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14 sustainable travel companies you can feel good about booking with

Do some good while seeing the world when you book with these ethical and sustainable travel companies

Karen Edwards

While we don’t want to labour on the negatives, you don’t need to be an expert or activist to understand that we are in a climate pinch. It seems a little contradictory to fear for the future while excitedly encouraging international travel, but we humans are an innovative bunch. Exploring the globe doesn’t need to be devastating, and being a responsible traveller doesn’t mean lectures and negativity. Whether you call it eco-travel, sustainable, ethical, regenerative or eco-travel, there is plenty to get excited about.

An increasing number of sustainable travel companies are creating itineraries that allow curious minds to see the world while keeping the impact down. The experiences are awe-inspiring, from hiking remote mountaintops to embracing the world’s most impressive national parks, allowing visitors to engage with destinations in a way that extends far beyond the superficial. If you’re looking for an ethical and environmentally driven travel company for your next adventure, look no further.

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Sustainable travel companies

1.  byway travel.

Byway Travel

In an ambitious mission statement, UK travel platform Byway declares that its goal is to make flight-free holidays a mainstream holiday choice. Their way of doing so? By helping people discover the beauty of slow, overland travel across the British Isles and Europe . Founder and CEO Cat Jones launched the now B Corporation-certified company during the first Covid lockdown, determined to find a way to reduce flight emissions. Her explanation was simple: If we continue on the current trajectory, emissions from flying are due to triple by 2050. 

2.  Gondwana Ecotours

Named after the ancient supercontinent that gradually split to become the land masses we recognize today, Gondwana Ecotours says its mission is to bring people from different continents closer together, one trip at a time. The New Orleans -based company specializes in small group and private tours that take on exhilarating experiences around the globe, such as gorilla trekking in Rwanda and eco-adventures in Patagonia and Mendoza.

A key component of Gondwana is its network of guides who live in the communities visited, adding personal knowledge, depth and authenticity to the experience while providing tourism-generated income. The company is also committed to limiting its carbon footprint through sustainable travel practices and is recognized for offsetting more than 580 tons of carbon emissions. Since 2021, its tours have been 100-percent carbon-neutral, as certified by the Cooler emissions tracking organization.

3.  Intrepid Travel

Intrepid Travel

Australian-owned Intrepid has always been forthright in declaring its commitment to ethical and responsible practices. In 2018, it became one of the first global travel operators to be B Corporation-certified. Since 2010, it has been operating as the world’s largest carbon-neutral company, carefully measuring and offsetting all unavoidable carbon emissions for 13 years. 

Their trips are just as impressive. From 15-day expeditions traversing the extraordinary gorges and remote villages of northern Pakistan’s Hunza Valley to nine-day itineraries centred around baby gorilla naming ceremonies in Rwanda’s spectacular Volcanoes National Park, Intrepid offer true bucket list travel adventures suited to guests of all interests and abilities. In 2020, as a part of the Tourism Declares A Climate Emergency initiative, the company published a seven-point climate commitment plan – revealing its intention to transition to 100% renewable energy use in offices by 2025 and on all trips by 2030.

4.  Experience Travel Group

Experience Travel Group

Operating on the belief that ‘travel should be about reciprocation’, Asia travel specialist Experience Travel Group holds responsible travel at its core, enabling guests to interact with the community and experience real cultural immersion on every trip. Another B Corporation-certified company, the team is dedicated to creating experiences that divert away from trendy hubs and big hotels. Instead, they build personalised itineraries with initiatives to give back to the community included in the package. 

On adventures in Indonesia , Laos, Cambodia , Myanmar, Thailand and Vietnam , for example, guests can enjoy delicious local dishes at ‘social enterprise’ restaurants that support vulnerable young people through job training and employment. In Cambodia, a trip to the Phare Circus in Siem Reap sends funds directly to a performing arts school for underprivileged children in nearby Battambang. A three-day hike along sections of Sri Lanka ’s Pekoe Trail follows the old horse and cart routes that carried tea to the ports, bringing vital income to little-visited communities. 

5.  Seacology

Seacology

In 1990, American ethnobotanist Dr Paul Cox was conducting forest research in Samoa when village leaders told him 30,000 acres of pristine rainforest were about to be logged due to a government decree to fund a school. Cox was horrified and quickly devised a proposal to raise the needed money to conserve the forest in perpetuity. His plan worked and has come to define the Seacology model: Provide material benefits to villages that pledge to protect their natural resources.

Today, Seacology offers unique ecotourism adventures throughout the world’s islands, where travelers visit active projects, interact with local people and are part of the formula that helps conserve both habitats and communities. Seacology guests also explore intriguing island environments, from the coral reefs of  Fiji to the rainforests of Borneo, while staying at well-appointed resorts and visiting important cultural sites. With all this tropical splendour, expect plenty of opportunities to scuba dive, snorkel, hike and kayak.

6.  Discover Corps

Discover Corps is the leader in the rapidly growing field of 'volunteer vacations' focusing on children, schools, animals and wildlife conservation. Yes, 'voluntourism' has often become a buzzword to cash in on thinly veiled claims, earning criticism and scrutiny over the years. However, Discover Corps operates with complete transparency and has become something of a gold standard for the model.

Trip itineraries are designed to connect travellers to local communities and provide a deeper understanding of the culture, issues, and ways of life in locations around the world. Many projects are in Africa , Asia , and Latin America and can range from caring for elephants in Thailand to helping to protect the animals in South Africa's Greater Kruger National Park region.

7.  ROW Adventures

ROW Adventures

From its beginnings as a whitewater rafting company in the US's Pacific Northwest, ROW Adventures has evolved into an adventure travel company that advocates the transformative nature of human-powered experiences. According to ROW, connecting people with nature results in positive impacts, and the company adheres to conducting business in an inclusive and sustainable way while promoting social equity, environmental stewardship and accountability. Human-powered activities allow participants to fully observe the surroundings, whether white water rafting in Idaho's Salmon River, sea kayaking the orcas in Canada, or trekking across Machu Picchu.

ROW also recognizes that travel is a large contributor to the world’s carbon footprint and subsequently mitigates the impact by offsetting carbon-producing activities whenever possible. At the same time, trips also educate guests to be advocates for locations visited, with special recognition given to the awareness of Indigenous communities and honouring their legacies, lives and connections to the land.

8.  Natural Habitat Adventures

Natural Habitat Adventures

Conservation through exploration is the credo of Natural Habitat Adventures , the official travel partner of the World Wildlife Fund. Nat Hab, as it’s called, is committed to environmentally friendly nature travel, stressing that its travellers become a force for change in addressing the planet's most pressing conservation challenges. Polar bear tours in the Canadian Arctic , African safaris and South American nature tours are examples of the company’s itineraries where tourism dollars become an influential incentive for communities to protect their natural resources.

Nat Hab also acknowledges that its 8,000 annual travellers on all seven continents expend plenty of CO2. To mitigate travel’s carbon output, the company leans into offsetting measures. From 2007 to 2019, Nat Hab offset 49,418 tons of carbon dioxide and has become the world's first 100-percent carbon-neutral travel company. They’ve also provided more than $4.5 million to support WWF’s global conservation efforts and continue to give one-percent of gross sales plus $150,000 annually in support of WWF’s global mission. 

