About LEAD ADVENTURES

Lead Aventures is an Ecuadorian tour operator estbalished in 2004, currently we are affiliated to the Ministery of Tourism, Quito Turismo, local Organization that promote good practices. We are members of Responsible Travel. ....less

We don’t just protect local customs, languages, and art – we also support fair trade. We tell you to buy stuff directly from the local makers, like their crafts, food, and goodies.
Our itineraries include visit to the most traditional communities where you will learn how locals live on a daily basis, where they buy groceries, use their means of transportation and much more. ....less

Ecuador removed its COVID-19 entry restrictions on October 20, 2022. International tourists no longer needed to provide COVID-19 immunization cards or proof of a negative COVID-19 test before arrival in the country. ....less

Environment protection is our passion. Every trip is designed with the aid of an EIA (Environmental Impact Assessments) expert, each excursion tailored to a policy of ¨zero environmental impact´.
We put our money where it matters by investing in community stuff like schools, hospitals, and making neighbourhoods better. A part of your fee will be focused to assist a local NGO. ....less

ECUADOR ADVENTURE TRAVEL & VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

BE MORE THAN A TOURIST!, ENVIRONMENTALLY RESPONSIBLE VOLUNTEER AND TRAVEL PROGRAMS IN ECUADOR AND THE GALAPAGOS ISLANDS, GUIDED BY LOCAL EXPERTS

We are a local squad of dedicated South American specialists offering detailed knowledge on most of Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands! Everyone on our team is born and bred Ecuadorian!

Because of our local knowledge, we can provide our customers with more information on the country’s best attractions. Our country is stuffed with interesting stories, cultural norms, and natural wonders. During your Ecuadorian experience, you’ll get an in-depth look at local life.

With the aim of being socially and environmentally responsible, our programs circulate our revenues within the local community, significantly increasing employment and development.

Generally, traditional tourism and cruise companies are not all based locally and tend to give nothing back to the neighborhoods and communities in which they operate. If you choose to work with us, you choose to help preserve Ecuador’s world-famous wonders.

And with our variety of volunteer programs, there is no shortage of the good you can do. You can work in childcare education, volunteer in the Galapagos Islands, volunteer in the Amazon Rainforest, or even spend time in a cloud forest.

Sometimes it’s hard to choose just one program! However, our programs are unique because you can customize them to your liking. You can combine different volunteer programs and work with us to arrange tours and activities in your free time. One week you can be snorkeling in the Galapagos Islands and the next you can be helping children in the country’s capital! After all, if you’re coming to Ecuador why not do everything that you want to do?

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We make sure to hire folks from communities that usually don’t get a fair shot. They become our guides, artists, cooks, and more.
We maintain great relationships with partners around the country generaring work opportunites and promoting cultural exchange experiences.
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We aim to be socially and environmentally responsible, our programmes circulate our revenues within the local community, significantly increasing employment and development. Generally, traditional tourism and cruise companies are not all based locally and tend to give nothing back to the neighbourhoods and communities in which they operate. If you choose to work with us, you choose to help preserve Ecuador’s world-famous wonders. And with our variety of volunteer programs, there is no shortage to the good you can do. You can work in childcare education, volunteer in the Galapagos Islands, volunteer in the Amazon Rain-forest, or even spend time in a cloud forest. ....less

We work with local staff and contribute to the Ecuadorian Econmy. Our volunteer and travel programs objective is to share with our visitors the work we do locally, we partner with day care centers, schools, elder care organizations that asssit people in need. ....less

We know how important it is to build mutually beneficial relationships with local resources here in Ecuador and on the Galapagos Islands. As a South American (Ecuadorian) based company, the quality of our local contacts is second to none.

Because of our superb contacts, we have a plethora of knowledge that can’t be found in a guidebook or on the Internet. This allows us to offer quick and efficient services to our participants. Not only will you be able to find the best local restaurants around, but you’ll also be safe because our staff has local knowledge of nearby hospitals. We can also tell you about the best parts of the city to visit, based on more than enough personal experience! You’re not just coming for a visit to Ecuador-you’re coming for a visit to our home!

And the local people are more than just people that we work with. There are our friends and residents of our country! They are also willing to help out in any situation should you need it during your Ecuadorian experience. Our staff is also bilingual, which means that we can help you navigate the ins and outs of a new place safely, quickly, and efficiently.

We understand that volunteering abroad can sometimes be nerve-wracking especially if you don’t know the language. But with our help, you can relax knowing that all of the stressful details are taken care of and focus on having the best volunteering experience you can have. Instead of worrying about booking flights and accommodations, think about the good you can do during your stay in Ecuador! This is your chance to volunteer with children, volunteer in one of the world’s most amazing ecosystems, or volunteer with animals in the Amazon! And during your spare time, see some of the rarest animals around, visit some of the planet’s most well-preserved buildings, or trek up amazing mountains for awe-inspiring views! All the while, you can relax knowing that your money and time are being put to good use. Experience Ecuador to its fullest by helping the community and seeing the beautiful country from multiple perspectives! ....less