Tropic is the first boutique tour operator dedicated to celebrating ecotourism in Ecuador, Peru & Chile. A National GeographicWorld Legacy Award winner, Tropic has specialized in responsible tourism through high quality operations and exceptional service since 1994. We are at the forefront of crafting authentic, creative and unique adventures throughout Ecuador, resulting in transformational experiences for travelers. We are guardians of South America’s treasures – our diverse cultures, incredible biodiversity and rich natural resources. Tropic is made up of an expert team of sales and operations professionals with offices on mainland Ecuador, Galapagos and Cusco. We know that the quality of guiding is one of the most important factors of any trip. We deliver the best possible experience for our guests exploring Ecuador by investing heavily in ourguiding community. Our Guardians program aims to ensure our guides feel they are a part of something communal something bigger. We are proud of our guiding program, and our commitment to caring for the wellbeing of our ambassadors representing us on the ground. Tropic has unique lodges in the Andes and Galapagos, Galapagos Magic tented camp in the Santa Cruz highlands, Lava Lodge on Floreana, Chilcabamba Mountain Lodge in Cotopaxi and Andean Lodges in Ausangate – creating local development bases and allowing us to manage a authentic circuits with the Tropic touch sustainable ethos. We partner with local communities in the areas that we visit, ensuring that travelers have a once in a lifetime experience.