Parks And Tribes

Parks & Tribes is a pioneering Ecuadorian travel agency committed to delivering eco-tourism experiences that are as meaningful as they are thrilling. Founded by a team of conservation biologists — including members of the United Nations team that established Ecuador’s national parks system in the 1970s — the company brings unparalleled expertise and passion to every itinerary.

Their focus is simple yet profound: design tours that connect travellers not only with nature, but with the people and ecosystems that sustain it. Whether you're trekking through the Amazon basin, hiking volcanic slopes in the Andes, wandering cloud forests or exploring coastal mangroves and remote beaches, Parks & Tribes offers access to areas rarely visited by mainstream tourism — guided by locals who live and breathe these environments.

What sets them apart: • Deep knowledge of Ecuador’s 71 + protected areas (many operators know only a handful). • Partnerships with indigenous tribes and local communities that ensure benefits are shared with the people who protect and inhabit these landscapes. • Commitments to sustainability and conservation: tours are structured with minimal environmental footprint, conservation funding and community development in mind. • A wide range of ecosystems in one country — from tropical rainforest to alpine páramo, from coastal mangroves to dry forests — meaning varied adventure without excessive travel. Whether you’re a wildlife enthusiast, a culture-seeker, or a responsible adventurer seeking depth and authenticity, they provide the structure and support. Guests stay in locally owned lodges, travel with guides deeply familiar with both the terrain and local culture, and contribute to conservation efforts simply by choosing the right tour.

In choosing Parks & Tribes, you’re not just booking a vacation — you’re supporting an ethical travel model that aligns with the future of tourism: where nature thrives, communities flourish and every journey leaves a positive footprint. Explore Ecuador with intention and impact.