9.  Cheeseman's Ecological Safaris

Ecology safaris catering to wildlife enthusiasts looking for an in-depth nature experience is what husband-and-wife founders Doug and Gail Cheeseman envisioned when they started their namesake company in 1980. Doug, a college zoology and ecology professor, and Gail, a naturalist, turned their passion for nature into a travel company focusing on comprehensive wildlife tours all over the globe. Working with local guides and wildlife researchers, tours are designed for hardcore animal lovers who are obsessed with travel and enjoy learning about the animals they encounter.

For example, Cheeseman’s  Palau National Marine Reserve diving trip in the western Pacific Ocean offers 12 days of snorkelling, paddling, sailing and diving among the awe-inspiring tropical islands in the region.

10.  Quark Expeditions

Quark Expeditions

Quark Expeditions co-founders Lars Wikander and Mike McDowell took the first group of commercial travellers to the North Pole in 1991, completing the first-ever tourism transit of the Northeast Passage. That inaugural expedition proved a game-changer and positioned the company at the forefront of polar explorations. In the three decades since, its polar travellers have visited remote parts of the Arctic and Antarctic. 

With the Earth’s polar regions threatened by climate change, Quark is committed to raising awareness of these delicate ecosystems through environmentally responsible tourism. A facet of that commitment is the company’s Polar Promise to reduce its footprint and work with other industry leaders, as well as guests, to address the complex and challenging issues facing the regions. Coordinating with a global network of scientists, community leaders and sustainability innovators, the company plans to contribute a minimum of $500,000 each year in support of key environmental initiatives and sustainable development projects.

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11 Top Sustainable Travel Companies That Support Eco-Friendly Tourism

These sustainable tourism companies give you endless ethical wanderlust.

Updated by Francesca Brooking

Edited & Fact Checked By Amber McDaniel

Updated September 7, 2023

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We love to travel—but if you’re like us, the conflicting eco-anxieties and GHGs associated with globetrotting can cast a grey cloud over your grand adventure.

For a better way to see the world, discover our favorite sustainable travel companies that enrich not only your life, but the places you visit.

From conservation projects and off-grid lodges to all-inclusive safari tours, boutique hotels and bespoke luxury itineraries that really do help the local communities, the below eco-friendly tourism companies wear their green hearts on their sleeves.

Our Curated List Of The Best Eco Tour Companies For Responsible Roaming

How can the travel industry be sustainable.

It’s no secret that the tourism industry has its fair share of ethical and environmental issues. 

Carbon and fuel-intensive flights, over tourism, exploitation, animal cruelty—the list goes on.

Not to mention tourism leakage, a process in which most of the money generated by tourism goes into the pockets of billion-dollar travel companies rather than into local communities that need it. 

However, you don’t need to hang up your suitcase for good. If done responsibly, tourism can have a profoundly positive impact on both the traveler and the destinations they visit.

With the right planning or travel companies, sustainable travel supports livelihoods and funnels your money directly into the local economy. 

It allows small businesses to flourish, funds community projects, and helps protect the environment by showcasing its economic value if left intact. 

To us, the environment is already priceless, but what we mean here is that sustainable tourism (whether solo or with the assistance of eco travel agents and tour operators) can help conserve the natural world by preventing it from being turned into farmland or apartment buildings! 

While tourism still has a long way to go, sustainable travel companies are pioneering positive change in the industry. 

From employing local guides to offering flight-free holidays and measuring their environmental and cultural impact, these tour operators make sure they benefit every destination they facilitate trips to.

Keep reading to find our top recommended environmentally conscious trips and jump to the bottom to learn what we consider when planning a trip with eco-tourism and sustainable travel in mind.

11 Eco-Friendly Tourism Companies To Book Your Vacation With

1. responsible travel.

Sustainable Travel Companies Images by Responsible Travel

The clue is in the name with Responsible Travel . They’ve led the way in eco-friendly vacations and ecotourism tours since the turn of the century.

This eco travel agency has over 5,000 adventures on offer to destinations all over the world.

Choose from hiking, conservation, diving, kayaking, cycling tours or head off to track snow leopards, swim with the whales or cruise Antarctica.

Responsible Travel has a give-back program, which campaigns for positive change with NGOs and activists.

Its eco travel options focus on local culture and local people, making sure your money goes to independent businesses and supports animal conservation.

You won’t find any elephant rides or exploitative practices here. In fact, they’re an excellent resource for learning about the difference between ethical and unethical wildlife experiences. 

2. &Beyond

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One of the top eco-friendly travel companies for luxury safaris, &Beyond goes above and beyond investing back into the local environment. They focus on small-group and tailor-made tours in Africa, Asia, South America, and the Indian Ocean.

If you’re keen to tick off the Big Five (lion, leopard, buffalo, elephant and rhino), you have plenty of ethical choices with their range of responsible luxury safaris in 11 African countries with 29 camps and lodges that all employ local guides.

Search for wildlife on the Serengeti, track the great migration, explore Masai Mara national park or glide in a hot air balloon over the Namib Desert.

One example is their Xaranna Okavango Delta Camp in Botswana which has a state-of-the-art Tesla solar power plant that gives them 80% of their energy.

They also have a responsible travel policy which looks after the land, people and animals. Environmental projects in Botswana include rhino conservation, supporting local isolated communities and providing them with access to safe drinking water. 

Sustainable Travel Companies Images by Kynder

Kynder cuts to the chase.

This eco-travel platform brings together the best hotels, cafés, bars and restaurants in Europe and the USA that are eco-friendly, humane, kind and community loving.

We’re talking kind to the planet, to staff, their locality and kind to you, too. 

Find the off-the-beaten-track places that make your sustainable trip, from coffee shops hiring only refugees to the coolest eco hotels and holistic retreats.

All hotels and hospitality establishments must pass a rigorous set of guidelines to be accepted onto their platform. 

That way, you can be confident that these small businesses are truly genuine. No greenwashing here. 

4. Undiscovered Mountains

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Undiscovered Mountains is one of the top travel companies for sustainable tourism in the French Alps.

From skiing and snow-touring to building an igloo in winter to mountain biking, rock climbing and cycling in the summer, it’s all here. 

It’s possible to do horse riding, wildlife holidays, walks, kayaking and fishing holidays. Any active, outdoor adventure holiday you can think of, you will most likely find it. 

It has special packages for families and singles, so you can guarantee you’re always paying a fair price. 

Plus, Undiscovered Mountains only works with local guides, independent accommodation and responsible partners. 

Rest assured, all your hard-earned cash goes to the people who deserve it and those who help protect this stunning European mountain range.

5. Adventure Alternative

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Among sustainable travel companies, UK-based Adventure Alternative is calling other mountain enthusiasts with sights set on remote, rugged adventures worldwide.

This responsible travel tour operator is based in Ireland but takes intrepid souls all over the world, from Borneo to East Africa. This is the company for you if you’re interested in climbing Mount Kilimanjaro or making the trek to Everest Base Camp. 

