Orkney and Shetland small group tour

Planet

When selecting accommodation and excursions for our tours, we always prioritise their environmental impact. Here are some examples of how we ensure sustainable and responsible tourism on our tours.

To begin with, our small group tours help reduce carbon emissions. Since transport emissions during the tour are shared among the group, each individual's carbon footprint is lowered. We also encourage clients to explore on foot, reducing transport emissions further.

Our accommodations are carefully chosen to be locally owned and operated, and they use the freshest local ingredients in their menus. By sourcing food locally, they minimise their carbon footprint and support the local community. Some examples of local delicacies include Orkney cheese and oatcakes, North Ronaldsay mutton and Shetland black potatoes.

Visits to UNSECO sites, museums and local craft workshops help fund the preservation of Orkney's Neolithic Heritage and Shetland's cultural history, ensuring these landscapes are protected for future generations.

Overall, we strive to make our tours environmentally sustainable and socially responsible while providing our clients with an unforgettable travel experience.

We are corporate members of the John Muir Trust, an organisation committed to protecting the wild land of the Scottish highlands and islands.

People

At our company, we value creating a positive impact on the local economy by employing local guides and building long-term relationships with suppliers who share our values for sustainable tourism. We prioritise supporting the communities we visit and giving back to the areas that are close to our hearts.

During our tour, we visit museums, craft workshops and heritage sites such as Sheila Fleet Jewellery, Stromness Museum, and Jarlshof, all of which rely on visitor support to continue preserving island stories and skills.

Family-run hotels and restaurants are used throughout the tour, ensuring income goes directly to the island residents rather large chains.

Local experts lead many of the experiences in this tour, such as the full-day guided tour in Shetland. Guests get to hear first-hand storytelling from islanders, which supports local tourism.

Overall, we strive to create mutually beneficial relationships with the local community and suppliers while preserving the unique culture and heritage of the places we visit.