What we're doing now
We continually monitor the social, economic and environmental impact of our operations to ensure we are at the forefront of a fairer industry; creating new and exciting ideas for the benefit of discerning travellers, the local communities where we work and the natural world that connects us all. In this way our aim is to promote responsible travel by engaging travellers and communities in the benefits of travelling the Wayfairer way.
We know that there is more to do, and have initiatives constantly underway to further ensure our impact is positive.
Supporting Local Communities
We believe that the true rewards of travel come from experiencing different cultures while also giving something back to the communities who make us welcome.
At Wayfairer we engage local communities in our travel itineraries and treat local people as stakeholders in our business. This manifests itself in our community tourism initiatives, which can be found across our range of experiences. Look out for these in our full itineraries and key projects are often highlighted in the Why Wayfairer? section on each one of our holidays.
We employ local guides and support staff who we pay fair wages, often exceeding government standards which we still consider too low, and thereby remove the reliance on tipping for livelihoods.
Protecting the Environment
Our Country Guides to Responsible Travel
There's a wealth of information and expertise from our travel specialists and partners on our blog! We've collaborated with our partners, guides and other stakeholders to put together informative guides to travelling responsibly in all the countries that we offer. We're continually adding destinations and updating as new information and best practice changes. Sign up to our newsletter to get all the latest information.
Africa
Asia
Australasia & South Pacific
Polar
Latin America
Europe
Middle East
Our Partners
A more responsible and sustainable industry can only happen if we all work together. At Wayfairer we partner with the industry's leading organisations as well as smaller grassroots projects and charities.
Charities & organisations we support
Love Ur Neighbour
REST (Rare & Endangered Species Trust)
Other Organisations
We also support TOFT Tigers and Pack for Purpose and are registered KPAP and ATTA members. You can learn more about these organisations below
We partnered with TOFT to help in the collective effort to save tigers and their forests throughout the sub-indian continent through education of tourism groups, governments and other stakeholders.
Use a small amount of space in your luggage to pack supplies for local community projects. You can leave your donations with our partner hotels and lodges who will pass them on to those in need.
We’re one of only 23 UK members of the Kilimanjaro Porters Association Project – an organisation which is dedicated to porter welfare and fair salaries which are far and away over the industry average.
The African Travel & Tourism Association (ATTA) is a member-driven trade association that promotes tourism to Africa from all corners of the world. Recognised as the Voice of African Tourism.
Articles and insight on Responsible Travel from the blog
Introducing our new Eco by Wayfairer selection
A Wayfairer Response: The Displacement of the Maasai People
Responsible Travel Guide: Madagascar
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