For slightly more laid-back trips, there are also wildlife tours and safaris. 

As well as hiking and trekking, Adventure Alternative is a member of Fair Trade Volunteering. 

The sustainable travel company runs volunteering trips through Moving Mountains in various countries across the globe, which makes sure each project is needed and useful.

They also invest heavily in their whole supply chain, from local guides to community projects, and they works to a framework set by sustainable travel principles.

6. Intrepid Travel

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While Intrepid Travel has been around for years, the eco-tourism operator is no slow coach when it comes to slow and sustainable trips. 

They’re not just a Certified B Corp , but the largest travel company in the world to become one.

They pride themselves on incorporating the principles of sustainable development in the way they provide travelers with authentic and real-life experiences.

Simply put, these are small group trips all over the world, from Greenland to Oman that get you up close and personal with wildlife and cultural highlights with local guides and specialist experts.

You can book cycling, sailing or wildlife trips with them, too. There are family-friendly tours, expedition cruises, women’s expeditions, tailor-made itineraries, National Geographic expeditions and budget-conscious tours for those aged 18-29. 

Whatever your travel style, you’ll find your perfect eco travel experience. 

The Intrepid Foundation also supports 50 community and conservation projects all over the world. Plus, they cover all administration costs so 100% of your donation goes directly to the project of your choosing. 

7. Kind Traveler

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Kind Traveler is a socially conscious ‘Give + Get’ hotel booking platform that empowers travellers to be a force for good.

$10 goes to a local community or charity close to where you’re staying, and you’ll unlock an exclusive rate at that hotel or destination across the US and beyond.

Kind Traveler is one of a growing number of eco travel companies that want to harness the power of routine bookings we already make and use them to benefit the planet. It’s a simple yet effective way to give back when booking your trip. 

An example of one of the best traveler companies that have implemented sustainable tourism policies, Kind Traveler’s goals are aligned with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): preventing poverty and hunger, protecting the planet, and promoting well-being for individuals and animals.

Sustainable Travel Companies Images by Aracari

One of the top sustainable travel companies South America -bound travelers have, Aracari organizes eco-luxury holidays and boutique trips around Peru, Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Colombia, and Ecuador—including the Galapagos Islands.

In recognition of their ethical efforts, sustainable brand consultants Positive Luxury has awarded the tour operator the prestigious Butterfly Mark.

They’re also a favorite with Conde Nast Traveller, and their specialist guides are some of the best in the business.

They infuse all of their tours with environmental and social good, foster long-term relationships with local communities, help you reduce your environmental footprint, and ensure everyone gets paid a living wage.

Really experience Latin American culture with authentic homestays on Lake Titicaca or get access to exclusive local accommodation from Aracari’s black book of contacts that no one else has. 

For a more hands-on experience, spend time with community projects like Tierra de los Yachaqs, a philanthropic organization determined to preserve the history and traditions of local people in Peru’s Sacred Valley.

9. Rickshaw Travel

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Rickshaw Travel has a whole host of independent and authentic trips that get under the skin of Southeast Asia.

Explore Cambodia, Laos, Indonesia, Vietnam, and Thailand with their ethical and impactful itineraries.

The global sustainable tour operator also offers trips to India, Japan, China, and Bhutan as well as destinations in Central and South America plus Europe and North America.

This company is all about meaningful travel experiences, meeting people and discovering unique local cultures and customs.

Choose to go trekking, discover landscapes by bike, tuck into amazing street food and meet the people that make an eco-travel trip an unforgettable experience.

Sustainable Travel Companies Images by Byway

Head out on a flight-free holiday with slow travel experts Byway .

This eco-friendly tour company arranges slow travel adventures across the UK and Europe by train, bike, ferry and foot – no planes in sight here. 

Their dynamic trip builder creates personal trips and tours based on your interests, while your virtual guide can assist with your journey via WhatsApp. 

Byway manages all your itinerary and bookings and comes up with the perfect sustainable tours for solo, couple, or family travelers.

We love their commitment to authentic travel without the carbon footprint of flying. 

All your accommodation is locally owned, too. Think: family-owned B&Bs and boutique hotels, all with the utmost comfort—and of course, fabulous breakfasts!

11. Earth Changers

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Inspirational, transformative tourism is what’s on offer at Earth Changers , an online travel booking platform which features a list of environmental holidays whether it’s adventure, active breaks, or conservation trips. 

At the moment there are ten destinations which include the first-ever marine conservation reserve in Tanzania to Floreana, which is the smallest of the inhabited islands in the Galapagos archipelago.

You don’t have to book far-flung destinations either. Join an authentic mountain ranch in Croatia or do an adventure trip in Wales much closer to home. 

Earth Changers is a global eco-tourism project that truly has a positive impact, and you’ll get to meet world-changing pioneers along the way. 

How Did We Choose The Top Eco-Tourism Companies?

Eco-tourism and sustainable travel are often used interchangeably. 

So what is an eco-tourism company? And how does it differ from a sustainable travel company?

An eco-tourism operator tends to focus on low-impact, nature-based tours that conserve the environment through culture and education. 

Think gorilla trekking in Rwanda with Intrepid Travel, staying in an eco-lodge with Aracari or booking a conservation holiday with Earth Changers. 

Sustainable tourism is the umbrella term for eco-friendly travel. It’s based on the three pillars of sustainability: economic impact, sociocultural impact and environmental impact.

The idea is that travelers have the option to choose sustainable practices in all aspects of their trip. Kind Traveler’s hotel booking platform and Kynder are perfect examples of this. 

Let’s explore some of our essential criteria for evaluating each sustainable travel company.

Carbon Goals & Achievements: 

A truly eco travel company should prioritize carbon footprint reduction by offering flight-free alternatives, promoting train, bike, and ferry travel over flights.

If flights are part of the experience,they should be utilizing some of the best carbon offset programs to counteract the carbon footprint of those flights.

Sustainable Accommodations:

We want to explore with sustainable travel companies that curate experiences with eco-friendly hotels and restaurants, guaranteeing that your stay supports businesses that are kind to the planet and their communities.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: 

Respect for cultures being visited is an obvious essential, sustainable travel or not, but we also want companies that support local communities with meaningful cultural exchanges, fair employment of local guides, and additional investment in economic development in destination regions.

In other words, your money should be mostly staying in the community you’re visiting.

Pay It Forward:

We love to see charitable initiatives that give back to these communities in additional ways, such as supporting local conservation and social programs.

Closing Thoughts On Sustainable Tourism Companies

As you can see, eco-tourism and sustainable travel work towards creating an industry that gives back, uplifts local communities and protects fragile environments.

 They also provide you with much more authentic and rewarding travel experiences.

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While the movement to travel in a more eco-friendly and sustainable way was certainly afoot prior to the pandemic, it gained momentum when we all had time to reimagine what travel would look like when the world opened up again, and how we could better impact local communities and the world around us. 

