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Forest Guardians is an initiative of the V Social Foundation launched in 2024 to support long-term rainforest conservation through Indigenous-led community stewardship in the Ecuadorian Amazon. A fixed share of Ventura TRAVEL’s annual travel revenue contributes to the rainforest project Forest Guardians.
The conservation project is implemented in partnership with the Kichwa community Sinchi Warmi in Ecuador's Amazon rainforest. . Its long-term goal is to transfer ownership of 36 hectares of rainforest to the Kichwa community organization Sinchi Warmi as community territory, while complying with environmental protection criteria.
Until the ownership transfer is completed, we are working together over a five-year period to support the protection and strengthening of the existing secondary forest and the more than 200 recorded animal and plant species it hosts. This includes reforestation of degraded areas, regeneration measures in order to improve ecological health and increase biodiversity, while empowering the community for the long-term management of the protected area.
Long-term conservation is only possible if it also provides sustainable livelihoods for the community. The project therefore supports community-based tourism, local products, and educational activities that generate local income while protecting the forest. The aim is to enable the 24 community members to dedicate time and resources to long-term forest stewardship.
Knowledge transfer between generations within the community is also an important part of the project. This is intended to help maintain the community’s connection to nature among future generations and support the long-term practice of forest protection. Through this financing contribution, your trip supports project work for the protection of rainforest in a region where forest areas are under land-use pressure. You can find out more on our project website: www.theforestguardians.org
At Ventura, AI is a core part of how we work. We use it intentionally to increase efficiency, improve decision-making, and avoid unnecessary processes, including automating before hiring. We are aware that AI and digital tools consume energy. That’s why we aim to work with responsible providers, choose efficient models where possible, and continuously question how and when we use AI. We believe transformation and responsibility must go hand in hand. We are committed to learning, improving, and reducing our impact as technology evolves, while staying transparent about the choices we make.
Yes, we still visit iconic hotspots, as they are important cultural and natural highlights. However, we take several measures to ensure our visits do not contribute to overtourism:
The CO₂e emissions per trip are measured after each design adjustment and are transparently published alongside the trip presentation on the Ventura Travel brands’ websites as part of the Frequently Asked Questions.
Ventura TRAVEL regularly measures and monitors the carbon footprint of its journeys, including the long-haul flights as well as the on-the-ground-program. All Brands actively reduce emissions through sustainable travel design: no unnecessary flights, fewer feeder flights, integration of rail and public transport, and promoting longer stays for a more balanced relationship between travel distance and impact.
From 2018 to 2024, VTT supported carbon reduction projects equivalent to the emissions generated. Recognizing the limits of traditional offsetting, we now focus on active environmental protection through our own rainforest project, Forest Guardians.
More information on our climate and environmental responsibility: https://www.venturatravel.org/impact
All key suppliers are required to adhere to the CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) section outlined in our provider contracts, which covers environmental responsibility, fair labour practices, health and safety, and ethical governance. We prioritise locally owned businesses and partners who actively support their communities and minimise environmental impact.
We are currently developing a comprehensive annual Sustainability Checklist and Code of Conduct, which will further strengthen our approach, this is a work in progress.
Through ongoing monitoring, supplier engagement, and continuous improvement, we aim to ensure that sustainability remains a shared, long-term commitment across all our operations, rather than a once-off requirement.
At Ventura, we ensure fair remuneration by assessing payments against current industry standards to remain competitive and aligned with local market conditions. In addition, we operate a bonus system that rewards excellent guiding and service, providing opportunities for additional earnings based on performance. This approach balances sustainable pricing with fair compensation and incentivises high-quality guest experiences.
We reduce plastic waste by acting at three levels:
With the V Social Foundation, we support local organizations in developing viable social enterprises built on participatory community structures: businesses that become effective, long-term vehicles for improving living conditions. At the same time, they contribute to broader goals: preserving cultural heritage, protecting the environment, empowering women, and creating opportunities for young people. To achieve this, we work hands-on and locally anchored, not from a distance. Our support is coordinated by regional coordinators who deeply understand both the local context and the expectations of international travelers. This allows us to strategically strengthen community-based tourism initiatives and use tourism as a real driver of local development.
We focus on building capacities, not dependencies. Our priority is to strengthen skills, governance, and entrepreneurship so communities gain autonomy and long-term independence. At the same time, every project we support must solve a concrete problem or deliver a tangible improvement for the community.
Through regular visits with our travel groups, we stay in constant dialogue with our partner communities. This direct feedback loop helps us quickly identify gaps, respond to emerging needs, and improve together.
And where it makes sense, we measure what matters: traveler satisfaction, real income generation within the project, and meaningful participation of the local population. Find more information on the transparency page of V Social Foundation or watch the video of the supported community Zapotal in Costa Rica to get a practical insight.
