SUSTAINABLE TRAILS CRITERIA: OUR SIX ESTEEM PRINCIPLES

Eat locally

Local dishes using local ingredients from local suppliers are served during meals that are included in the itinerary.

Stay eco-friendly

Stay overnight at an Ecolodge, homestay, tent, or hotel which is classified by a third-party or Asian Trails as environmentally-responsible.

Transport alternatively

Environmentally-friendly activities or transport are included as part of the tour as an alternative to CO2-emitting activities or transport.

Empower viably

Taking part in community-led or community-managed activities or experiences where local people can improve their lives from an economic and/or professional development perspective.

Experience meaningfully

Organised cultural or environmental learning experiences where local providers receive direct income for specific services are included.

Make a difference

Financial or in-kind contributions to a social or environmental organization or cause are included as part of the tour.

Sustainable Trails

An enlightened, meaningful way to explore, partaking in one of our crafted itineraries contributes to environmentally friendly causes and gives back to society and respectfully engages with local communities. We have joined forces with local players with a mutual interest in organising excursions and activities of a sustainable nature. Under the motto: ‘We aim to leave a place in a better condition as we found it’, these trails focus on a responsible approach of travel for the more conscious explorer. Our ‘Sustainable Trails’ products must meet the criteria of at least three of our ESTEEM Principles.

In the following slides we have showcased for each of our destinations one excursion and one tour from the many that we have classified as Sustainable Trails. Please contact our country teams for information about others.

Sustainable Trails In Cambodia

Phnom Penh Tour

Transport alternatively: Ride an electric tuktuk – this transport provides a unique view of the capital city whilst treading light.

Experience meaningfully: Support Cambodia’s arts and crafts to remain intact through their appreciation and support for the country’s traditions.

Empower viably: Visits to workshops –stimulate employment and training opportunities for locals and marginalised people and this approach provides a chance for them to earn a ‘living wage’.

Siem Reap Tour

Transport alternatively: Ride an e-bike. Experience meaningfully: You will get the chance to participate in hands-on workshops that enhance the livelihoods of local artisans.

Empower viably: Contribute towards preserving Cambodia’s rich heritage of arts and crafts by supporting and appreciating local artisans and providing employment and training to Cambodians from rural areas.