Echoes of the Rainforest
Stories, news, and updates from the Fundación Amarun Pakcha and the Kichwa community of Wawa Sumaco, Ecuador
Edwin Tanguila: From Naranjilla Farmer to Conservation Hero
At the heart of Fundación Amarun Pakcha is Edwin Darío Tanguila Alvarado, a community tourism entrepreneur and conservationist whose journey from a humble naranjilla farmer to a champion of sustainable development is nothing short of inspiring. A Humble Beginning Born...
Travel to Ecuador with Ellen Jacobson
Friends of Amarun Pakcha founder, Ellen Jacobson invites you to join her on a personalized journey to Ecuador's Amazon. Immerse yourself in Ecuador's natural splendor through community-driven tourism projects that forge connections and create opportunities for...
Sad News For Our Amazonian Umbrellabirds
The recent loss of our Amazonian Umbrellabird lek is a poignant reminder of the delicate balance between conservation and the immediate economic needs faced by landowners in the Ecuadorian Amazon. Last week, we learned of an unfortunate turn of events. A landowner,...
Embracing Chakra: Recovering Ancient Wisdom for a Sustainable Future
What is Chakra and Why Is It Important? In some of Ecuador's most biodiverse places, there lies an ancient and sustainable method of farming known as the chakra. This agricultural practice is deeply rooted in the traditions of most Indigenous communities in the Andes...
