
Tim talked to us about some of the difficulties of owning a small business in Ecuador. Safety gear such as helmets and life jackets are considered to be luxury items in Ecuador. As a result, a 100% tax is placed on them. He said something as simple as a life jacket costs close to $300 to obtain. Tim pays his guides far above the average daily wage amongst Ecuadorians. As a result, he has a group of well trained guides who take their jobs seriously. Because of his good track record of safety and enjoyable experiences, Tim has not had to significantly lower his prices for rafting trips in order to compete with other companies. If you have not experienced white water rafting, I would highly recommend doing so in the future.
By Jordan Haarer