Posada de Mike Rapu was created with comfort in mind. Lastly, stay four nights at the Explora Hotel in Patagonia.

Yampu's Peruvian Treasures Tour with Sacred Valley includes the main highlights of Peru: Lima, Cuzco, Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley and the Amazon but in a more adventurous way. We will be exploring Cuzco and its surroundings in the most alternative way possible and the breath-taking Amazon with its various options for outdoor activities including jungle survival training. This program is the ultimate mix of cultural travel and adventure sports tourism. Feel the adrenaline while enjoying of one of the most mystic and energetic places in the world.

Yampu’s complete trip of Chile: from north to south (2,700 miles) and from east to west (barely 150). You will visit the capital city of Santiago; the Atacama Desert, the driest place on earth; mysterious and magical Easter Island; Torres del Paine National Park, a beautiful aggregation of mountains, glaciers, lakes and rivers; and the Lake District, which has been has been compared with Switzerland, although its spectacular lakes, volcanoes, rivers and waterfalls take a back seat to none.