Sustainable tourism is a concept that encompasses the entire tourism experience, including concern for economic, social and environmental aspects, as well as attention to improving the experiences of tourists and attention to the needs of host communities. While traveling in the Andean region, there are many ways to give your trip an additional sustainable focus. Combine your stay in one of the major cities with a visit to a social project, for example. You can also support the local economy by including a homestay somewhere on your trip, and travel from one destination to another can easily be done overland instead of using domestic flights, thus reducing your CO2 emissions. In addition to all this, in the Andean part of Colombia you will find some of the best vegetarian and even vegan restaurants, eating less meat. Here we have highlighted 3 options to make your visit more sustainable.
Children of Medellin, known as Fundación Caminos in Colombia, is a Medellín-based foundation for children who grow up in poverty. It promotes the social integration of children disadvantaged by poverty, domestic violence or addictions. Your visit helps the foundation financially and, at the same time, you can live an unforgettable moment interacting and sharing with the children.
Add to your trip in Colombia the unique experience of staying at a local house. Stay in a local coffee farm house, sharing and cooking with a local family. Several options can be found throughout the Andean region, including true homestays.
All the touristic highlights in the Andean Region are very well connected by a network of roads. Traveling over land by car, or in public buses, is an experience you have to add to your Colombian trip. Reducing your CO2 emission, while enjoying the landscapes and observing daily life.
