Awasi is a place to slow down and discover a new side of unassuming luxury. They recognize time and space as the greatest of privileges. More than a trip, Awasi is a state of mind. From the comfort of their low-impact lodges to the expert knowledge of their trained guides, their team is passionate about making each guest's adventure unique.
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Awasi Foundation
"We are part of the earth and she is part of us."
Awasi's properties are located in three of South America's most unique environments. They are committed to protecting their natural and cultural heritage through the conservation of their ecosystems, the reintroduction of native species and the implementation of concrete social initiatives.
Did you know that Awasi is Carbon Neutral?
Awasi protects 340 hectares of native woodland in Iguazú and Patagonia. These areas absorb over 10,000 tonnes of CO2 per year. This amount is greater than the emissions generated by their three lodges, including the travel emissions of their guests.
Awasi Patagonia: A Conservation Project
Torres del Paine National Park is a refuge for wildlife, harboring native species like the puma, condor, guanacos, and many others. However, when these creatures leave the protected boundaries of the national park, they are exposed to several dangers. Since Awasi Patagonia is located right on the edge of the park, they decided to create a natural corridor, thus expanding the protected area and creating territories for them to inhabit freely.
By leasing adjacent sheep farms and working together with neighboring estancias, we have helped restore the natural habitat of native species, and now between 9 and 12 pumas roam an area that was devoid of wildlife. The Awasi guides help monitor the puma populations and keep hunters away, even during the off-season. Furthermore, we are working with scientists and researchers to gather information about the behavioral patterns of these species.
After just two years of active protection in the Awasi Reserve, we are already observing an increase in animal presence. Not only is there a steady puma population in the area, but other species like the Geoffroy's cat (which was believed to be extinct in the region) have benefited from the protection as well.
Awasi Iguazu: Nature & Wildlife
Awasi Iguazu is set in one of the last remaining parts of the Atlantic Rainforest, an area with an incredibly rich ecosystem and one of the best places in the world for bird-watching and butterfly spotting. Sadly, the rainforest is rapidly decreasing in neighboring areas due to deforestation and the expansion of agriculture. It is one of the most biodiverse areas in Argentina.
Their efforts are focused on protecting and conserving this valuable ecosystem. This is achieved through donations and direct collaboration with local organizations dedicated to the protection, rehabilitation, and reintroduction of native animals. They also play a role in safeguarding natural areas by assisting in the monitoring and tracking of local species, as well as aiding the authorities in efforts to deter hunters and poachers.
Awasi Iguazu: Guarani Communities
The area around Awasi Iguazu is home to four neighboring native Guarani Communities. Their culture is extremely rich and serves as an inspiration to us in terms of how to coexist respectfully alongside nature.
They support these communities by providing a series of collaborations that extend throughout the year. This includes organizing private visits to the community, where the most skilled artisans offer basketry demonstrations. Furthermore, they finance a weekly art workshop at the local school, addressing the previous absence of an art teacher for the children. During these workshops, various artists, such as illustrators and theater teachers, are arranged to participate, equipping the children with tools for self-expression and creativity.
A part of Awasi’s direct sales is destined to support these projects. However, they offer options to donate towards their initiatives.
Sustainability at the Awasi Lodges
SUSTAINABILITY IN DAILY OPERATIONS
Here are some further details about the actions Awasi takes daily to keep their lodges green and sustainable in their daily operations:
The Awasi drive for tailored luxury has led to an emphasis on a la carte meals, shortened menus, and food being prepared on demand. No more oversized buffet spreads which inevitably lead to food waste.
Food is seasonal and locally-sourced where possible at all the Awasi hotels to minimize food miles, and also prepared on site – yogurts, juices and granolas served at breakfast are prepared fresh each morning. Better for the environment and tastier for you.
The chefs all produce their own jams, vinegars, pickles, snacks, infusions, and syrups, therefore minimizing wastage and optimizing the use of excess and surplus ingredients.
Vendors and suppliers are vetted and selected based on the quantity of packaging they use.
The preference for local supply also ranges from building materials to decoration, food, and experiences for their guests.
Plastic straws have been eliminated across their hotels.
In the bathrooms, larger, refillable bottles for soap and other products reduce the use of disposable dispensers and mini-bottles.
Most personal hygiene and cleaning products at the hotel are biodegradable.
Reusable water bottles are provided to all guests. Whilst bottled mineral water is available on demand, it is discouraged; filtered water dispensers have been installed in common areas to minimize the use of disposable plastic bottles.
Reducing water waste: Furthermore, each of their lodges has its own well from where water is sourced and each hotel has its own water treatment plant which can treat the local water.
Their kitchen gardens use organic waste to produce compost and fertilizer to help grow more locally sourced ingredients.
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Susan Campo
5 days ago
The trip was not only memorable for the amount of animals we saw but also for the people and accommodations at the two camps where we stayed. Our first guide, BK, was a wealth of information about the animals, landscape and down to the plants and what they were used for. Everyday out was a learning experience with him. All the people at the camps were gracious and the food was excellent.
Our second camp in the Okavanga was just as good as the first as far as the staff, accommodations, food and animals. After our experience at the first camp we amazed that the high quality remained the same. Our guide, G, made sure we were able to enjoy every experience including a rush through the bush to witness a cheetah and an ensuing hunt that he heard over his radio.
In both camps there were enough guides out that if they saw something the other guides were informed which helped in seeing as much as possible. It was also nice that the concessions were large enough that we did not have vehicles following each other throughout the day.
Normally there is always something in a trip of this length that we think could be improved upon but this is the rare case where we cannot think of anything. From the time we left the States to when we returned it was one of the most hassle free vacations we took.
Perhaps emphasizing the use of the laundry facilities at the camps would be useful because of the luggage restrictions would be the only thing I can think of as an improvement to future clients.
Kenneth Dropek
6 days ago
Mary was so pleasant and professional. She made sure all of our questions were answered.
