Pure! Travel

What Pure! Travel does

Pure! Travel Group is a B2B destination management company (DMC) specializing in tailor-made leisure and incentive travel across South America. Founded in 1997 by Dutch national Bram Evers in Quito, Ecuador, the company operates locally staffed offices in six countries — Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Chile, and Argentina — with a seventh destination (Antarctica) served through vessel partnerships. It serves exclusively the B2B market, working with travel agents and tour operators worldwide who book customized itineraries, multi-country programs, and corporate events through Pure!'s on-ground teams.

The company's product portfolio comprises three lines: Pure! Travel Group (core DMC services including tailor-made leisure and incentive tours), Pure! MICE (meetings, incentives, conferences and events with a dedicated platform at mice.pure-travelgroup.com), and Pure! Connect (eSIM mobile connectivity sold via manet.travel/pure). Technology infrastructure is primarily operational — itinerary management systems, the MICE platform, and the eSIM digital storefront — rather than AI-driven. The company holds Travelife sustainability certification across three of its country offices and maintains memberships in LATA, SITE Global, ATTA, IGLTA, and other industry associations.

Revenue is generated through professional services — quote-based pricing for each tour program and MICE event, plus transaction fees from Pure! Connect eSIM data plan sales. The company employs 101-250 staff across corporate functions and country operations. Distribution occurs through direct B2B partner relationships, the Internova travel network partnership, industry trade events, and digital marketing (website, blog, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, video content). No external funding or parent company structures are disclosed; the firm remains founder-owned and privately held.

Name

Pure! Travel

Legal name

Pure! Travel Group

Website

https://pure-travelgroup.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1997

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Pure! Travel Group is a B2B destination management company operating locally staffed offices in six South American countries plus Antarctica, serving travel agents and tour operators worldwide with tailor-made leisure tours, corporate MICE events, and an eSIM connectivity product.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Destination Management Services

NAICS

Tour Operators (561520), Tour Operators (56152)

akta.pro primary industry

Full-Service Destination Management (Ground Handling & Onsite Operations) (THAHADAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Incentive Travel Design & Rewards Programs (THAHADAB), Destination & Itinerary Management (DMC-Led Experiences, Excursions, VIP Access) (THAHANAE), Experiential & Cultural Programming (Tours, Activities, CSR/Voluntourism) (THAHADAF)

Keywords

• Destination management
• Tailor-made tours
• Leisure travel
• Incentive travel
• MICE services

Headquarters

HQ city

Quito

HQ country

Ecuador

HQ region

Latin America

Offices8 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Tailor-Made Tour Operations: Design and operation of customized leisure and incentive travel programs across six South American destinations. Revenue generated through tour package pricing that includes accommodation, transportation, guides, activities, and experiences tailored to client specifications.
2. Pure! MICE Services: Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Events management services across all six destinations. Services include venue sourcing, logistics coordination, transportation, team-building activities, and on-site event execution.
3. Pure! Connect eSIM: Sale of digital SIM connectivity solutions and data plans to travelers, providing global internet access and generating revenue through data plan purchases.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Pure! Travel Group is a leading B2B Destination Management Company (DMC) for six South American countries (Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Chile, and Argentina), plus Antarctica cruise expeditions. The company designs and directly operates tailor-made leisure and incentive travel programs exclusively for travel agents and tour operators worldwide. Its portfolio includes Pure! MICE (meetings, incentives, conferences and events services), Pure! Connect (eSIM mobile connectivity for travelers), and destination-specific DMC services across all six countries, supported by locally staffed offices in each destination.

Product overview

Pure! Travel Group operates as a leading Destination Management Company (DMC) for South America with a multi-country portfolio spanning six destinations: Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Chile, and Argentina. The company offers three main product lines: Pure! Travel Group (core DMC services), Pure! MICE (meetings, incentives, conferences, and events), and Pure! Connect (eSIM mobile connectivity). The core offering consists of tailor-made tours and incentive travel programs operated directly by locally-staffed offices in each destination country. Pure! Antarctica serves as a specialized division for polar expedition cruises. All services are delivered exclusively B2B to travel agents worldwide.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Pure! Colombia: Destination management for Colombia, the country of color, happiness and hospitality.
• Pure! Ecuador
• Pure! Peru
• Pure! Bolivia
• Pure! Chile
• Pure! Argentina
• Pure! Connect

Products and services

• Pure! Travel Group (Core DMC Services) Tailor-made leisure and incentive travel programs for travel agents and tour operators across Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Chile, and Argentina. Services include accommodation, transportation, guides, activities, and experiences designed to client specifications, operated directly through locally staffed destination offices.
• Pure! MICE

