Responsible Tourism

Delivering authentic experiences through ethical practices, community collaboration, and long-term commitment to sustainability across all destinations we serve.
Taking care of our destinations and the people who call these places home is at the heart of the meaningful experiences we create. By respecting local communities, protecting natural environments, and supporting sustainable practices, we ensure that every journey not only enriches our travelers but also contributes positively to the wellbeing and future of the destinations we are privileged to serve.
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The Future of Travel A Responsible Partner In Asia

Happy Trails Asia beliefs firmly that the future of travel goes hand in hand with responsible and sustainable tourism. Therefore, its at the core of our philosophy to maximize the positive impacts of tourism in our destinations, whilst minimizing the negative impacts.

Our inclusive 360-degrees approach ensures that all aspects within our operations and organization are true to these principles.

Click here to explore our sustainability policy
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Independently Audited

Our sustainability practices are independently audited and recognized by trusted international certification bodies. These certifications reflect our commitment to responsible tourism, environmental care, and transparent operations, ensuring our journeys create positive impacts for both people and the planet.

* Note: Our Malaysian offices are currently finalizing their certification, expected to be certified by midst 2021.

Travelife

We collaborate with Travelife for our implementation and auditing of our sustainable and responsible tourism practises.

Travelife is an international certification scheme which has been developed by the travel industry, for the travel industry. It is a three-stage certification program for tour operators and travel agents: (1) Travelife Engaged; (2) Travelife Partner and (3)Travelife Certified.

Happy Trails! Asia’s Indonesia office is the first Indonesian DMC to be certified by Travelife at the highest “certified level”.

Part of our Communities

We believe meaningful travel starts with strong relationships. That’s why we work hand in hand with local communities, respecting their traditions, cultures, and ways of life. Through community-based experiences, we ensure tourism directly supports local livelihoods, preserves heritage, and creates genuine connections between travelers and the people they meet. By involving communities as active partners, we help build sustainable, inclusive, and positive impacts that last well beyond each journey.

Respect for our communities

We welcome all travelers to our destinations and promote tourism with a focus on tolerance and respect for the diversity of beliefs and way of lives within the communities we operate in. Furthermore, we observe the social and cultural traditions and practices, including those of minorities and indigenous people. Our tourism activities are conducted in harmony and collaboration with the communities, and in respect for the local laws, traditions, and customs.

Respect for our communities

Community based experiences

With sustainable and responsible tourism at our core, we pride ourselves in offering unique community-based experiences. These experiences aim to assist communities to benefit from tourism, whilst allowing travelers to interact and learn about these unique places. Independently audited by Travelife, we ensure that these experiences benefit the community, generate local employment, are plastic free and carbon neutral! Explore below video of one of our projects in Bali.

Community based experiences

Responsible Accomodation

We offer a large variety of responsible accommodation options, from five star luxury to camping on private islands.

Responsible Accomodation

Responsible Experiences

Experience Indonesia majestic volcano’s, or Borneo;s orang utans, we know the way to keep your footprint small and benefit the local community.

Responsible Experiences

Responsible Transportation

By train or by plane, we will advise you the possibilities and keep sustainability in mind.

Responsible Transportation

Responsible Tours

Our dedicated team of specialists will advise you on how to ensure your tour is as responsible as possible whilst having a great experience.

Responsible Tours

Responsible Tourism Services

Our responsible tourism services are designed to create meaningful travel experiences while protecting the environment and respecting local cultures. We work closely with trusted partners and communities to ensure our operations support local livelihoods, reduce environmental impact, and promote ethical tourism practices. From planning to execution, every journey is guided by sustainability principles that aim to deliver long-term benefits for destinations, travelers, and future generations.

Collaborating with Partners to Drive Sustainable Tourism

We believe sustainable tourism is built through collaboration. By working with our supply chain, governments, NGOs, and global initiatives, we promote responsible practices, share knowledge, and create lasting environmental and social impact across our destinations.

 

Sustainable and responsible tourism is a shared responsibility. We work closely with our supply chain, government bodies, and NGOs, and in Indonesia we are a founding member of the Indonesian DMC Sustainability Collaboration, actively supporting training programs, loan initiatives, and CSR actions across our destinations, to strengthen long-term sustainability and community resilience.

Click here to learm more about the Indoensian DMC Sustainability Collaboration

 

Happy Trails! Asia is a signatory of the Glasgow Declaration on Climate Action in Tourism, committing to reduce emissions by 50% by 2030 and reach Net Zero before 2050. Through this commitment, we lead by example, share knowledge, support collaboration across the sector, and raise awareness of the urgent need for climate action in tourism.

Click here to explore more about Glasgow Declaration on Climate Action Tourism.

Giving Back - CSR

As part of our commitment to the communities we operate in, we have an extensive corporate social responsibility program (CSR).

We believe it is important to give back and collaborate with our communities, to help them to develop in a positive way. Therefore, our CSR program focuses on the below pillars:

Environmental protection

Our projects focus on environmental protection, with a special attention to waste and water management and the provision of clean water.

Child protection and education

We believe children are the future of our communities, therefore we support programs which focus on their education and protection.

Better living conditions

In many indigenous communities we visit, facilities such as clean water and sanitation may be limited. We support the development of services.

Our Projects

Our projects support local communities and sustainable initiatives, creating positive social and environmental impact across our destinations.

Yayasan
Widyaguna
📍Bali

Yayasan Widya Guna is an education center in Ubud Bali. Less fortunate children and those with disabilities receive education/day programs free of charge, run by volunteers.

Education in Flores
📍NTT

In cooperation with the Tolong Flores foundation, we support their efforts to bring education through the island, which create opportunities for those less fortunate.

Bonjeruk Village
📍Lombok

In Lombok, together with a tour leader that has been part of our team for over 10 years, we have set up an English school where local youth can learn English and work in tourism. Furthermore, this is one of our community based projects which can be visited.

More Information

Feel free to explore below documents related to our responsible tourism practices

Sustainability Policy and Report to the public
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Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai No #195
PO. Box 3087 Sanur, Denpasar 80227
Bali, Indonesia.

Phone: +62 (0) 361-288194
Email: info@happytrailsasia.com

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