Sustainable tourism implies making a positive impact on the environment, society, and economy of the place we are visiting. At the very least, it means doing everything we can to avoid making a negative impact on destinations.
For Camino Travel, that means conserving and preserving ecological and cultural integrity, promoting social and economic equity, understanding cultural differences, promoting community involvement, and placing greater emphasis on education. We believe that anything that isn’t sustainable will eventually disappear. That is why we actively take actions against practices that aren’t sustainable in our own operations, as well as the operations of our partners and providers.
Costa Rica is famous for prioritizing sustainability. By 2050, Costa Rica has pledged to be 100% carbon neutral. In 2018, Costa Rica achieved international renown for its carbon-neutral electricity, with 98% of its electricity coming from renewable sources such as hydropower, geothermal power, wind power, and solar power.
Over 25% of Costa Rica’s forests are protected through national parks, biological reserves, and wildlife refuges, creating natural corridors for wildlife migration and thriving. Additionally, Costa Rica protects marine life around Cocos Island, ensuring the safety of species like tuna, dolphins, and hammer sharks. Sport hunting has been banned since 2012.
Camino Travel assures passengers that the hotels, tour providers, and transportation we use and offer are also committed to sustainable tourism practices.
Our CSR department is focused on giving back to the community, knowing that our actions have inevitable consequences. Social responsibility isn’t just about limiting negative repercussions but actively making a positive difference.
We support local causes, such as orphanages and the elderly living in Costa Rica’s blue zone. Additionally, we encourage donations from tourists and collaborate with client companies to support local communities.