If you’re looking for an eco-friendly way to travel or finding a way to travel more sustainably or in a socially responsible way, there are now a lot of eco-travel companies and booking tools. The benefits of eco-travel and responsible travel are extensive, including a reduction in the negative effects of over-tourism, helping destinations and local cultures retain their authenticity, and and having less impact on the environment so that future generations can continue to enjoy this amazing world we live in as well. 

See also: Eco Friendly Travel Products My Zero-Waste Kit for Travel (and Home) Is the Digital Nomad Lifestyle Environmentally Friendly?  

Benefits of Using an Eco-Friendly Booking Platform

Instead of using your usual go-to websites to research and book your next trip, you can actually start traveling more sustainably by using one of the special booking platforms or tour companies featured in this article. In one case simply doing your normal web browsing and searches will plant trees!

Not convinced? Here are four reasons to change how you book your vacation so your next trip can have a more positive impact:

Protecting the Environment

There are a few different ways you can help protect the environment by using an eco-friendly booking platform.

First off, it goes without saying, but I’ll say it anyway: when using an eco-friendly booking platform, you are generally using a company that is committed to improving and sustaining the world around us. 

Secondly, some companies donate a portion of their profits to charities and initiatives that help the environment like conservation projects, planting trees, carbon offsets, minimizing the impact of tourism on local cultures, and more.  

Eco-Friendly Properties

Using an eco-friendly booking platform inherently means you are much more likely to find eco-friendly accommodation that will in turn help you travel sustainably, than if you just used a regular platform.

This could be reflected in a few ways; for example the property may use renewable energy like solar panels or wind power, they may have power-saving or water-saving measures and practices, and they may also be involved in environmental projects.

Wildlife Protection

Obviously nobody would knowingly work with companies that are involved in neglecting or mistreating animals. But sadly there are a lot of grey areas when it comes to wildlife and what is considered responsible. 

For example, any experience that involves human interaction with wild (or “rescued” animals) is not good. This includes elephant rides, dolphin encounters, tiger petting, sloth hugging, and more. 

Hey. I wanna hug a sloth as much as the next person – I mean, they look like they’re smiling and they’re built for hugging! But did you know that handling sloths actually causes them so much stress and anxiety that it shortens their lifespan? Did you also know that because of the number of people who post pictures of themselves hugging sloths on social media, there are people who will take sloths from the wild and start tourism businesses so travelers can pay to hug sloths, all the while calling them “rescues” and feeding them misinformation? 

By using a sustainable booking platform, chances are that any activities you choose to do will be with companies dedicated to wildlife protection rather than exploitation.

Fewer Emissions

Some eco-friendly booking platforms will promote airlines and travel options that produce less harmful environmental emissions.

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How to Find Eco-Friendly Travel Companies and Accommodation: Clues to Look For

An eco-friendly hotel or accommodation will be built and operated in a way that will have minimal environmental effects. However, it can be challenging to find a truly eco-friendly hotel. Here are some tips:

Eco-Credentials – There are a lot of different credentials and awards available to hotels that claim to be eco-friendly, some more prestigious than others. So, if you are looking for an eco-friendly hotel, it is best to look into the different credentials a hotel can have and which ones to hold in higher regard, then choose a hotel based on those. Looking for a globally recognized sustainable certification program is especially important.

Here is some more information on green hotel certifications and what they mean.  

Policies – If a hotel is committed to maintaining the environment, they will undoubtedly have a sustainability policy. These will detail their efforts and whether any larger environment protection agencies support them. When you are researching a hotel, if they have a sustainability policy they’ll probably feature it prominently on their website.

Read Reviews – Reading reviews before booking accommodation helps ensure you’ll have an experience that meets your expectations. Reviews can also give you an accurate idea of how eco-friendly the hotel is. Some sites may even have an option for you to filter the reviews for key words relating to the hotel’s sustainability.

Look at Their Menu – If the hotel you are looking at has a restaurant and is truly committed to helping the environment, their menu will probably feature fresh produce from locally sourced farms. They may even have their own gardens. Again, these practices tend to be something a hotel will emphasize, so you’ll read about it on their menu or website. 

Best Socially Responsible and Eco-Friendly Travel Search Engines 

Booking a sustainable trip (and ensuring you choose the right companies) starts here. These websites will help you search for and book various elements of your trip, from accommodation to activities to the best local businesses at your destination. 

Here are some of the best socially responsible and eco-friendly travel search engines (in no particular order).

STAZE (Net Zero Emissions Hotel Searches)

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Staze is a hotel search engine that aims to take your hotel bookings to net zero emissions. It has glowing reviews and a mission to make sustainable travel easy so that you can still explore and enjoy everything the world offers.

To help you make choices that reduce your carbon footprint, they display the emissions of each hotel in your search results. They also offset twice the carbon footprint of every booking. 

ROOMS FOR CHANGE (Hotel Searches, Travel Scholarships)

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Rooms for change is a non-profit search engine for hotels. All of the commission from your booking is then used to create travel scholarships to help someone else who may not have the opportunity to travel otherwise. It is a great way to give back when booking your journey.

GRASSROOTS VOLUNTEERING (Find Local Social Enterprises)

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Grassroots volunteering is a great booking tool for sustainable travel. You can search for volunteer opportunities, but that’s not what I love about it specifically. What I love is that it has the world’s largest social enterprise database , featuring restaurants, tour operators, homestays, coffee shops, and more; all of whom use use your tourism dollars to make positive changes in the local community.

GURUWALK (Free Walking Tours)

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When I arrive in a new destination, the first thing I like to do is go on a walking tour. It familiarizes me with the place and allows me to chat with the tour guide (usually a local) about the best things to see and do. And by its very nature, walking tours are eco-friendly! And Guruwalk is the site I like to use to find said free walking tour. 

ECOSIA (Plant Trees While You Surf the Web)

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Ecosia actually doesn’t have anything to do with travel, but I use it every single day, all day, on all my devices, so it’s worth mentioning here. Ecosia is a browser and search engine that uses its profits to plant trees. Simply doing website searches contributes to trees planted, and on the home page you can see over time how many trees you are responsible for planting with your own web searches, as well as how many Ecosia has planted overall (currently almost 157 million).

BOOK DIFFERENT (Sustainable Accommodation Searches)

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Bookdifferent is a sustainable accommodation search engine that earned an award in 2019 for responsible tourism. Because sustainable is a moving target, they show the most sustainable hotels at the top of the list so you’re not searching for a needle in a haystack. Their “staygreencheck” rating system evaluates hotels based on four different “ecolabels” that certify various categories of practices that make them sustainable including management, fair & local, culture friendly, and nature & environment. 

RESPONSIBLE TRAVEL (Eco-Travel Agent)

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Responsible Travel is an eco-travel agent that offers rigorously-screened and monitored holidays and tours that have passed their social, environmental, and economic standards. Their values build on the pillars of climate, nature, and inclusivity, and each holiday offered through the site has a description of how it meets their responsible travel criteria. 

You can search for holidays by type, destination, or accommodation, or you can have them create a bespoke holiday just for you. Their Trip for a Trip program sends disadvantaged children on day trips to have life-changing experiences, and so far over 4,000 children’s lives have been impacted. 

