Andean Trails


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Why do we like them?

Having spent a year out in South America himself, Alex knows exactly what incredible experiences Andean Trails have in store for you. As true specialists in South American trekking, mountaineering, biking and rafting, and with a strong commitment to using friendly local accommodation, guides and businesses, you can be sure of an unforgetable experience.

You can also be sure that few international operators are doing as much as these guys to support and benefit the communities you visit and places you explore - making your trip go that much further.



What do they say?

Andean Trails is a specialist tour operator offering challenging small-group trekking, mountain biking, mountaineering, kayaking and jungle expeditions in the South American Andes and Amazon.

Through our fixed departures, as well as individually created tailor made itineraries, we aim to discover the spectacular wilderness areas, fascinating native cultures and diverse wildlife of this spellbinding continent.

Andean Trails is governed by a commitment to sensitive travel. Our philosophy means keeping groups small and working as much as possible with locally owned businesses and fairly paid local staff.

You will find yourself travelling with like-minded people - experienced trekkers, mountain bikers and climbers, as well as relative novices.

Most of our trekking, biking and jungle expeditions are fully supported, meaning you need only carry a small pack with items needed during the day, such as a camera, binoculars and waterproofs. The rest of the luggage is transported by porters, donkeys or a support vehicle. We find that while on trek, a certain level of comfort is appreciated. We are generally accompanied by a team of local staff who set up camp and cook for us. On trekking expeditions, kitchen, dining and toilet tents are usually provided.

the low down:

  • Specialists in:
    Wild Places
    wilderness, polar, jungle, desert, safari
    Walk + Hike
    walking and hiking, multi day treks/expeditions
    Rock + Ice
    mountaineer, ice climb
    Water
    canoe & kayak, raft
    Bike
    touring, x-country, downhill
    More Adventures
    multi activity, horseride, volunteering
  • Head/Booking Office(s) in: Edinburgh, Scotland
  • Operating in: Africa / Middle East, South America, C America/Carribean, Namibia, Cuba, Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Ecuador, Guyana, Peru, Uruguay
  • Languages spoken: English, German, Spanish
  • Services provided: Accommodation, Inclusive Packages, Tuition / Schools, Guided Tours & Expeditions
  • Have been operating for: 15 years
  • Financial protection: ATOL Protected: 6275
  • Environmental / Social awards or certifications: LATA member


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Sustainability

Read more about our current policies and what we are doing next.


Our Current Policies

We have already integrated sustainable practices into most areas of operation but still plan to go further

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Our Future Action Plan

  • The porters we work with come from one community and we are actively involved in assisting the school there. We will continue this and add support.
  • Our aim is to increase the cultural interaction of our guests whilst in South America. We are committed to using locally owned businesses and recommending local services.
  • We will increase our support to Huchuy Yachaq, a Peruvian community project dedicated to supporting children and developing craft and other sources of sustainable income in one of Cusco's outlying neighbourhoods, financially and with volunteers.
  • We aim to minimise carbon output from our office operations. In 2010 we are planning to move into new office space that we hope to design and develop to be as efficient in energy use as possible. Non toxix, fair trade products will be used in the office.
  • In 2010 we aim for all office staff to be cycling to work. Any long haul travel will be carbon offset through Rainforest Concern.
  • We have purchased a share in a building in Peru, which is to be used as a training centre for Peruvian students learning about sustainable tourism.