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We always hope that those who travel with us to the world’s most inspirational yet fragile environments will leave with a stronger desire to support the preservation of these special places in the future. We believe this is especially relevant to our family trips, where the younger generation can experience and enjoy first hand the wonder of countries such as Peru.
This family trip to Peru contributes to the continued sustainability of tourism in the country in three distinct areas; the environment, the local economy and the local community.
The environment: Our focus is on small groups: by travelling in this way we are able to minimise our environmental footprint in the country. This is especially relevant to the sensitive environments such as the Amazon. This trip also focuses on experiences which do rely on human power rather than motorised transport e.g. rafting, mountain biking, canoeing or horse riding. Throughout all elements of this trip, we follow a robust policy of “leave no trace” which is relevant to flora and fauna, waste disposal, visual and noise intrusion and other land users. We also present educational briefings for all ages on environmental awareness, responsibilities and practice, with particular emphasis on local issues that exist in the mountain and jungle regions of Peru.
Our philosophy of environmental awareness is shared with our local partners, who are continually making concerted efforts regarding waste management, reduction of fossil fuels, recycling and equipment manufacture – many of which are new concepts in Peru. We also provide the opportunity for clients on our family trips to offset the carbon emissions arising from international air travel to Peru and within the country.
The local economy: We engage local business (tour operators, hotels, restaurants, guides and other ventures) throughout this entire trip and ensure that its economic benefits are shared in an equitable way. By visiting areas where tourism is less established, especially the community-owned ecolodges in the Amazon, this trip contributes to the even distribution of income and economic growth throughout the country.
We work with our in-country partners to ensure that every effort is being made to deliver tailor-made trips consistent with the policy of local economic benefit. This includes a commitment to fair wages and correct working conditions including insurance, health, clothing and equipment and the establishment of a robust Porter Protection Policy for the Inca Trail.
The local community: Our family itineraries are designed to ensure authentic interaction with the local population, customs and culture. This trip provides opportunities for all ages to learn and understand more about the fascinating culture and indigenous customs of Peru, through the use of qualified and experienced guides drawn from the local community. We inform clients of the socio-cultural considerations of the places visited and appropriate accepted behaviour, particularly with regard to sensitive sites or locations, such those who live in and around the jungle regions near Puerto Maldonado.
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