We are a responsible ecotourism agency committed to the protection of our natural resources and to honoring the worldviews of Indigenous, Afro-descendant, and rural communities. Our focus is to guide the connection between travelers and nature, fostering ethical interactions that promote sustainability, environmental protection, respect for cultural heritage, and improved quality of life for the people who inhabit the territories we visit. These actions, framed within sustainable ecotourism, contribute to the conservation and protection of the planet.
My love, respect, and sensitivity toward nature and Indigenous, Afro-descendant, and rural communities have led me, with great enthusiasm, to explore my country—Colombia—through ecotourism for more than 25 years. From the Pacific to the Orinoco, from the Andes to the Eastern Plains, and from the desert to the Amazon, I have encountered countless communities in extraordinary places, along with landscapes full of brilliance and magic—worthy of being admired and discovered by travelers who resonate with my passion. The search for unique places has been my constant source of inspiration, allowing me to create nature-based travel experiences with the same love that each discovered corner offers me.
I am Mateo Isaza—a biologist, professional guide, mountaineer, photographer, and a lover of adventure and nature. My passion for travel has given me the knowledge to carefully design each journey we create at SAWA. In addition to being the founder and director, I am also an active guide, and on many of our expeditions I am present—organizing, guiding, and lovingly sharing my experience. I strive to ensure that our ecotourism services are of high quality and that they positively impact the lives of every person who travels alongside us.
At SAWA, we believe in collective creation. That is why we work with a multidisciplinary team, where each professional contributes their knowledge to the design and execution of every experience we offer. Our group is grounded in respect for diversity, for the environment, and for every community we visit. Guided by these principles, we collaborate with Indigenous, Afro-descendant, and settler guides, supporting local work and encouraging alternative livelihoods that reduce environmental impact. Alongside them, our team also includes qualified tourism guides who hold international certifications in wilderness first aid, ensuring that every journey we lead is safe, responsible, and transformative.
