Venezuela nature tour

Planet

Environment and Wildlife:

We visit some very remote and pristine areas on this trip - including Canaima National Park and Angel Falls - and we are careful to leave these places as they were found. When exploring these areas we ensure that we stick to the tracks and trails so as not to damage sometimes fragile environments.

Bringing a reusable water bottle is a great idea and if purchasing any snacks, it is best to avoid excess packaging.

Carbon Reduction:

We use local guides to ensure money stays within local economies and means we will be treated to such valuable, in-depth and honest knowledge which we perhaps wouldn’t get from a western guide. It also means we are keeping carbon emissions down. Throughout the tour, we stay in smaller and more traditional hotels where possible, as to avoid putting money into the pockets of big, international hotel chains.

We operate a strict no litter policy on our tours and insist that all litter from travellers, guides and drivers is taken back to the hotels where it can be properly disposed of. In conjunction with our local team we work with hotels and guesthouses to implement best practices when it comes to environmental matters This includes basic things like not replacing towels each day, as well as saving electricity and turning lights off.

People

Local Economy:

Where small local shops exist within the villages, we encourage our travellers to buy something, be it a cold drink or a snack, so that we have some economic benefit, however small. We employ local guides from communities to show us around – not only does this give our travellers a greater insight into traditions but again it helps to put money into the local economy.

We visit a number of sites on this tour that do not necessarily receive much funding from other sources. The entrance fees that we include help to maintain the heritage of this country for future generations – not just western travellers but more importantly for local people, to whom these sites have far more cultural and historical significance. We use locally owned suppliers and our partners here are deeply involved with the preservation of the culture and heritage of the countries we travel through.

Employment, Inclusivity and Diversity:

There are instances throughout this tour where we spend time learning about the local way of life – for example we spend time in Hato El Cedral, a working cattle ranch focused on protecting the surrounding wildlife.

Most people like to take photos on their travels, and it’s sometimes easy to forget that the photogenic person in front of you may not want their picture taken. We always ask if it’s okay, and respect their wishes if they say no.