Trotamundos

What Trotamundos does

Trotamundos S.A. is a privately held Colombian education-abroad and travel services company founded in 1999 and headquartered in Bogotá, with a secondary office in Cali. The company operates as a multi-product placement and travel agency serving Colombian students, young adults (primarily 18–26), high school students (14–18), and career-focused professionals seeking international experiences. Its core products span Au Pair placement in the USA (under official Au Pair in America sponsorship) and Europe (France, Germany, Netherlands), international volunteering programs delivered through partnerships with GVI, IVHQ, African Impact, The Green Lion, and The Great Project, high school exchange semesters, short professional and creative courses, language immersion, undergraduate and postgraduate university placement (including official representation for UAL, Istituto Marangoni, Bocconi, and Polimoda), summer/winter camps, working-holiday programs in Australia and New Zealand (via Letz Live), and international internships. The company also operates a full-service IATA-certified travel agency selling airline tickets (access to 230+ airlines covering 130+ countries), international medical assistance, hotel reservations, and organized tours.

The underlying technology stack is conventional and non-proprietary: a content/lead-generation website (trotamundos.com.co), WhatsApp for customer engagement, and Zoom for weekly Tuesday informational webinars (charlas informativas). No proprietary platform, data assets, or software products are disclosed. Distribution operates through a sales-led inside-sales team of nine professional advisors handling inquiries via phone, WhatsApp, email, and virtual meetings, supported by two physical offices and organic social channels (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, LinkedIn).

Trotamundos generates revenue from two main streams: (1) professional services fees for education and cultural-exchange program placement (inscription and full-program fees ranging from USD $575 for Au Pair USA inscription to COP $1,800,000 for the Au Pair Europe full program and AUD $2,690 for the AU/NZ program), and (2) transaction-fee commissions on airline tickets and ancillary travel services as an IATA-certified agency. Pricing is per-program, pay-as-you-go, with USD-denominated tickets settled in COP at the representative rate plus IVA (9.5% round-trip / 19% one-way). The company has operated for over 25 years without external funding, parent company, or public disclosure of financials.

Name

Trotamundos

Legal name

Trotamundos S.A.

Website

https://trotamundos.com.co

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Trotamundos S.A. is a privately held Colombian education-abroad and travel agency, founded 1999 in Bogotá, that places young Colombians in Au Pair, volunteer, high school exchange, language, university, and working-holiday programs worldwide and sells airline tickets through its IATA-certified agency.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

International Education & Travel Services

NAICS

Travel Agencies (561510), Tour Operators (56152)

SIC

Transportation Services (4700)

akta.pro primary industry

In-Country Logistics Coordination & Itinerary Management (EDAIANAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

IATA-Accredited Passenger Sales Agents (PSA) (THAKALAC), Adventure & Expedition Travel Agencies (THAKAFAB)

Keywords

• International education programs
• Au pair placement services
• Volunteer abroad programs
• Language immersion courses
• Travel agency services

Headquarters

HQ city

Bogotá

HQ country

Colombia

HQ region

Latin America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Education Program Fees: Fees charged for Au Pair programs, international volunteer programs, high school exchange, short courses, language courses, and undergraduate/postgraduate placement services. Programs range from inscription fees to full program costs.
2. Travel Agency Services: IATA travel agency generating commissions from flight tickets, international medical assistance, hotel reservations, and excursions. Coverage to 130+ countries through 230 airlines representing 90%+ of international flights.
3. Volunteer Program Placement: Fees for placing volunteers with international organizations (GVI, IVHQ, African Impact, The Green Lion, The Great Project) covering program coordination, accommodation, meals, local transport, and certification.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Trotamundos S.A. is a Colombian travel and education agency that places individual clients, primarily young Colombians, in international programs such as Au Pair placements, international volunteering, high school exchanges, language courses, short courses, undergraduate and postgraduate studies, summer camps, and internships abroad. The company also operates as an IATA-certified travel agency selling airline tickets, hotel reservations, medical assistance, and organized tours, providing a comprehensive portfolio of international experience and travel services.

Product overview

Trotamundos is a Colombian education and travel agency with over 25 years of experience, offering a portfolio of interconnected international programs. Its core offerings span five main areas: (1) Au Pair placement programs in the USA and Europe; (2) international volunteering across ecological, animal welfare, and social categories with partner organizations including GVI, IVHQ, African Impact, and The Green Lion; (3) language learning courses (English, French, Italian, Portuguese, German) through 200+ partner institutions; (4) academic programs including high school exchanges, short courses, undergraduate and postgraduate university placement; and (5) a full-service IATA travel agency covering airline tickets, medical assistance, and organized tours. Programs are distributed across 50+ countries and 150+ cities, with complementary services that allow clients to combine language study, volunteering, and travel in a single coordinated experience.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Au Pair Program Places young Colombians in host families abroad where they live, provide childcare support, and receive cultural immersion. Targeted at young adults (typically 18-26) seeking international experience with room and board provided.
• International Volunteering Program Places participants in international volunteer projects abroad, typically for short to medium durations. Aimed at young Colombians seeking to contribute to social, environmental, or community causes while gaining cross-cultural experience.
• High School Abroad Program Places Colombian high school students in international secondary schools for full academic year, semester, or summer exchange programs. Designed for students aged 15-18 and their families seeking international academic experience.
• Short Courses Abroad Facilitates enrollment in short-duration academic, vocational, or professional courses at international institutions. Targeted at students and professionals seeking focused skill development abroad.
• Language Courses Abroad Places students in international language immersion programs in destination countries. Targeted at learners of all ages seeking to develop fluency in foreign languages through study abroad.
• Undergraduate and Postgraduate Placement Supports Colombian students in applying to and enrolling in international undergraduate and postgraduate degree programs through a network of 200+ partner institutions. Aimed at students seeking full university degrees abroad.
• Summer Camps Abroad Places children and teens in international summer camp programs abroad. Targeted at school-age youth and their families seeking structured summer experiences.
• Internships Abroad Places Colombian students and recent graduates in international internship positions to gain professional experience abroad. Designed for university students and early-career professionals.
• Travel Agency Services (Airline Tickets) Issues domestic and international airline tickets under IATA-certified travel agency credentials. Targets both leisure travelers and Trotamundos program participants needing international flights.
• Travel Agency Services (Hotel Reservations) Books hotel and accommodation reservations for international travelers, often combined with other itinerary components. Targets individual travelers and program participants.
• Travel Agency Services (Tours) Sells organized tour packages to international and domestic destinations. Targets leisure travelers and program participants seeking guided group experiences.
• Travel Agency Services (Medical Assistance) Provides medical assistance coverage for international travelers, including health insurance and emergency support. Targets international travelers and program participants.

