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Responsible Travel is about sensitively supporting the host country's environment, social and economic policies, whilst minimising visitors' own negative impact in these three areas. The 12 day trip supports eco tourism where visitors have the opportunity to get involved and experience life in the community. Visitors will be given an opportunity to offset their own carbon footprint by sponsoring a plant ( e.g. purchasing a native plant). The rest of the time is dedicated to providing an eco-friendly trip around Mauritius. The trip allows a maximum of 10 people and operates once a month so that the it does not overwhelm local communities and the environment.
Guests are made aware of the scarce water supplies on the island, especially during the drier winter months. Mauritian tap water is safe to drink and volunteers are encouraged to refill water bottles to reduce waste.
Accommodation is at small, family run guest houses or, locally owned homestay and run by local people who receive a wage relative to the Mauritian economy. All food is purchased locally, from small independent retailers or markets to ensure money is put directly back into the economy and reducing unesscery packaging and waste.
Guests will receive an orientation evening on responsible travel conduct whilst in Mauritius and here are some suggestions of effective ways to follow such practices. All guests are advise, prior to arrival, to avoid bringing products that use plastics or cardboard as Mauritius has yet to develop a recycling facility. If any such products are brought e.g. toiletries, visitors are kindly asked to return packaging back to host country where it can be recycled effectively.
The trip takes you on adventure which shows the islands true beauty, in its people, places and scenery. The parks and attractions visited have an additional small entrance fee which goes back into the attractions themselves and provides employment for their upkeep. Be rest assured knowing that the trip you are on gives something back to the island and in return the island will give you an experience sure to take your breath away.
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