Canarias with Purpose: A Guide for the Conscious Traveller
What you choose to do on holiday can have a positive impact on the islands!
As a conscious traveller, you don’t aim to leave the beach, trail, mountain or picnic area as you found it—but better. As a committed visitor, you can do your part to ensure your adventure helps to preserve the natural, historical and cultural heritage of the islands, while enjoying a unique experience in the Canaries.
Discover how to get involved and practise sustainable, responsible tourism with our short guide!
Be Part of the Virtuous Circle: Businesses with Local Commitment
The way you choose to travel echoes within the community. That’s why choosing experiences offered by local companies aligned with sustainability brings great benefits to the Canarian environment and economy: they reduce environmental impact and promote the conservation of local heritage.
Also, because their guides, producers and suppliers are from the area, the experience is both authentic and beneficial to the islands’ economy and employment.
Always Stick to the Path
Did you know that simply walking on marked trails helps protect the habitat of Canarian wildlife? These trails are designed to reduce the impact on flora and fauna and to avoid damage to valuable ecosystems and archaeological areas.
Also remember that on some trails in Tenerife and Gran Canaria, a reservation is required to gain access. If you’re bringing your pet, make sure to keep an eye on them so they don’t disturb the local fauna or flora.
Use Public Transport
The landscapes of Masca in Tenerife or the hamlet of Fataga in Gran Canaria may have inspired you to take home your own memory of some of the gems of rural Canary Islands.
If you do, the best way to show empathy towards the locals is to use public transport—this helps avoid traffic congestion and parking issues. Both the planet, thanks to your reduced carbon footprint, and the locals, will thank you.
Support Canarian Artisans and Producers
Daring to try Canarian products—including some of the best cheeses and wines in the world—will open up a world of authentic flavours.
Buying local products and crafts helps preserve jobs, culture, traditional trades and island heritage, as well as native species and breeds.
Let Your Only Footprint Be the Experience
Nature is a treasure shared by all—and the home of several rural communities. Always place your rubbish in the appropriate bins, and of course, don’t take any natural items with you, as it is prohibited.
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