Responsible Travel

Responsible travel allows local communities to earn a fair income from tourism, supports conservation, and tries to limit the environmental impact of the traveling itself. Being a responsible traveler in Nepal does not mean that you have to ride an electric bike and stay in a hut. You can enjoy a luxury safari and still be responsible by ensuring that the company you choose is ethical in how it operates activities and engages with the local community.
The trend for ethical travel started with ecotourism, which focuses on the physical environment and conservation. In the past decade, the term “sustainable” or “responsible” travel was coined to reflect the belief that the people of Nepal matter is as much as its environment and wildlife. In fact, involving local people is often key to the success of many conservation efforts. For example, villagers living on the edge of the park are more likely to condemn poaching within their community if they are given the training needed to earn an income as a nature guide or forest guard.
One of the key concepts of responsible travel is to try and spend your money in the country you’re visiting, thereby supporting the local economy. If you have paid for your entire trip up front, with all meals included, most of those profits will end up staying with the tour operator or hotel. Try to share the business and benefit the communities you’re visiting by shopping, eating, traveling, and staying local.