EARTH CHANGERS (Curated Sustainable Trips)

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Earth Changers curates a variety of trips and organizations that are deeply committed to sustainable regenerative tourism. Every experience has an extensive description of how it meets these parameters. Earth Changers is not a tour operator or agent; rather they are deeply committed to their manifesto. 

KIND TRAVELER (Donate to Get Hotel Deals)

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Kind Traveler has vetted over 140 hotels across 22 countries for their positive impact. You can unlock exclusive deals to these hotels by making a donation (minimum $10) to one of their 100+ vetted charities. Kind Traveler is a veteran-and-women-owned public benefit corporation that has pioneered this “Give and Get” hotel booking concept. 100% of the donations go to the charities in question, and you even get a report of how your donation has created a positive impact. 

FAIRBNB (Responsible Home Sharing)

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According to this article , AirBnB does not score well in the ethical travel department, especially when it comes to local community impact (or rather, lack thereof). This opens the door for companies like FairBnB , which focuses on responsible home sharing. 

Structured as a cooperative rather than a vacation rental platform, they invest 50% of the platform fees and commissions into local community projects. They work closely with local authorities to ensure the legality of holiday homes in each community, and they exclude large real estate investors and other non-local hosts from exploiting communities for vacation rentals. 

Best Socially Responsible and Eco Tour Companies

If you want tours or activities an eco-travel company leads, you will be happy with the following examples. All the names below are sustainable tourism companies that will allow you to explore while looking after the environment and the people at your destinations.

NATURAL HABITAT ADVENTURES (Sustainable Adventure Travel Outfitter)

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Natural Habitat Adventures boasts the title of #1 Adventure Travel Outfitter as designated by Outside magazine. In their 35+ years of operation they’ve racked up an impressive collection of sustainable travel awards. They are solely focused on nature adventures, and do so through their alliance with the WWF and mission of Conservation Through Exploration. They offer small group trips facilitated by scientists and naturalist expedition leaders. 

BYWAY TRAVEL (Eco-Luxury Holidays and Tours by Land)

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ByWay Travel is a unique travel experience, offering eco-luxury holidays and tours requiring no air travel. It is solely a rail exploration company offering holidays in the UK and Europe. Byway Travel has also won the 2022 Marie Claire Sustainability Awards, solidifying its commitment to eco travel.

ByWay Travel also became a Certified B Corporation in 2022, which is a pretty big deal and demonstrates they meet the highest standards of positive social and environmental impacts across their entire operation. 

G ADVENTURES (Worldwide Trips With a Focus on Community Impact)

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G Adventures works with local communities to provide you with an adventure travel experience you will never forget. They offer trips around the world that are centered around meaningful relationships with communities so that locals benefit from the groups that come through. Tour leaders are also all locally-based rather an “imported”. 

They are also partnered with the non-profit Planeterra , which is the world’s leading NGO dedicated to creating positive impact on communities by connecting tour companies (like G Adventures) with community tourism initiatives. 

INTREPID TRAVEL (Carbon Neutral B-Corp)

Intrepid Travel carbon neutral b-corp

Intrepid Travel walks the talk; they’ve been carbon-neutral since 2010, they’re B Corp Certified, and they created a non-profit foundation called The Intrepid Foundation. They offer a huge variety of travel experiences around the world, catering to different travel styles and budgets. 

GONDWANA ECO-TOURS (Small Group Eco-Friendly Adventures)

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Gondwana Eco Tours caters to small groups and private clients, leading eco-friendly adventures in Alaska, Argentina, Louisiana, Rwanda, Uganda, and Tanzania. All their tours are carbon neutral (as of 2021), and they pay special attention to supporting local programs and initiatives. 

FOOD STORIES TRAVEL (Walking/Hiking/Cycling Tours in Europe)

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Food Stories Travel offers small group walking/hiking and cycling tours, mostly in Italy, but with a selection of cycling tours in other European destinations. They help travelers immerse in local culture through food and supporting local farmers and artisans. 

They’re carbon-neutral, a Certified B Corporation, and a member of 1% For the Planet. 

Final Words

No matter what we do and where, we are a part of climate change, for better or worse. Flying to your destination may involve carbon dioxide emissions, but I believe that’s not the whole picture. If you patronize local accommodation and businesses, and use socially responsible tour operators, you can create a net-positive impact for yourself and the world around you. 

With the help of the companies and search tools listed in this article – which are some of the best online travel booking tools, rest assured you’ll be booking a more sustainable and eco-friendly vacation and you’ll finding the perfect destinations for your travel style and preferences.

4 thoughts on “17 Eco Travel Companies and Booking Tools to Use”

Wow! That is such a helpful post. Thank you for sharing.

I appreciate the thorough research and analysis that went into this post, as well as the practical advice for travelers looking to book eco-friendly trips. The author’s emphasis on the importance of doing your own research and looking beyond greenwashing marketing claims is particularly valuable, as it can be challenging to navigate the sometimes-confusing landscape of sustainable travel options.

Great list of some of the companies doing great things around the world. Thought I would also mention some in Australia which are supporting and promoting sustainable and responsible travel: Green Getaways Australia and Ecotourism Australia.

Thanks for the tip, Susan!

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The Travel + Leisure Global Vision Awards aim to identify and honor companies, individuals, destinations, and organizations taking strides to develop more sustainable and responsible travel products, practices, and experiences. Not only are they demonstrating thought leadership and creative problem-solving, they are taking actionable, quantifiable steps to protect communities and environments around the world. What's more, they are inspiring their industry colleagues and travelers to do their part.

Adopting more sustainable travel habits is easier than you might think, and it can start with the simple act of booking a trip. It's especially simple if you support one of the Global Vision Awards honorees in this category. The three companies — one online travel agency and two tour operators — give travelers near effortless ways to give back to communities and causes around the world. With a booking platform that incentivizes charitable giving, a subscription model for carbon offsets, and a diagnostic tool that measures the socioeconomic impact of a trip, the honorees on this list nudge travelers — and the industry at large — in a more responsible, conscious direction. — T+L Editors

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Jessica Blotter and Sean Krejci, the founders of Kind Traveler , have created a travel-booking platform that offers a clever, easy-to-use system for both seeing the world and investing in making that world better. Make a donation to one of their vetted charities, and you unlock special rates for their hundreds of partner hotels. For example, if you're planning a trip to the Maldives and animal welfare is a cause close to your heart, a contribution of as little as $10 to the Manta Trust — which researches and protects threatened manta rays in the region — will discount your booking at Hurawalhi Island Resort by an average of $275 per night. One hundred percent of donations go to the chosen cause.

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Going carbon-neutral may be a present-day preoccupation for many companies — but for the Australian tour operator Intrepid Travel , which takes tens of thousands of travelers on small-group escorted tours annually, it's very last decade. Intrepid achieved carbon-neutral status in 2010. By the end of 2020, it plans to become the world's first "climate positive" travel company through its partnership with carbon offsetting startup Offset Earth . Through this program, Intrepid hopes to remove more carbon dioxide from the environment than it produces.

