Visit With the Achuar Tribe Ever heard the saying “the journey is the destination”? When traveling from Quito, Ecuador to visit the Achuar’s remote community in the Amazon Rainforest, this is especially true. The untouched beauty of Ecuador’s Amazon Rainforest and taking time to visit with the Achuar community are the highlights of Gondwana’s Amazon Awakening tour. From Quito to …
Seeing Gorillas in the Wild: A First-Hand Experience The first thing is the colour green. When I arrived at Volcanoes National Park, despite occasional interruptions of the scenery like other people, rangers, and a few old brick buildings, there is an endless depth and variety of green. Expansive fields of grass are populated by rows of vegetables. A haze of …
Environmental History: Back to the Rainforest “Save the Rainforest” was a movement so prevalent in the 1990’s that T Shirts, posters, concerts and many parts of pop culture took on the cause. The emotional plea was to leave the vast expanse of flora and fauna in South America in peace so every tree could provide oxygen for our planet and …
Gondwana is Featured in The Boston Globe! Gondwana’s Rwanda Ecotour has been featured in The Boston Globe’s travel recommendations. The column Here, There, Everywhere features local trips in Boston, destinations in distant countries and travel accessories that can be used by anyone. Kari Bodnarchuk’s title, “See Rwanda’s Landscape, Gorillas and Capital” encompasses the highlights of this ecotour. Rwanda’s Landscape Each …
The Solar Cycle Research on the Northern Lights is still very much in its early stages. Particularly in terms of our ability to predict and forecast aurora activity, there are several questions that science doesn’t have the answer to. While theories and ideas come and go, our present understanding of Northern Lights activity is that their intensity and frequency are …
Ecuador is named an Eco-Concious Tour by The New York Times Gondwana has been featured in The New York Times travel section for the second time! In this instance, the publication included our trip to Ecuador in Elaine Glusac’s article, “5 Hotels and 5 e Tours for the Eco-Conscious Traveler.” Being mentioned as one of The New York Times’ top …
In Africa, water bores play a vital role in addressing water scarcity, particularly in arid regions. These boreholes tap into underground aquifers, providing communities with a reliable source of clean water for drinking, irrigation, and livestock. Their installation often involves collaboration between governments, NGOs, and local communities, aiming to improve access to safe drinking water and enhance agricultural productivity. However, …
How Fit Do You Need To Be For Gorilla Trekking/Hiking Tours Once you’ve booked your ticket for a gorilla trekking tour, the real planning begins. Some things are easy enough, like finding the passport, organizing a packing list, and planning your trip to the airport. But how fit do you need to be for walking with gorillas in Rwanda? This …
Honeymoon in Rwanda by UK Wedding Magazines UK Wedding Magazines has featured Gondwana’s gorilla trek in Rwanda as a unique honeymoon destination for nature lovers. The publication promotes, “If you’re on the hunt for a honeymoon with a difference Gondwana Ecotours has just announced a new eight-day adventure tour of Rwanda.” Providing wedding and honeymoon planning services, UK Wedding Magazines …
Before mountain gorilla trekking, many first-timers ask, “Are Gorillas Dangerous?” Recently there has been a surge of popularity in mountain gorilla trekking, but understandably, people have concerns about safety on these kinds of trips. From lions to hyenas, Africa is known for its fearsome predators, but mountain gorillas certainly aren’t one of them. Despite their gentle demeanor portrayed in popular …
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