Uruguay highlights tour

Planet

CARBON REDUCTION:

Committed to promoting Responsible Tourism, we strive to ensure that every holiday we curate leaves a positive impact. Our pioneering carbon scoring system, a global first, plays a pivotal role in this endeavour. This innovative system enables us to assess and assign a carbon score to each tailor-made trip we craft. We actively engage with our suppliers, urging them to complete our comprehensive carbon-scoring survey and through this process, both we and our suppliers gain insights into their unique carbon scores, identifying areas of sustainability excellence and avenues for improvement.

Extending this transparency to our customers, we individually evaluate each trip, providing you with a personalised carbon score for your tailor-made holiday. Our commitment to the environment extends beyond scoring systems. We meticulously design trips that prioritise low environmental impact, incorporating activities like walking tours in lieu of vehicular excursions and selecting small, locally owned hotels. Additionally, our dedication to sustainable dining options is evident in our provision of vegetarian and vegan food choices for our customers. By embracing these practices, we aim to redefine travel experiences as responsible, conscious, and positive for both the traveller and the planet.

ENVIRONMENT AND WILDLIFE:

This trip is ultimately about educating you about the incredible diverse landscapes in Uruguay, and letting you get involved in local activities.

Ahead of your journey, we provide all our customers with a comprehensive online "travel pack." This digital resource, and online app called Vamoos, serves as essential details about your upcoming trip. Among the wealth of information included are insights into the destinations you'll be exploring, offering practical guidelines on various aspects, including but not limited to, what to pack. Our aim is to assist you in optimising your luggage.

By encouraging thoughtful packing, we strive to reduce the overall weight of luggage, contributing to lower fuel consumption on planes and other vehicles throughout your journey. This initiative aligns with our commitment to sustainable travel practices, ensuring a positive impact on both your travel experience and the environment.

People

LOCAL ECONOMY:

Our unwavering commitment to responsible travel underscores our dedication to placing local communities at the forefront of our supply chain across all aspects of our itineraries. Our partners in Uruguay are based in Montevideo and employ local guides to bring a wealth of knowledge about the land, wildlife, and environment. There is no experience more authentic and enriching than learning about a country from a local.

In turn, it also serves as a catalyst for local job opportunities. Furthermore, the accommodations selected for our trips actively contribute to community well-being by prioritising the hiring of local staff. This deliberate choice not only supports the local workforce but also bolsters the regional economy through the procurement of local food products.

At Pizzorno Wine Lodge, meals are paired with the vineyards own wine, the menu is crafted around homemade meals with olive oil and olives from local farmers. This approach minimises environmental impact by reducing the distance travelled by products, while simultaneously generating meaningful revenue for the local population.

EMPLOYMENT, INCLUSIVITY AND DIVERSITY:

The tour includes a visit to a charming, boutique local winery, Pizzorno Wine Lodge, where you'll have the opportunity to savour the exquisite offerings crafted with passion and expertise.

What sets this establishment apart is not just the richness of its products, but also its unwavering dedication to the community. The workforce is comprised entirely of local individuals from the local town of Las Piedras and surrounding villages, fostering a sense of unity and shared purpose. By choosing to support this business, you're not only indulging in a memorable tasting adventure but also contributing to the livelihoods of those who call this charming locale home.

Throughout your journey, you'll have the privilege of interacting with locals, alongside our knowledgeable local guides, passionate ambassadors of their heritage.