Kagumu Adventures

18/04/2024

In the last Kagumu adventure students from visited the iconic Galápagos Islands. As well as discovering the islands and its incredible wildlife, the science students took part in restoration activities to help preserve the natural environment.

Students removed 190 invasive guava trees, planted 44 native trees, shared their knowledge with local students and used local produce to make their delicious meals.

Well done to all involved!

09/04/2024

As travellers we can help bring value to cultures and traditions, support local economies, and promote environmental awareness.

The trick is to travel responsibly.
Our checklist will help you make more informed decisions before, during, and after your trip.

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04/03/2024

One of the best ways to strengthen local economies, create jobs, and bring respect and appreciation for new cultures is through community-based tourism.

This type of travel broadens our perspectives and enriches our knowledge of new traditions and different ways of living. However, it can also have negative consequences on the environment and local communities.

To help you navigate to a more ethical community-focused tourism, check out our top tips for your next trip!

20/02/2024

Fantastic new countries, unique cultures & landscapes, your curriculum ! 🌎🔍
Bring your classroom learning to life with bespoke trips around Central and South America 😃.

16/02/2024

Consuelo is a native of Cusco and founder of Qosqomposta.
This truly innovative project provides composting options to locals and restaurants in the city.

She and her team has a mission to educate locals about good waste management. Visit with Kagumu and your students will become inspired to become more conscious about their consumption and gain the skills to start their very own compost!

14/02/2024

From colourful street parades to sacred ceremonies, that is the essence of South & Central American culture.

Swipe left and immerse yourself in the beauty of some traditional celebrations.

15/01/2024

Marisol is an owner of a vivero (plant nursery) in Santa Elena. She is native to Santa Elena and is part of our homestay experience.

She wants to promote good practices for forestry and teach visitors about the importance of preserving native forest. They get to see the beginnings of a reforestation
project and we have a tour with her.

                                              

09/01/2024

Entering 2024 with a new gusto for travel?

We highlight our top 5 destination picks in Latin America for a truly memorable educational trip - keep an eye out for the world's coolest neighbourhood and native communities showcasing sustainable living practices!

Our experts highlight 5 destinations around Latin America boasting excellent educational and cultural opportunities for 2024.

14/12/2023

The major advantage of studying Spanish abroad is that you are thinking about the language every day. Being able to talk with people in their own language allows you to break down social barriers and understand their lives. You also learn to make mistakes and laugh at the mistakes. This helps your skills improve quickly and you’ll have immense fun along the way!

Ready for your Spanish-immersion adventure?

13/12/2023

The major advantage of studying Spanish abroad is that you are thinking about the language every day. Being able to talk with people in their own language allows you to break down social barriers and understand their lives. You also learn to make mistakes and laugh at the mistakes. This helps your skills improve quickly and you'll have immense fun along the way!

Ready for your Spanish-immersion adventure?

24/11/2023

This project is a social enterprise in the Ccaccaccollo village, in Peru’s Sacred Valley.
During this cultural immersion, guests the community, learn traditional weaving techniques, and eat a home-cooked lunch with the women part of the Coop.

Get in touch to discover our Peru trips.

To read more about this project, here is an article that Simon (Kagumu’s founder) wrote about it:

https://www.theguardian.com/travel/2016/may/09/ccaccaccollo-weaving-market-cusco-peru-sacred-valley

                               

22/11/2023

In a recent newsletter of our partner , one of our itineraries was mentioned! In this brand-new itinerary we invite travellers to go through a restoration project with mangroves in Ciénaga Grande, Santa Marta, Colombia. Mangroves not only store carbon dioxide, but also help help prevent coastal erosion and ensure water quality as mentioned in the message. For the rest of the trip, travellers go sailing with a project dedicated to cleaning Santa Marta's beaches of plastic and rubbish before visiting an indigenous-led community project in Parque Tayrona.

18/11/2023

Experiencing (and appreciating) cultures vastly different from our own is what makes travel beautiful and life-enhancing.

But preparation is key!

16/11/2023

Laura Rubio, a local resident, wants to engage her community in Medellin, Colombia in sustainable practices and has done this by creating a beautiful urban garden! Kagumu visitors help Laura with garden maintenance, planting plants, cleaning the ground and making compost. This is not only a great way to create a green space for residents to enjoy but it gives visiting students essential skills to create their own garden and compost in their own community!

                                                

07/11/2023

Immerse yourself slowly into the journey...
In essence, slow travel is a travel philosophy and approach about embracing the present moment, cherishing the journey as much as the destination, and discovering the beauty of a place at a human pace. It’s an approach that can lead to more meaningful, enriching, and transformative travel experiences.

It emphasizes quality over quantity and meaningful connections over superficial sightseeing.

Join us on an upcoming adventure in Latin America!

02/11/2023

Explore the traditions of this Afro-Caribbean community by taking part in an energetic cumbia and chapeta dance class. Support the Batambora foundation in their quest to protect their cultural heritage in the face of uncontrolled tourism.