The impact of the Forest Guardians initiative is measured through territorial governance, ecological recovery, and community continuity. Secure land ownership keeps the forest under community control and protects it from extractive activities such as mining or industrial logging. An Indigenous Guard regularly patrols the territory to help detect and discourage illegal logging and hunting, documenting activities and reinforcing collective responsibility. Ecological progress is supported through a forest enrichment plan that reintroduces native tree species important for wildlife and canopy recovery. Progress is measured through the survival of planted trees, the regeneration of native vegetation, and long-term monitoring of wildlife using camera traps and field surveys, helping the community track the health of the forest and the species it supports. We also track implementation of the community’s Forest Management and Annual Operational Plan (POA), documenting conservation and capacity-building activities. Involving younger members in monitoring and restoration supports that knowledge and stewardship continue across generations, supporting long-term local management of the protected forest area.
On average a 58 % of the total travel price paid by a traveler remains within the destination, reflecting Ventura TRAVEL's strong contribution to, and consistently stable approach toward, local economic development . To determine this, we analyze each tour budget line by line, separating the costs into three primary categories:
We review this data regularly to ensure our business model continues to prioritize local suppliers and regional value chains, thereby increasing local value creation and contributing directly to local livelihoods and businesses
Remote work requires intentional structure and human connection. At Ventura, we support mental wellbeing through weekly 1:1s, peer feedback, annual HR check-ins, and regular satisfaction surveys to stay close to our team’s needs. We provide a home office budget for essential equipment and encourage healthy work habits. Clear roles, documented processes, and open communication help reduce stress in a remote environment. Connection also matters: we meet quarterly as a full company, host monthly FFF (Fun, Fair, Focus) activities, and gather once a year in person. We believe wellbeing is built through trust, clarity, flexibility, and continuous improvement.
Long-distance travel creates emissions, and for many of our destinations, flying is necessary to reach remote regions. We do not present this reality as climate-neutral, nor do we rely on simplistic claims. Instead, our approach is guided by three principles: consistently measuring our impact, reducing emissions through thoughtful trip design wherever possible, and taking responsibility for the emissions that remain.
While we recognize the environmental cost of long distance travel, we also believe in the power of tourism. Travel can foster mutual understanding, stregthen conservation efforts, preserve cultures and improve livelihoods. For this reason, we are committed to designing and offering journeys that are as responsible and thoughtfully crafted as possible.
Ventura selects service providers based on quality, reliability, and alignment with our sustainability values, with a strong preference for locally owned businesses. We intentionally avoid chain hotels, prioritising partners who offer authentic, community-based experiences.
We work with providers who deliver high service standards, operate safely and ethically, minimise environmental impact, provide fair working conditions, and actively support their local communities.
By combining operational excellence with environmental, social, and governance standards, we ensure our partnerships reflect our commitment to responsible and sustainable tourism.
At Ventura Travel, we are committed to sustainable tourism and take several active steps to prevent mass tourism and overtourism:
TourCert is an independent international certification for responsible tourism companies. It verifies that a company does not just claim sustainability, but systematically manages and improves its environmental, social, and economic impacts. Certification is based on external audits and internationally recognized sustainability standards. In practical terms, TourCert requires us to:
It is not a one-time label. We must demonstrate continuous improvement and documented progress. We could lose the certification if we:
In short, TourCert holds us accountable. Certification only remains valid if we continuously meet the standards and show measurable progress.
At Ventura Travel, our approach to school visits is guided by our Child Protection Policy, which shapes our tour design and operations. We fundamentally aim not to include any interactions with children in our itineraries. We believe it is essential to uphold the highest standards for children’s safety, well-being, and privacy, ensuring that children are never treated as tourist attractions.
Our policy is clear and comprehensive:
At Ventura Travel, we are committed to promoting only ethical and responsible tourism experiences. We categorically do not sell or promote any experiences that exploit animals or harm their welfare. Specifically, we draw a clear line against:
Our Approach: We only promote wildlife experiences that are respectful, non-intrusive, and beneficial to conservation and local communities. Our tours focus on observing animals in their natural habitats, guided by knowledgeable, ethical experts who prioritize both wildlife and ecosystem health. We constantly review our products and work with partners who share our values. If any experience is found to be unethical, it is removed from our offerings immediately.
Oui, il suffit de vous adresser à votre conseiller pour connaître les conditions. Le montant de la réduction dépend de la date de départ et de la compagnie aérienne prévue. Veuillez noter que nous bénéficions de tarifs négociés et donc la réduction n'est pas toujours équivalente au prix public.
Your safety is of utmost importance to us. As you are traveling without a tour guide or one of our company's representatives, you will have to alert local services directly in case of emergencies. Therefore, please keep in mind the following advice before your journey with us:
Have a list of possible emergency phone numbers at the destination (e.g. local hospitals, consulate or embassy).
Always carry our emergency phone number with you (which you can find in your travel documents).
In addition, carry the emergency number of your travel health insurance.
Finally, make sure to review and understand the luggage checklist (e.g. take sufficient medication with you, tips for your first-aid kit, keep a copy of your passport, etc.), which you received as part of your travel documents.
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