But Intrepid's responsible-travel roots run even deeper: The company operates as a certified B corporation, which means it measures its success not just by its financial profits but also by social and environmental outcomes and public transparency. In 2014, it became the first tour operator to eliminate all elephant rides on its itineraries; more than 100 other travel companies have since followed suit. It also invests in more than two dozen projects in the locales where it runs tours, including an educational initiative for girls in Morocco's High Atlas Mountains, reforestation efforts in Kenya, and kelp-forest conservation in Australia.

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Done right, tourism "creates financial opportunities for women, youth, and indigenous communities, and empowers local people to protect their environment for future generations," Canadian entrepreneur Bruce Poon Tip says. This vision is at the heart of G Adventures , the tour operator Poon Tip founded in 1990, which strives to maximize the positive economic impact of travel on communities around the world. Today, some 200,000 travelers take a G Adventures trip each year; the company organizes itineraries to every continent except Antarctica. Last year, it introduced the Ripple Score , a metric that tells travelers exactly how (and how much of) the money spent on a G Adventures package benefits the people and places they visit. In the cacao-growing Ecuadorian village of Shandia, for instance, local youths lead visitors on cycling tours. On Malaysia's Libaran Island, residents have received training in traditional craft and cookery, skills that enable them to benefit from the steady, lucrative market of visitors drawn by the island's nesting sea turtles. (The trips that feature these excursions earn a 98 and a perfect 100, respectively.) The Ripple Score lets travelers see how their presence in these places affects the people they meet — and thanks to a new program, Project 100 , 2020 will see 100 new tourism-related community initiatives that tour groups can support on the ground. Poon Tip says, "tourism can be a force for good — if we approach it in a responsible and inclusive way."

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Hey there! Looking for the top eco-friendly travel agencies for sustainable tourism? Well, guess what? We’ve got you covered! These amazing travel agencies are all about promoting responsible travel and making a positive impact on the environment.

They focus on supporting local communities, conserving wildlife, and reducing their carbon footprint. With these eco-conscious agencies, you can embark on incredible adventures while knowing that you’re contributing to a more sustainable future for tourism.

From ethical wildlife conservation projects to immersive cultural experiences, they offer a wide range of travel options that will make you feel like you truly belong to a community of like-minded travelers. So, let’s explore the world together and leave a positive footprint behind!

Responsible Travel Options

One of the key aspects of responsible travel is choosing a travel agency that offers a variety of eco-friendly options for sustainable tourism. When it comes to eco-friendly travel companies, there are several options to consider.

Sustainable travel companies prioritize minimizing the carbon footprint and supporting local communities. They offer small group trips that allow for a more intimate and authentic experience, while also reducing the impact on the environment. These companies often engage in environmental projects and initiatives, such as conservation efforts and supporting local economies.

Sustainable Adventure Tours

We love exploring the world sustainably with eco-friendly travel agencies that offer a wide range of sustainable adventure tours. These tours aren’t only thrilling and exciting but also prioritize responsible tourism and regenerative travel. Here are four reasons why sustainable adventure tours are a fantastic choice for travelers:

  • Immerse yourself in local culture: Sustainable adventure tours focus on supporting the local community by engaging in community development projects and promoting local businesses. This allows you to truly experience the destination and connect with its people.
  • Protect wildlife and nature: These tours prioritize ethical wildlife experiences and conservation projects. By choosing a sustainable adventure tour, you can ensure that your tourism activities have a positive impact on the environment and support conservation efforts.
  • Offset your carbon footprint: Many sustainable adventure tour companies are committed to being carbon-neutral. They offset their emissions and promote sustainable practices to minimize their environmental impact.
  • Create lasting memories: With sustainable adventure tours, you can create unforgettable memories while also making a positive difference. By choosing an eco-friendly travel agency, you can embark on exciting adventures knowing that you’re contributing to sustainable tourism and the well-being of local communities.

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Let’s dive into the world of eco-conscious vacation packages, which offer sustainable and responsible travel experiences for those seeking to make a positive impact on the environment and local communities.

These packages, often referred to as eco tours or sustainable trips, are designed to promote green travel and regenerative tourism. They’re curated by responsible companies that prioritize environmental and social considerations.

One of the key focuses of these vacation packages is reducing carbon emissions. Many companies actively work towards minimizing their carbon footprint by offering flight-free alternatives, carbon offset programs, and investing in community projects that support carbon-neutral trips. By choosing such packages, travelers can ensure their travel has a minimal impact on the environment.

In addition to environmental considerations, eco-conscious vacation packages also prioritize supporting local communities. They do this by promoting local accommodation options and engaging in community development projects. These packages offer opportunities for travelers to immerse themselves in the local culture and contribute to the well-being of the communities they visit.

Moreover, these vacation packages often include opportunities for ethical wildlife experiences. They collaborate with NGOs and grassroots organizations to ensure that conservation work is prioritized and that wildlife encounters are conducted in a responsible and respectful manner.

Ethical Travel Experiences

Our top three ethical travel experiences immerse us in local communities, support conservation efforts, and foster cultural exchange. When traveling with responsible companies, we can embark on unforgettable adventures that make a positive impact on the environment and the communities we visit.

Here are four incredible experiences that combine environmental sustainability, community engagement, and cultural immersion:

  • Join a community-based tourism project in a remote village, where we can stay with local families, learn about their traditions, and contribute to their economic development.
  • Take part in an environmental conservation program, such as marine turtle conservation, where we can help protect endangered species and their habitats.
  • Explore a social enterprise that promotes sustainable tourism while supporting marginalized communities, such as a fair-trade craft cooperative or a community-owned eco-lodge.
  • Participate in a carbon-neutral trekking expedition, where we can experience breathtaking landscapes while minimizing our environmental footprint through responsible travel practices.

These experiences offer opportunities for meaningful connections, personal growth, and a deeper understanding of the world around us. By choosing ethical travel, we can create a positive impact while enjoying unforgettable adventures.

Green Tourism Agencies

When searching for eco-friendly travel agencies, it’s important to consider those that prioritize sustainability and environmental responsibility.

Green tourism agencies focus on providing carbon-neutral trips and offsetting emissions, while also working towards reducing their carbon footprint. These companies understand the importance of minimizing environmental impact and promoting ethical wildlife experiences.

They support local communities by advocating for positive change, supporting NGOs and grassroots organizations, and investing in community development projects. Two notable green tourism agencies are G Adventures and Intrepid Travel .

G Adventures, a leading adventure travel company, is committed to promoting sustainable tourism practices and minimizing environmental impact. Intrepid Travel, a Booking.com platform, offers a range of responsible travel experiences that prioritize local culture and support independent businesses.

By choosing to travel with these eco-friendly agencies, we can embark on unforgettable adventures while also making a positive impact on the environment and local communities.

These top travel agencies prioritize sustainability and responsible travel, offering unique experiences that allow us to immerse ourselves in nature and culture.

So, let’s take the road less traveled, leave nothing but footprints, and create a harmonious rhythm between our travels and the world we explore. Together, we can shape a more sustainable future for tourism.

