In conversation with Jan Brack, Chief of Projects at Inkaterra Guides Field Station

Can you tell us a bit about yourself? I am a native of Villa Rica in the Amazon region of Central Peru. I lived in Paraguay for eight years, after which I returned to my country to stay. I graduated from the Faculty of Forest Sciences of La Molina National Agrarian University, and I have […]

May 24, 2019

Hotels | May 2019

In Conversation with Claudia León, Head of Ecotourism

Beginning her journey with Inkaterra as an Explorer Guide, Claudia has come very far on her career path and is now Head of Ecotourism, an incredibly important position to hold as part of the Inkaterra family. We interviewed Claudia to delve a little deeper into her frontline knowledge of all things ecotourism and how her […]

April 18, 2019

Conservation and Sustainability | April 2019

The History of Earth Day

On Monday 22nd April, Inkaterra will be celebrating Earth Day 2019, an annual event held to promote sustainability whilst also raising awareness of environmental concerns. With events estimated to be taking place in over 190 countries this year, the Earth Day initiative has grown immeasurably since its conception 49 years ago. Started by American environmental […]

April 12, 2019

Conservation and Sustainability | April 2019

Sustainability in Peru: Plants vs Plastic

Peru boasts an enormously rich culture of ecological diversity and wonder; from the scenic rusty terrain of the Sacred Valley of the Incas to the vibrant green mountainscape of Machu Picchu, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, Peru is a place of exquisite natural beauty. Our beautiful country is home to an abundance […]

March 29, 2019

Conservation and Sustainability | March 2019

Earth Hour 2019

On Saturday 30th March, we will be taking part in the significant ‘La Hora del Planeta’ (Earth Hour) to make a contribution to helping the planet both environmentally and socially. Earth Hour is the largest global initiative championing environmental conservation, and this year the objective is even greater than before:⁣ ⁣To raise awareness of climate […]

January 22, 2015

Conservation and Sustainability | January 2015

Inkaterra Asociación's Environmental Workshop

Earlier this month the Inkaterra Asociación lead their latest educational workshop focusing on the environment. The programme has been running for nine years now, lead by a team of professional biologists and Inkaterra guides sharing their extensive knowledge of the surrounding area. The aim of these workshops has always been to help teach the local children how to value […]

December 16, 2014

Conservation and Sustainability | December 2014

Lima Climate Change Conference #CleanRevolution

The 20th session of the United Nations Climate Change Conference, (COP20) was hosted by the Peruvian Government in Lima, from 1st-12st December. The conference was held to help negations towards a global climate agreement. World leaders and guest speakers came together to define solutions and policies towards improving climate change. Inkaterra’s Founder José Koechlin was invited to speak […]

November 18, 2014

Awards & Accolades | November 2014

Inkaterra shortlisted for two PURE Awards 2014

During the recent PURE Awards, Inkaterra was shortlisted in two award categories, firstly for their ‘Contribution to Conservation & Sustainability’ and secondly José Koechlin founder and president of Inkaterra was nominated for his ‘Contribution to Experiential Travel’. The PURE Awards have now been running for two years, discovering and rewarding inspirational and experimental travellers from the community. […]