I recently had a chance to stay with the amazing people of the Secoya tribe while traveling with a group of students from my university on an eco-tourism study abroad program. Going into this adventure I had absolutely no idea of what to expect. During my time at the surprisingly comfortable eco-lodge I had an experience that was completely new... More

When I imagined going to the Ecuador amazon, I never imagined it would be so real. I was absolutely amazed at the secoya peoples hospitality. We were their first guests and I definitely would love to go back in the future. I learned so much and was constantly amazed at their knowledge and use of the natural world! If you... More

Led a group of students on a sustainable tourism course through Ecuador. First stop was the Secoya Lodge, and it was a highlight. I would highly recommend the lodge to the adventure traveler, those looking for genuine experiences, and anyone intrested in sustainable tourism practices. Not only did students have a transformative experience, they made a contribution to the struggle... More