Ecotourism

What is Eco Travel and Responsible Tourism?

Responsible Tourism is tourism that conserves the environment and improves the well-being of local people. The pillars of responsible tourism are the same as those of sustainable tourism and ecotourism — environmental integrity, social justice, and maximizing local economic benefit. Eco travel and responsible tourism are not only ways of traveling – they are about making a difference.
Why should I care about Eco Travel and Responsible Tourism?

Do you care about the places and people you visit?

Traveling responsibly provides a more enjoyable experience for tourists through building more meaningful connections with local people and granting them a greater understanding of local cultural, social and environmental issues. It enhances the well-being of host communities and encourages respect between tourists and hosts. Practicing responsible tourism makes positive contributions to the conservation of natural and cultural heritage and helps improve a place for all who visit it after you.

What does it mean to practice Eco Travel and Responsible Tourism in Bhutan?

Here are some helpful guidelines for ecotourists and responsible travelers to Bhutan:

Choose a local Bhutanese Travel Agency

There are many agencies that offer Bhutan tours. Try to choose an agency based on the Bhutanese plateau that is owned, managed, and staffed by Bhutanese. These agencies have far more expertise in arranging Bhutan tours. In addition, if you use a Bhutanese-owned travel agency, you can be sure that more of your tourist dollars are going to be put into the local Bhutanese economy.
Patronize local Bhutanese businesses

Tourism makes up a large part of the Bhutan economy. Through strengthening the local economy, you will be improving the lives of Bhutanese and helping preserve their cultural heritage.
If you want to better understand Bhutan, travel with locals, who can provide expert advice on all the best locations and inform you on local perspectives and opinions.

Bhutan Nibbana Tours is Bhutanese-owned travel companies that provides eco-friendly, high-quality travel services that help benefit local Bhutanese communities.