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    SOCIAL COMMITMENT

    With the native amazon communities

    “We believe that by working together, we can save the Amazon.”

    The Amazon rainforest is our home, however, it does not belong to us; it has been home to indigenous communities since long before the Spanish conquerors decided to descend from the mountains in search of the legendary city of El Dorado. The native communities of the Amazon are our neighbors and partners in the conservation of the home we all love.

    We understand that being a responsible eco-lodge in the Ecuadorian Amazon is more than simply providing employment to members of local villages. Together we intend to create a sustainable and ecological experience for our guests and make the Amazon Rainforest better for everyone.

    With you every step of the way

    WE CREATE OPPORTUNITIES

    La Selva works closely with local communities to improve their quality of life. Most of our employees are from our neighboring community, who receive compensation for the contribution of their ancestral knowledge. In the case of men; they guide our passengers and women introduce them to their customs.

    With you every step of the way

    PILCHI COMMUNITY

    To preserve the jungle and its inhabitants we make a monthly contribution to the Pilchi community in order for them to defend their territory from intruders. In return they respect our forest and lake in return by no longer hunting or fishing in this area, creating an even healthier ecosystem flourishing with wildlife. We believe that education is a tool for progress and success. In our efforts to improve the quality of life of the community, children are given scholarships to attend colleges. Local teachers and volunteers are also coordinated to teach English. We also support the Pilchi’s sustainable agriculture through the purchase of fruits and vegetables to be used in our lodge. To improve transportation, a new motorized canoe was donated to the local community to transport its members along the Napo River.

    With you every step of the way

    PACKING FOR A PURPOSE

    We invite you to be part of this program, where our passengers can voluntarily create a positive and significant impact on the children and adults of this community. When you travel to La Selva, you can register any donations of any kind through the program.

    Find out more below and don’t forget to pack for a purpose.

    DONATIONS

    supporting the community

    EFFECTIVE SUPPORT

    As every year, La Selva gave school objects to the children of the nearby community of Pilchi.

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