The moment you step into the rich Amazon rainforest, you’ll quickly realize why it’s called the Lungs of the Planet. Alongside the Kichwa people who live there and a group of adventure-seekers just like you, you’ll have the chance to look under every leaf of the Amazon and uncover one-of-a-kind experiences and adventures. Take part in a minga—a community call to action—master the art of traditional indigenous weaponry from an expert and volunteer on a development project, all while connecting with the people who call Ecuador home.
A unique Amazonian adventure is calling
Meet the families and communities of the Amazon as they invite you into their homes, hear the story of how our founders witnessed a minga—a community call to action—that inspired them, and then volunteer on a development project such as building a school.
Connect with community members
Trip Itinerary
- 1
Arrive in Quito
Meet your ME to WE facilitator before heading to your hotel
- 2
Explore Ecuador’s
biodiversity on the drive into the Amazon and Minga Lodge
- 3
Start your day
with a jungle walk or canoe ride to the nearby community where you’ll be working on a WE Charity development project alongside community members Visit the WE Agricultural Learning Center to discuss WE Villages Food Pillar and learn how to make your own chocolate at the cacao farm
- 4
A day in the life
of a local farmer. Explore the Amazon rainforest with your local naturalist guide
- 5
Continue working
on your sustainable development project. Take part in “Kichwa in the Kitchen”, a traditional cooking lesson
- 6
Spend the morning
with a group of female artisans to learn how they’re earning a sustainable income through traditional jewelry-making Experience a shamanic ceremony and get hands-on weapons training
- 7
Continue working
on your development project. Say goodbye to the local community. Reflect on your week of new experiences and meaningful contributions to community development with a farewell dinner celebration
- 8
Depart for Quito
check into your hotel and explore the historic capital city
- 9
Depart
on your international flight home—hasta leugo!
$4495*
*Trip Only - 9 Days.
*Cost in USD
$4495*
*Trip Only - 9 Days.
*Cost in USD
- 1
Arrive in Quito
Meet your ME to WE facilitator before heading to your hotel
- 2
Explore Ecuador’s
biodiversity on the drive into the Amazon and Minga Lodge
- 3
Start your day
with a jungle walk or canoe ride to the nearby community where you’ll be working on a WE Charity development project alongside community members Visit the WE Agricultural Learning Center to discuss WE Villages Food Pillar and learn how to make your own chocolate at the cacao farm
- 4
A day in the life
of a local farmer. Explore the Amazon rainforest with your local naturalist guide
- 5
Continue working
on your sustainable development project. Take part in “Kichwa in the Kitchen”, a traditional cooking lesson
- 6
Spend the morning
with a group of female artisans to learn how they’re earning a sustainable income through traditional jewelry-making Experience a shamanic ceremony and get hands-on weapons training
- 7
Continue working
on your development project. Say goodbye to the local community. Reflect on your week of new experiences and meaningful contributions to community development with a farewell dinner celebration
- 8
Depart for Quito
check into your hotel and explore the historic capital city
- 9
Depart
on your international flight home—hasta leugo!
What’s included on your trip
ME to WE Trips are fully hosted and offer complete turnkey service. We include the following to ensure an easy and stress-free experience:
- ME to WE professional facilitator
- 8 nights accommodation
- All meals and drinks at Bogani Tented Cottages and Camp or Aravali Tented Cottages and Camp or Minga Lodge, including purified water, sodas, beer and wine
- All activities as outlined in the itinerary
- Ground transportation throughout the duration of the trip
- Domestic air in country (international flights are not included)
What makes our trips as world-changing as they are life-changing?
Every ME to WE Trip takes place in a region where our renowned partner, WE Charity, works with communities to implement holistic, sustainable solutions with their over 20-year experience. As a traveler, you’ll have the opportunity to create real change on the ground and contribute to the stories of transformation of the people you meet.
In our travelers’ words
“To the people of Ecuador—proud, welcoming, friend and so happy—thank you. I believed this trip was supposed to be about giving back, but it turned out the other way around.”
Mike Ferriman, director of game presentation, The Toronto Maple Leaf Hockey Club
Ready to start your adventure?
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