Sustainability Policy β Tanimboca S.A.S.

At Tanimboca, our commitment is to give our clients the opportunity to live the Amazon in all its beauty in a conscious and environmentally friendly way. We ensure the efficient use of water, energy, and waste while respecting indigenous communities and their cultural traditions.
We generate fair employment for locals, prevent child exploitation and abuse, and promote community development through the sale of local products. Sustainability is a shared responsibility between employees, clients, and suppliers.
π Social Campaign & Objectives
- Less garbage, less contamination.
- Save energy efficiently.
- Protect and conserve water resources.
- Raise awareness about conserving natural and cultural heritage.
- Prevent sexual abuse, child labor, and discrimination.
- Empower employees to share sustainability knowledge with visitors.
π General Guidelines for Sustainable Tourism
- Respect customs and traditions of local communities.
- Remember: child exploitation in tourism is a crime.
- Protect flora, fauna, and avoid buying endangered products.
- Respect cultural and archaeological resources.
- Avoid extracting plants, flowers, or remains.
- Support local artisans and fair trade products.
- Reduce packaging and choose recyclable options.
- Do not litter in visited areas.
- Turn off lights, AC, and faucets when not in use.
β»οΈ Solid Waste Management
Improper waste handling contaminates soil and water, creating public health risks. Tanimboca implements strict recycling and awareness campaigns.
- Paper: 1β4 months
- Cigarette filters: 1β2 years
- Chewing gum: 5 years
- Fabric: 2β3 months
- Wool: 1 year
- Cans: 10β100 years
- Plastic bottles: 150β200 years
- Batteries: 1000 years
- Glass: indeterminate
βοΈ Legal Framework
- Law 679 (2001) & Law 1336 (2009) β Prevention of child abuse in tourism.
- Law 17 (1981) & Law 1333 (2009) β Protection of flora and fauna.
- Law 63 (1986) & Law 1185 (2008) β Protection of cultural heritage.
- Resolution 0584 (2002) β Declares endangered wild species.
- Policies against labor exploitation, race, and gender discrimination.
π Useful Resources
- Against illegal wildlife trafficking: omacha.org
- Against illegal cultural heritage trafficking: globosColombia.com
- To prevent child exploitation: globosColombia.com
- Colombian tourism information: colombia.co | viajaporcolombia.com
- National Parks: parquesnacionales.gov.co
- Ministry of Commerce & Tourism: mincit.gov.co