                                              

18/10/2023

"In 2023, our neighbourhoods are more global than ever before...But while most of these neighbourhoods have experienced a transformation over recent years, they remain resolutely local at heart."

And that's what the winning neighbourhood offers to those who visit it.

Find out which Medellín neighbourhood won as the coolest in the world!

Did your area make this year’s list?

10/10/2023

In the heart of Colombia, Ciudad Perdida taught us that in the age of speed, sometimes, it's the slowest journeys that reveal the richest stories.

This place whispered a different kind of narrative. Here, the concept of “slow travel” unfolded like a well-woven story, one that unfurled with every step taken along its ancient paths.

The hike to Ciudad Perdida was no mere trek; it was a pilgrimage through time itself. Each day brought a new chapter, a new discovery. And time seemed to stretch, allowing you to savor each moment.

You'd encounter indigenous tribes and can learn from their traditions and stories breathing life into the history-rich landscape.

To get the ultimate travel guide for this place visit our blog:
https://kagumuadventures.com/blog_kagumu/lost-city-trek-colombia-the-complete-travel-guide/

28/09/2023

Andean adventures, complete immersion into ancient cultures, and a world of epic archaeological wonders - it’s not wonder why Peru tops the list for a Spanish language trip.

Here are 5 reasons why you should choose Peru for your next language trip!

19/09/2023

Ana is a tour leader and operations manager for Kagumu and part of Estamos Listas, a political movement born to build a feminist democracy by redistributing power and wealth and achieving justice for women in Colombia.

                                     

02/09/2023

Don Carlos is a Colombian farmer who produces organic production methods in his farm in El Carmen de Viboral in the West side a 1h30 hours from Medellin. He got ill from using chemicals on his vegetables and that's the reason why he since became a leading organic farmer and inspiring others to do the same.

22/07/2023

Would you like to learn about Quechua culture? 😊

Here is Renato who organizes the homestay and runs activities for Kagumu 😎. He is a Quechua community member and our partner in the Kuyo Chico homestay community in Peru 🇵🇪.

Renato wants to teach others about the culture and traditions of the Kuyo Chico Quechua community 🤓 and show how this village works in a sustainable way 🍃♻️.

                                      

14/07/2023

Learn about the Arhuaco culture through bag workshops 🤓!

Leader of the Arhucao community, founder of Wirakoku, Lucelly is determined to help preserve Arhuaco traditions, culture and especially the bag weaving that is a sacred part of their community 🤩. 

Wirakoku is a foundation dedicated to promoting the culture and customs and traditions of the female in the Arhuaco community ✨.

With her the guests learn about the Arhuaco culture through interactive bag weaving workshops 🙌.

                                     

13/07/2023

Travelling with a low-carbon emissions mindset 😎🙏.

Choose greener transport options while travelling to lower your environmental 🌿 impact AND gain a greater insight into local culture 🤩. Check out these useful apps to help you on your low-carbon emission journey:

🚲 Cycling app - https://www.bikemap.net

🐾 Measure your emissions - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=co.uk.green_travel.app&hl=en&gl=US&pli=1

🗓️ Responsible travel planner - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/tripit-travel-planner/id311035142

29/06/2023

📸 Help us promote good responsible travel practices by sharing your thoughts, tips and local companies below 🌎💚.

We’ll get you started with a few fantastic partners we work with:

🌱 Responsible travel operator in Ecuador - CarpeDM Adventures
☕ B Corporation coffee producers in Colombia - Urbania Cafe
🪡 Female-owned foundation promoting Arhuaco culture in Colombia - Wirakoku
🌱 Responsible local operators in Peru - http://alianzaandina.org/

And our new partner .col Mot Mot , who works with several artisans in Colombia to make their designs known internationally.

💥 Bonus tip! TripIt: Travel Planner, the world's highest-rated travel planner app, will help you for trip and itinerary organization!

14/06/2023

🦜📢 Calling all adventure seekers! It's time to rewrite the rules of wildlife encounters.

Let's embark on a journey that leaves a positive impact and everlasting memories! 📸🌿��👀 It's time to share our stories and spread awareness about responsible tourism. 🌳 Whether it's observing magnificent creatures in their natural habitat or volunteering for wildlife conservation projects, every effort counts! 🌎 ��

Let's leave a positive trail!🚶‍♀️🐆��

02/03/2023

Keen to create an urban garden to positively impact your community? Discover this other other techniques to lower your carbon emissions with Colombian biologist Laura Rubio - sign up for this free webinar here - https://forms.gle/yocL7aiGLd9DP4i36

21/04/2022

“Andres was engaging, passionate and an entertaining host during our excursion to Medellin. His love for country and knowledge helped transport us there.” Matt Moran, World Languages Dept, Reavis High School.

13/02/2022

Forging new friendships on day 1 of our hiking adventure to Colombia’s Andean peaks and into Caribbean jungle.