Our Guiding Principals
“The world will be saved by beauty.”
So said the great Russian writer, Fyodor Dostoevsky, and we agree. Whether it’s the deep stillness of a Canadian lake, the flash of brilliant green from a resplendent quetzal or the gritty realness of downtown Mexico City, we are here to celebrate beauty in all its forms. We also can’t abide bad taste, and if they can’t take the time to get it right, you aren’t going (at least not with us).
Travel, not trample
All too often, travel does more harm than good. Our goal is to contribute to protecting the pristine and unique nature of the places we visit, and the cultures and communities with whom we engage. That’s why we started karibu, and we believe that if done right, we can make a difference.
Immersive, active experiences in nature
Every karibu trip has an active adventure component. Why? Because nothing beats experiencing the natural world by being fully and actively immersed in it. It’s good for you, and cruising along the coast just doesn’t cut it. By taking care of our own well-being we can do a better job of taking care of others and the planet.
No time for tokenism
Part of the beauty of travel is the opportunity to learn from and connect with people from other cultures and backgrounds. But it’s important how you do that. As a proud Canadian company, we subscribe to partnering with Indigenous and local communities in the spirit of true reconciliation and economic inclusion.
Tasteful, locally-owned accommodations
The world is commoditized enough. Part of the travel experience is where you stay, so we go out of our way to find small, local-owned boutique accommodations that truly reflect the place you are visiting. You can sleep comfortably while supporting authentic, local businesses.
Wild, Sublime Vancouver Island
Kayaking, Killer Whales & the Kwakwa̱ka̱’wakw
From CAD $6,200 + tax | 6 days
Dive Deep Into Newfoundland
Hiking, Humpbacks, Foraging and Storytelling
From CAD $5,900 or US $4,200 | 8 days
Big, Bold, Beautiful Ontario
Canoeing the Canadian Shield
From CAD $2,995 + tax | 6 days