What the heck is Ecotrek?

Ecotrek is an online resource that is dedicated to growing “green” travel by promoting ecotourism and adventure travel within the Caribbean, Mexico, and Central America. Whether you prefer zip-lining across the rainforest canopy, snorkeling alongside sea turtles, or hangin’ with the locals at a beachfront establishment, our niche is to pair you with the perfect vacation experience.

Ecotrek is a practical tool created by independent travelers for those interested in sustainable travel. Our knack for research is your compass to discovering the “hidden gems”. Our goal is to provide an accurate glimpse into the diversity of each destination. We clue travelers in to the best licensed adventure companies, while sharing our knowledge of the indigenous people and cultures, ecosystems, and off-track treasures! We offer travel tips and what to pack specific to each destination.

Plan it yourself or contact our travel consultants to book any portion of your trip. Ecotrek produces custom itineraries and well-informed travelers! Whether you are an experienced eco-traveler or a first-time “Greenie”, we’re here to prove that anyone can climb a mountain, befriend another culture, and save the planet all in one day! The first step to “ecotreking” has to be a conscious one! Email Ecotrek’s travel consultants at conscioustraveler@ecotrek.net.

What is ecotourism?

Ecotourism is a style of travel often referred to as “green” or “sustainable” travel that minimizes the negative impact of tourism on the local people and the environment. It is most enjoyed by individuals with a spirit for light adventure, and the willingness to exit life’s highway to experience a path less traveled. Try making the shift from mainstream travel to conscious travel, and consider alternatives for the way you travel. Here’s how you can change the world one trip at a time:

  • Support the local economy of the places you travel. Try new foods, and buy from local artists.
  • Learn a new language, or at least a few words in the local language of wherever you travel.
  • Tread lightly- Choose from travel options that display concern for the environment and its natural resources. Be conscious about your decisions and how they impact the earth.
  • Increase one’s own awareness, learn something new about nature or a different culture every time you travel.
  • Compromise one’s “comfort zone”. We learn so much from new experiences!

To discuss possible destinations for your future travels, please contact Conscious Traveler toll-free at (877) 495-8500 or via email to info@ecotrek.net