Quantifiable outcome

• 25+ years in market with 50+ country agreements
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core, minor and flagship.

• GVI (Global Vision International)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational volunteer organization partner providing structured volunteer programs in wildlife conservation, marine conservation, and community development across multiple destinations including Seychelles, Thailand, Costa Rica, and South Africa.
• IVHQ (International Volunteer HQ)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGlobal volunteer organization offering educational, environmental, and community volunteer programs in Africa, Asia, Europe, Latin America, and Australasia. Programs include teaching English, wildlife conservation, and marine conservation.
• African ImpactcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLeading volunteer organization specializing in African volunteer and travel programs including wildlife research expeditions in South Africa, conservation projects, and community development in Cape Town.
• The Green LioncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational volunteer organization offering programs across Africa, Asia, Europe, and Australasia focusing on wildlife, conservation, and community service projects.
• The Great ProjectminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerVolunteer organization providing structured international volunteer programs in various destinations worldwide.
• Au Pair in AmericaflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerOfficial sponsor of Au Pair programs in the United States, backed by the US Department of State. Trotamundos is an authorized representative providing Au Pair placement services for Colombians in the USA.
• Letz LivecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWork and travel program partner for the Australia/New Zealand School Assistant Program. Program places participants (18-25 years) in private schools for 11 months with salary, accommodation, and meals included.
• UAL (University of the Arts London)flagshipChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOfficial representatives for University of the Arts London offering undergraduate and postgraduate placement services for Colombian students in art, design, and fashion programs.
• Istituto MarangonicoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOfficial representative for Istituto Marangoni offering placement in fashion, design, and art programs in Italy, UK, and France.
• Bocconi UniversitycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner university for postgraduate programs in business, economics, and social sciences in Italy.
• PolimodacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner institution for fashion business, design, and luxury brand management programs in Florence, Italy.
• 200+ European and North American educational institutionscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNetwork of over 200 partner institutions across Europe, USA, Canada, and UK for short courses including Elisava, IED, NYFA, Greystone, Bayswater, and Le Cordon Bleu culinary schools.
• CIAL (Centro de Linguagem e Atividades)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPortuguese language school partner in Lisbon and Faro for Portuguese language courses for Colombian students.
• Alpadia Language SchoolscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGerman language school partner with campuses in Berlin, Frankfurt, Munich, Hamburg, and Freiburg for German language courses.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Projects Abroad: Global volunteer abroad organization offering structured programs in conservation, teaching, and community development across 30+ countries. Directly competes with Trotamundos' international volunteering vertical (conservation, teaching, community development).
• Youth for Understanding (YFU): One of the world's oldest international student exchange organizations, offering high school semester/year programs in 60+ countries. Direct competitor to Trotamundos' high school abroad program in the USA, Canada, France, and Germany.
• InterExchange: US-based nonprofit offering Au Pair, work & travel, and career training programs. Directly comparable to Trotamundos' Au Pair USA and Australia/NZ work & travel product lines.
• Cultural Homestay International (CHI): US Department of State-designated Au Pair sponsor and high school exchange provider. Highly comparable to Trotamundos' Au Pair in America and high school abroad offerings, both operating under the same J-1 visa framework.
• AFS Intercultural Programs: International student exchange organization offering high school, gap year, and volunteer programs in 50+ countries. Highly comparable to Trotamundos' high school abroad, Au Pair, and volunteer product lines.

Emerging players

• GoEco: Eco-volunteer travel company offering wildlife conservation and community projects in 30+ countries. Competes with Trotamundos' international volunteering vertical, particularly around conservation and impact-focused travel for younger customers.

Regional players

• StudentUniverse: Online travel agency focused on student and youth travel with discounted airfare, hotels, and tours. Comparable to Trotamundos' IATA travel agency vertical, particularly for the same core demographic of young Colombian adults seeking international experiences.

Broad incumbents

• World Strides: Large-scale educational travel provider serving students and educators with cultural immersion, language, and service-learning programs. Comparable to Trotamundos' high school abroad, language courses, and volunteer programs.
• EF Education First: Global leader in language learning, cultural exchange, and educational travel with a presence in Colombia. Directly competes with Trotamundos on language courses, study abroad, and gap-year programs, but operates at vastly larger scale across multiple verticals.
• CIEE (Council on International Educational Exchange): Major nonprofit international education exchange organization offering study abroad, high school exchange, internships, and volunteer programs. Comparable to Trotamundos' portfolio of high school exchange, university placement, and internship programs.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/Trotamundos.Colombia
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/trotamundos-s-a-
• Instagraminstagram.com/somostrotamundos
• TikToktiktok.com/@somostrotamundosco
• Xx.com/trotamundos_col

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Investors

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M&A

Investments

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