Named customers2 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

23 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• TravelifecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTravelife certification partnership ensuring sustainable tourism management. Pure! Colombia, Pure! Ecuador, and Pure! Peru hold Travelife certification, with remaining offices working toward certification.
• SELECT-ICPminorOthersMembership affiliation shown in partner logos section
• LATA (Latin American Tourism Association)minorOthersLATA membership for Latin American tourism industry representation and networking
• SITE GlobalminorOthersSITE (Society for Incentive Travel Excellence) membership for MICE industry professionals
• ATTA (Adventure Travel Trade Association)minorOthersAdventure Travel Trade Association membership for adventure tourism industry connections
• IGLTA (International LGBTQ+ Travel Association)minorOthersIGLTA membership for LGBTQ+ inclusive travel representation
• InternovaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Internova travel network for expanded global reach
• Ocean Endeavour (Vessel)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAntarctica cruise partner vessel. Comfort-class certified, eco-friendly practices, 200-guest capacity, eliminates single-use plastics, carbon offset expeditions
• Ocean Nova (Vessel)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAntarctica cruise partner vessel. 80-guest capacity, air-cruise journey, Scandinavian design, intimate experience supporting small-scale tourism in Chile
• Ocean Victory (Vessel)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAntarctica cruise partner vessel. X-bow design, 175-guest capacity, clean ship certified, low noise and vibrations, eco-friendly practices
• Ocean Albatros (Vessel)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAntarctica cruise partner vessel. X-bow Infinity class, Solas safety classification, low-energy vessel, 169-guest capacity, eco-friendly practices
• Magellan Explorer (Vessel)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAntarctica fly-cruise vessel operated by Antarctica21. 76 guests for air-cruises, 96 for sea voyages, modern design, air-cruise alternative to Drake Passage crossing
• Magellan Discoverer (Vessel)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAntarctica fly-cruise vessel operated by Antarctica21. Sister ship to Magellan Explorer, 76 guests for air-cruises, 96 for sea voyages, premium comfort
• Ultramarine (Vessel)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAntarctica cruise partner vessel. 199 guests, twin-engine helicopters, 80 cabins, advanced sustainability features exceeding industry standards
• World Explorer (Vessel)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAntarctica cruise partner vessel. 172 guests, 78 cabins, energy-efficient systems, deluxe suites with balconies, glass-domed Observation Lounge
• World Voyager (Vessel)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAntarctica cruise partner vessel. 168 guests, 84 cabins, Rolls-Royce propulsion technology, Science Hub, premium suites with balconies
• Ocean Explorer (Vessel)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAntarctica cruise partner vessel. 138 guests, 73 cabins, ULSTEIN X-BOW marine engineering, advanced sustainability systems, fuel-efficient Rolls-Royce engines
• Seaventure (Vessel)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAntarctica cruise partner vessel. Custom-built for polar exploration, sustainable operations, comfortable access to Antarctica highlights
• Plancius (Vessel)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAntarctica cruise partner vessel. 108 passengers, 52 cabins, basecamp for activity program including kayaking, hiking, camping, diving
• Hondius (Vessel)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAntarctica cruise partner vessel. World's first registered Polar Class 6 vessel, 170 passengers, advanced Lloyd's Register and IMO Polar Code standards
• Ortelius (Vessel)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAntarctica cruise partner vessel. Ice-strengthened, supports helicopter operations, access to remote regions including Ross Sea and Franz Josef Land
• The Ushuaia (Vessel)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAntarctica cruise partner vessel. 90 guests, 46 cabins, classic expedition-style ship, originally built for NOAA, open bridge policy
• Antarctica21coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAir-cruise operator partner providing Magellan Explorer and Magellan Discoverer vessels, with dedicated Expedition Center in Punta Arenas

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Condor Travel: Ecuadorian-headquartered DMC with multi-country South American coverage (Ecuador, Peru, Chile, Argentina, Colombia, Bolivia) operating a B2B model serving travel agents and tour operators. Direct comparable in footprint, B2B positioning, and tailor-made product.
• Metropolitan Touring (met): Ecuador-based DMC now operating as 'met' across Ecuador, Peru, and Galapagos with deep B2B relationships and multi-country itineraries. Directly comparable in regional footprint, premium positioning, and inbound tour operations.
• Adventure Life: Small-group adventure tour operator offering multi-country South America (plus Antarctica) itineraries with a B2B and B2C mix. Comparable in multi-country South America + Antarctica product portfolio and tailor-made design.
• Quasar Expeditions: Galapagos and Patagonian expedition operator with private yacht fleet and B2B relationships. Directly comparable as a premium South America DMC serving international travel partners with high-end experiential itineraries.
• Antarctica21: Air-cruise Antarctica operator that already partners with Pure! Travel for Antarctic product. Directly comparable for Antarctica-specific package design and B2B traveler sourcing; operates one of the largest dedicated Antarctic fleets.

Broad incumbents

• Abercrombie & Kent: Global luxury DMC with established South America programming (Peru, Galapagos, Patagonia). Comparable as a multinational DMC serving high-end B2B partners, but operates far more broadly beyond the Andean footprint.
• &Beyond: Luxury experiential travel company with South America expansion (Patagonia, Galapagos, Peru itineraries) sitting alongside its larger African safari portfolio. Comparable as a premium experiential DMC with conservation and sustainability positioning similar to Pure!.
• Lindblad Expeditions: Expedition cruise operator with multiple Antarctica vessels plus broader Latin America itineraries. Comparable for Antarctica and South America cruise product packaged through B2B channels.
• Kuoni / Kuvi (DMC division): Switzerland-headquartered global DMC and inbound tour operator with B2B destination management across many regions including South America. Broad incumbent comparable across the B2B DMC business model, though far larger and more geographically diversified.
• Intrepid DMC (Intrepid Travel group): Global small-group and DMC operator with established South America product across multiple countries. Comparable as a multi-country South America operator with B2B distribution, though far larger and with a more standardized small-group product vs. Pure!'s fully tailor-made approach.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookes-la.facebook.com/PureTravelGroup
• LinkedInec.linkedin.com/company/puretravelgroup
• Instagraminstagram.com/pure_travel_group

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles17 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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