Kichwas of the Amazon
We are the Kichwas of the Amazon, the Naporunas who, over 25 years ago, made the strategic decision to focus on eco-sustainable tourism. This has enabled us to share our commitment to environmental stewardship, biodiversity conservation, and the preservation of our cultural heritage with a global audience.
Our lodge, comprising just 12 cabins, offers guests the opportunity to tailor their experience to suit their preferences in an environment where close contact with nature is a priority.
Our activity is designed to have the least possible impact on the environment. We use ecological systems, including recycled plastic wood in the reconstruction of paths and new cabins. We are the only ecolodge with solar panels that produce 70% of the energy needed to run the hotel, as well as providing hot water through solar water tanks.
We believe in equal opportunities! We are proud to have among our associates the incredible women of the Community who show our guests the very best of our culture. This allows them to generate extra income that really gives their families a boost!
COMMUNITY
The Little Kichwas
While elementary school is free in the country, Sani Lodge is committed to supporting the education of hundreds of children by providing essential supplies and direct employment opportunities for their parents.
What we’ve described above is not just a marketing strategy to attract clients. It’s a concept of life! It’s about taking care of our environment and making sustainable tourism a tool that allows us to protect the resources that ultimately don’t belong to us, but to the entire world.
COMMUNITY
We are the Kichwas
WOMEN ENTREPREUNERSHIP
SANI WARMI PROJECT
ARTISAN WOMEN
Sani Warmi Project
Sani Lodge is pleased to announce its partnership with the SANI WARMI project, which aims to empower the women of the community.
Historically, in many local communities, employment and economic independence for women have been limited. While many other lodges in the Amazon do not hire women, our Kichwa community and Sani Lodge have an inclusive employment policy.
The Sani Warmi project was initiated in 2008 in collaboration with the nonprofit Rainforest Partnership, headquartered in the United States, and the local Conservación y Desarrollo. The project was launched to address the mounting challenges faced by the community from extractive industries seeking to use our lands for oil prospecting and extraction. Sani Warmi integrates small business development and environmental education to ensure the project’s success.
The women of Sani Isla run their own business, manufacturing and selling artisan crafts made from local seeds, vines, and fibres. This business provides a sustainable source of income for the women and their families.
SANI WARMI PROJECT
Empowering the women of the community
COMMUNITY
Turtle reinsertion project
The Sani Warmi Centre oversees a freshwater turtle reinsertion project, whereby guests can adopt a small “charapa” turtle from the rescue centre for a fee. This project contributes to the repopulation of this endangered species.
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