For all these years, we’ve been revealing the most authentic treasures of Latin America to French travelers and visitors from all over the world. Our approach has always been about immersion, contemplation, and genuine connection with the places and people.
This philosophy guides everything we do and shapes the unique experiences we offer your clients.
Our expertise: tailor-made journeys since 1987
A dream, a vision, and a story that became reality. With a presence in 11 countries, we’ve grown our expertise year after year. Despite everyday challenges, we’ve stayed true to our core values: authenticity, sustainability, and innovation.
Our strength lies in decades of on-the-ground experience and privileged relationships with our partners and local communities—bonds we’ve patiently and respectfully nurtured.
Quimbaya Latin America: 100% DMC, 100% Latin American, and 100% dedicated to travel professionals in France and around the world. We’ve always designed immersive and innovative trips for your clients.
Each tour is meticulously created by our local team in each destination: journeys that spark authentic encounters and unique activities, always accompanied by our passionate local guides. Our network of partners, built over the years, ensures your clients will enjoy unforgettable, one-of-a-kind experiences.
Here are just a few life moments your clients will share across our destinations.
Unique experiences across the continent
Each destination holds unique traditions and unforgettable encounters. We’ve carefully selected experiences that allow travelers to fully immerse themselves in local cultures.
In Argentina, your travelers can dive into gaucho culture. During authentic asados in the Pampas, they’ll share mate, learning social customs and hearing stories that shape the soul of this country. They’ll also explore the ancestral culture of yerba mate in the Misiones region through the history of the Bemberg family—an authentic experience linking heritage and local history.
In Panama, your clients will help preserve the endemic rice “Arroz Criollo” alongside a local community. They’ll take part in traditional planting processes, discover ancient tools, and explore the ethnobotany of the vegetable garden. Workshops on making the “Sombrero Pintao” and traditional corn tortillas will deepen their connection with local agricultural and culinary traditions.
In Peru, your clients will visit the community of Umasbamba along the Sacred Valley, a village preserving ancestral customs. They’ll take part in a traditional Pachamanca (stone-cooked meal), learn about Andean textile art, and visit a chichería to witness the preparation of chicha, the Incas’ sacred drink, now recognized as part of Peru’s national heritage.
In Ecuador, meeting the Bacpancel community illustrates how cultural traditions and modern initiatives can align for sustainable development. This visit is a unique opportunity to discover authentic rural Ecuadorian life and support initiatives that honor cultural heritage.
Environmental protection and ecotourism
Our commitment to environmental preservation is expressed through unique ecotourism experiences.
In Ecuador’s Yasuni National Park, we work with Waorani naturalist guides who share their knowledge of the Amazon rainforest. Your clients will learn about the traditional uses of over 200 medicinal plants and gain insight into the importance of preserving this ancestral wisdom.
In Tortuguero, Costa Rica, we offer a participatory conservation experience. Your clients will work alongside biologists to protect sea turtles, directly contributing to the survival of these emblematic species while discovering the rich Caribbean ecosystem.
In Peru, Quimbaya Latin America offers a kayak adventure on Lake Titicaca to the Uros floating islands. Beyond the sport, this is a privileged meeting with communities who have lived there for centuries. Your clients will learn how the islands are built and maintained, preserving a unique ancestral skill in a stunning natural setting.
Also in Panama, your clients will meet the Embera women’s artisan association (AMARIE), dedicated to preserving their culture. They’ll be welcomed by the community, explore the “house of knowledge,” watch traditional dances, enjoy a local lunch, and hike to learn about medicinal plants before visiting a craft market where ancestral skills and modern creativity come together.
Another day in Panama takes your clients to Lake Bayano for an agro-tourism experience. A local farmer will share the secrets of crops like pineapple. Travelers will see traditional fishing demonstrations and enjoy kayaking on the lake, offering a true immersion into the daily life of the “interiorana” population and their preserved environment.
Craftsmanship and living traditions
In Guatemala, our collaboration with a cooperative of Mayan weavers from Lake Atitlán provides a unique perspective on preserving artisanal traditions. Your clients will observe ancestral weaving techniques, the meaning behind traditional patterns, and see how this craftsmanship supports economic independence and cultural preservation.
In Ecuador, the community of San Juan del Cid offers a genuine immersion into rural Andean life. Your clients will discover a local economy built on traditional farming, livestock, and craftsmanship, while joining in festive celebrations filled with music and dance that carry the region’s Indigenous and Mestizo heritage.
In the same region, the La Vieja Molienda mill hosts an educational tour showcasing traditional sugar production methods. This enriching experience highlights ancestral knowledge while supporting community-based tourism that respects local traditions.
All of these exceptional encounters are no coincidence. They are the result of years spent on the ground, building relationships with patience and respect.
Our commitment to responsible tourism
With a presence in 11 countries and strong ties to local communities, we create travel experiences filled with meaning. Our expert and passionate local teams ensure your clients enjoy authentic and enriching experiences—while maximizing the positive impact on the communities they visit.
Each itinerary is designed to generate shared value, benefiting both travelers and locals.
By choosing Quimbaya Latin America, you offer your clients more than a trip:
- Genuine interactions with local communities that broaden their worldview
- Unique and original discoveries that create lasting memories
- Responsible tourism that helps preserve living traditions
- Deep cultural immersion guided by passionate local experts
We know your travelers will return transformed from these experiences—with stars in their eyes and gratitude for having lived something truly exceptional. Because while every destination sparks wonder, it’s the shared moments, the exchanged glances, and the stories told that turn a trip into an unforgettable adventure.
By placing your trust in Quimbaya Latin America, you give your clients itineraries that resonate, encounters that leave a mark, and memories that last a lifetime.
Together, let’s build a more conscious, sustainable, and rewarding form of tourism for all.