Where possible we design and operate our expeditions in a way that gives the highest degree of long-term economic benefit to local communities, whilst maintaining and improving the environment.
We aim to use local suppliers wherever possible.
We aim to develop long-term relationships overseas.
We aim to be responsible in the disposal of waste e.g. bottles and packaging.
We aim to avoid buying bottled water wherever possible by providing all participants with purification systems, and in doing so help to reduce plastic waste
We aim to ensure that our type of tourism is appropriate to local conditions and does not overload local infrastructure.
We aim to send the majority of our paperwork via email, where this is not possible, the paper will be from recyclable sources.
We take into consideration economic, environmental and cultural issues when looking at new destinations.
We aim to achieve zero litter policies everywhere we operate.
We aim to work closely with all relevant local bodies to help preserve and improve the environment.
We encourage our clients to use biodegradable shampoos and detergents to prevent pollution.
We encourage our clients never to buy products that exploit or aid in the destruction of habitats or species.
We encourage local involvement and provide financial support for economic, social or environmental projects that will benefit local communities.
We encourage our clients, through our literature and courses, to act in a socially responsible way.
We attempt to impart an insight and understanding of the host culture and community to our clients so that they can gain more from visiting them.
We run our offices in a responsible manner by monitoring, and where possible reducing, our energy usage, as well as recycling.
We support World Animal Protection's elephant friendly tourism pledge, promoting elephant friendly travel.
We provide regular and ongoing training in the principles and practices of responsible tourism.