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Eco-Friendly Travel Agents: Setting the Benchmark with 7 Outstanding Goals for Sustainable Tourism

April 5, 2024

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Introduction

In the fast-paced world of tourism, there's an emerging trend that is gaining significant traction - eco-friendly travel. More than just a passing fad, this clean and green approach to tourism is reshaping the travel industry. Today, we're highlighting this trend and exploring how eco-friendly travel agents are making their mark on the global scene.

Gateway Travel is fully engaged in this transformative journey, endorsing sustainable tourism. By aligning its practices with outstanding goals for eco-friendly excellence, it champions green tourism and fosters environmental consciousness.

Eco-Friendly Travel: Going Beyond Just Traveling

Eco-friendly travel is all about embracing environmentally friendly practices that safeguard our planet and promote sustainable tourism. It's about connecting with local communities, supporting local economies, and preserving cultural heritage while minimizing negative social, economic, and environmental impact.

From choosing responsible accommodations to promoting local businesses and mindful travel, eco-friendly travel agents are at the forefront of this exciting movement.

Green Tourism: Holding the Green Banner High

The path towards green tourism encompasses thoughtful selection of destinations, transportation, and activities that have a reduced environmental footprint. This novel approach discourages mass tourism practices that pose significant threats to our planet, like excessive waste and overuse of local resources.

Travel agents adept at green tourism give thought to every detail, practicing conscious decision-making that respects and nurtures the environment. They’re not only helping clients plan memorable vacations, but also actively contribute to the protection and preservation of the environment.

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Sustainable Tourism: A Commitment to a Better Future

Sustainable tourism goes hand-in-hand with eco-friendly travel and green tourism. It’s all about ensuring the sustainability of tourism activities, from the choice of destinations, modes of transport, accommodation, and activities. Sustainable tourism is firmly rooted in eco-consciousness, ensuring that the wonderful places we explore today remain available for future generations of adventurers.

As respected stewards of responsible travel, eco-friendly travel agents prioritize sustainability in all aspects of their work.

Travel Agent Goals: Prioritizing Sustainability

Eco-friendly travel agents set a high bar in terms of what they aim to achieve. Their goals reflect a deep commitment to sustainability and the preservation of our planet. Here are seven outstanding goals that demonstrate their dedication to eco-friendly excellence:

1. Promote Responsible Travel: Eco-friendly travel agents encourage travelers to reduce their negative impact on the environment by practicing responsible travel.

2. Support Local Economies : They champion the cause of local vendors, artisans, and businesses, helping to strengthen local economies.

3. Encourage Cultural Exchanges: They foster understanding and appreciation for local cultures, curating authentic experiences that increase cultural exchanges.

4. Reduce Carbon Footprint: They actively seek out travel options that reduce carbon emissions, contributing to the global effort to combat climate change.

5. Advocate for Animal Rights : They encourage ethical practices that respect animal rights, avoiding activities that exploit or harm animals.

6. Educate Travelers: They commit to educating travelers about sustainable practices, encouraging them to make eco-conscious decisions.

7. Commit to Continuous Improvement: They continuously work on improving their green practices, staying updated with the latest sustainability trends.

Eco-Friendly Excellence: Leading the Way in Sustainable Tourism

Eco-friendly travel agents are leaders in the tourism industry. Through their dedicated efforts, they're setting new standards in sustainable tourism. Their substantial contribution to the industry is not limited to delivering extraordinary travel experiences; they also inspire others to follow suit, spreading awareness about the importance of eco-friendly practices.

Gateway Travel is proud to be part of this transformative movement. We share a profound commitment to eco-friendly excellence, and commend all travel agents who champion sustainability, leading the way to a better, greener future.

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In a world where environmental concerns are at the forefront of global discussions, the travel industry has a crucial role to play in promoting sustainability. Travel agents wield considerable influence, and by embracing eco-friendly tourism practices, they can contribute to positive change. In this blog, we will explore the significance of eco-tourism, its benefits, and practical steps that travel agents can take to promote sustainable travel.

Understanding Eco-Friendly Tourism

Eco-tourism, also known as sustainable tourism, is a responsible travel practice that focuses on minimizing the impact on the environment, respecting local cultures, and supporting conservation efforts. For travel agents, incorporating eco-friendly elements into their offerings can not only attract environmentally conscious travelers but also contribute to the preservation of natural and cultural resources.

The Benefits of Eco-Tourism

1. conservation of biodiversity.

Eco-tourism emphasizes the importance of protecting natural habitats and wildlife. By promoting destinations that prioritize conservation, travel agents can contribute to the preservation of biodiversity.

2. Community Empowerment

Sustainable tourism involves engaging local communities in the tourism process. Travel agents can support initiatives that empower communities economically and socially, ensuring they benefit from tourism in a meaningful way.

3. Positive Brand Image

Embracing eco-friendly practices enhances the reputation of travel agencies. As consumers become more environmentally conscious, aligning your brand with sustainable values can attract a growing segment of responsible travelers.

Navigating Certification Programs

In the realm of eco-friendly tourism, certification programs play a crucial role in identifying accommodations and services that adhere to sustainable practices. Travel agents can guide their clients toward establishments with recognized sustainability certifications, such as EarthCheck, Green Key, or Rainforest Alliance. Familiarizing themselves with these programs allows agents to make informed recommendations, assuring clients that their chosen accommodations meet stringent environmental and social responsibility standards. This not only aligns with the principles of responsible tourism but also helps build trust between the travel agent and the eco-conscious traveler.

6 Practical Steps for Travel Agents

1. partner with eco-friendly accommodations.

Travel agents should research and collaborate with hotels and resorts that have implemented eco-friendly initiatives, such as energy conservation, waste reduction, and water-saving practices. Highlighting these accommodations in travel packages showcases the agency’s commitment to sustainable tourism and provides clients with the practical experience of staying in accommodations that align with their travel values.

2. Promote Green Transportation

Encourage clients to choose eco-friendly transportation options, such as hybrid or electric vehicles. Promote public transportation or biking when exploring destinations. Provide information on carbon offset programs that travelers can participate in to mitigate their carbon footprint.

If possible, opting for train travel over flying is a more environmentally friendly choice, as trains generally have lower carbon emissions, reduced energy consumption, and contribute less to air pollution compared to air travel.

3. Educate Clients on Responsible Practices

Develop educational materials for clients, emphasizing the importance of responsible tourism behavior, such as respecting local cultures, wildlife, and natural environments. Provide tips on minimizing waste, reducing energy consumption, and supporting local businesses during their travels.

4. Support Conservation Initiatives

Collaborate with organizations dedicated to environmental conservation and community development. Create special tour packages that contribute a percentage of the profits to conservation projects, showcasing the agency’s commitment to making a positive impact.

5. Implement Sustainable Tour Activities

Design travel itineraries that include eco-friendly activities, such as guided nature walks, wildlife safaris with certified guides, and visits to sustainable agriculture projects. Avoid promoting activities that exploit animals or harm the environment.

6. Partner with a Travel Host Agency

Collaborating with a host agency, like Pickles Travel Network , can significantly benefit travel agents aiming to provide more eco-friendly options by offering access to a network of sustainable partners, resources, and expert guidance, facilitating the integration of environmentally responsible practices into their travel offerings and enhancing their ability to meet the growing demand for eco-conscious tourism.

Adapting to Changing Trends

The landscape of eco-tourism is continually evolving, with new trends and innovations shaping the industry. Travel agents need to stay abreast of these changes to provide cutting-edge sustainable travel options. This could involve incorporating emerging technologies that reduce the environmental impact of travel, such as virtual reality experiences or blockchain for transparent supply chains. Agents should also monitor evolving consumer preferences, recognizing the increasing demand for off-the-beaten-path destinations, eco-friendly accommodations, and unique sustainable experiences. By adapting to these trends, travel agents position themselves as leaders in the eco-friendly travel space, ensuring their offerings remain relevant and attractive to a diverse range of conscientious travelers.

As travel agents, embracing eco-friendly tourism is not just a trend but a responsibility towards the planet and future generations.

By incorporating sustainable practices into their offerings, travel agents can contribute to the conservation of natural and cultural resources, empower local communities, and build a positive brand image. The shift towards eco-tourism is a collective effort, and travel agents play a pivotal role in leading the way towards a more sustainable and responsible travel industry.

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Hello, I'm  Doo! I am the owner & operator of Doo's Amazing Tours, The original and oldest running Tour company in the area. I opened back in 2012, focusing only on giving the most Amazing Tours to my guest!  Located in beautiful Historic Downtown St. Petersburg, Fl. We offer a variety of Tours by Appointment only.  

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    1 Hour Scenic Segway Tour : goes approximately 5 miles along the beautiful waterfront and endless parks. You will be viewing a variety of museums, yacht basins and restaurants while taking in the natural beauty of plants and animals. We will pass through the Gizella Kopsick Palm Arboretum which has been there since 1976 and view over 500 different species of palm trees in this 2 acre park. We are always on the look out for dolphins, manatees and other wildlife! 

$60 per person  

         2 Hour Historic Segway Tour : goes approximately 8 miles total.  First going 3 miles into the city and then 5 miles along the waterfront and beautiful endless parks. We will take a short break at the Salvador Dali Museum and have a sip of water from the Fountain of Youth. You will learn all about the city's founding fathers and famous pilots which lead to the 1920s boom which can be seen in some of our architecture.  After your Segway Tour you will get to go into the Museum of History and look around at your own pace (admission included). You will be able to see the Worlds Largest Autographed baseball collection with 5,036, indexed city photographs, 32,000 artifacts and other historic photos and documents. This tour tends to be out most popular choice because of all the historical information you will get about our city!

  

 $70 per person

           2.5 Hour Eco Segway Tour : goes approximately 12 miles total though the parks and along the waterfront and then we will Segway through 1920s Old Northeast neighborhood as we head to Sunken Gardens (admission included). Where we will park the Segways and then walk through 4 acres of a lush botanical garden. You will see 20 Chilean Flamingos, parrots, macaws, tortoises and feed the Koi fish. Your tour guide will be pointing out all the flora and fauna along the way. Sunken Gardens is the oldest living museum, 100 years old and offers more than 50,000 tropical plants and flowers. 

So you will be on the Segway approximately 2 hours and walking in the garden for about 30 minutes. 

            

  $85 per person

  On all Segway Tours you will have:

  Segway i2 

free admission (Historic and Eco Tours)

   20 minute hands on training prior to tour

   personal headset receiver

   helmet, bottle of water, sunscreen and bug spray

Requirements:

MUST have an appointment

MUST be at least 11 years old

         MUST weigh at least 100-300 lbs

           MUST watch Segway safety video

           MUST be able to safely operate the             Segway during training. 

  *Required Height 3'11" - 6'6"

Meet in front of the Museum of History, 335 2nd Ave NE 33701. Parking meters and a variety of parking lots available within 1 to 2 blocks of the museum.

PRESERVE BIKE TOUR

If the fast pace of the Downtown area is not for you and prefer a natural oasis in the middle of this growing city away from cars and traffic.  Then this tour is for you. Surrounded by Florida's native flora amd fauna. You will be guided by a knowledgeable and experienced tour guide on mountain bikes through 3 miles of trails and boardwalks while seeing 5 ecosystems! You will enjoy 245 acres of uninterrupted preserved habitat along Lake Maggiore's shore line. There is an aviary with live birds of prey ranging from the Bald Eagle, Red Tailed Hawk, Red Shoulder Hawk, Screech Owls, Barred Owls, Northern Crested Caracara and many more! You will also being seeing American Alligators, tortoises, turtles, Ospreys, Cormorants, Anhingas, and a vast variety of butterflies. After the bike tour take some time and explore the education center. 

$65 per person

standard 26" mountain bikes available in male/female frames. We also have two 29" mountain bikes available as well as one 24" mountain bike. 

On the Preserve Bike Tour you will have:

tour guides

male/female mountain bikes

admission into the preserve

       bottle water, helmets, sunscreen and  MUST have an appointment

MUST be at least 5' tall or able to ride a Standard bike.

Please notify us prior to appointment if you will need a larger or smaller bike than 26" and will do our best to accommodate.

                            

Meet at Boyd Hill Nature Preserve, 1101 Country Club Way South 33705 -Free Parking.

PADDLE BOARD TOUR

Enjoy 2 hours of paddle boarding in beautiful Coffee Pot Bayou. You will be seeing our local wildlife as you float along side a historic neighborhood set in 1920s and enjoy the vast array of architecture of homes set in this tranquil bayou. We will be seeing Bird Island up close and enjoy watching and listening to 30 different species of birds. We will also be looking for dolphins and manatees since they are frequently seen.

On the Paddle Board Tour you will have:

10'6" soft top paddle board

life vest, paddle, bottle water, sunscreen and bug spray

MUST be at least 13 years old

   MUST weigh less than 270 lbs

Meet at Coffee Pot Bayou Park, 3099 1st St N 33701 -Free parking.

Why Choose Doo's

A locally owned, award winning, top rated and safety conscious tour company that's been creating smiles and adventures for families from all over the globe. We love what we Doo! So choose us and we look forward to seeing you soon! We also offer Gift Certificates for the perfect present! Please call (727) 642-5133 

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Segway Tours meeting location in front of   Museum of History, 335 2nd Ave NE 33701.

Preserve Bike Tour meeting location is at Boyd Hill Nature Preserve, 1101 Country Club Way South 33705.

Paddle Board Tour meeting location is at Coffee Pot Bayou Park, 3099 1st St N 33701.

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The Petersburg Voyage travel agency welcomes you in St. Petersburg, Russia! Our tour company offers you various Private and Group Tours and Excursions in St. Petersburg and its outskirts. Any personal sightseeing program with the desired schedule, duration, and places of interest to visit can be worked out for you; or you can choose one of our Typical Programs, among which you will surely find the tours you are searching for! You will see all the main Saint-Petersburg sights and attractions with our Tour Packages (Shore Excursions for Cruise Passengers available).

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