Ecoventura in the Galapagos. (Photo credit Robb Leahy).

Earth-Friendly Travel Experiences Around the World

Ecoventura in the Galapagos. (Photo credit Robb Leahy).
 
 

As travelers become increasingly mindful of their environmental impact, sustainable tourism continues to grow in popularity. In honor of Earth Day, several eco-conscious travel providers and resorts are offering limited-time promotions and showcasing year-round conservation initiatives designed to protect and preserve the natural world.

If you have clients seeking meaningful, eco-friendly getaways, they can explore the following sustainability-forward experiences—each combining luxury with environmental stewardship.

Cruise the Galapagos with Ecoventura

Ecoventura.

For clients interested in exploring one of the world’s most biodiverse regions, Ecoventura operates three 20-passenger mega-yachts—the most sustainable fleet in the Galapagos. These Relais & Châteaux-ranked ships minimize environmental impact while offering enriching itineraries filled with wildlife encounters and educational briefings led by certified naturalists. In celebration of Earth Day, Ecoventura is offering 20% off select 2025 summer departures when booked between April 17–30, 2024. This year also marks the first anniversary of their reforestation initiative, aiming to plant 1,100 trees on Santa Cruz Island by June 2025.

For more information, visit ecoventura.com.

Reforestation and Relaxation in Costa Rica 

Hotel Three Sixty

Hotel Three Sixty, an adults-only boutique escape in Costa Rica’s rainforest, integrates sustainability into every stay through its partnership with One Tree Planted. Typically planting one tree per room night, the hotel is expanding its Earth Month efforts by planting five trees per night for stays booked April 1–30, 2024, with travel through October. If you use the promo code SEEDS, your clients will also receive 25% off bookings. Experiences include guided birdwatching, rainforest yoga and wildlife spotting—all set against panoramic Pacific views.

For more information, visit hotelthreesixty.com.

Preserving Utah’s Wilderness

Bearclaw (Photo: Sundance Mountain Resort).

Founded by Robert Redford, Sundance Mountain Resort in Utah remains dedicated to environmental conservation. The resort runs entirely on renewable solar and wind energy, sources its water from local mountain-fed springs, and incorporates recycled materials throughout the property. Through its conservation easements and the Sundance Nature Alliance, 1% of all resort revenue goes to supporting local environmental initiatives—ideal for clients seeking eco-conscious alpine escapes with outdoor adventure and artful immersion.

For more information, visit sundanceresort.com.

Eco-Luxury in the Dominican Republic

Cayo Levantado Resort.

Tucked away on a private island in Samana Bay, Cayo Levantado Resort blends luxury with local sustainability practices. Highlights include photovoltaic solar panels, a waste biodigestion system and an on-site drinking water plant that produces up to 6,000 liters daily. The resort’s partnership with the Eco-Bahia Foundation invites guests to participate in island conservation projects—from coral nursery maintenance to reforestation efforts. Two traditional gardens on the property also grow 11% of the resort’s produce, cultivated through sustainable “conucos” farming practices.

For more information, visit cayolevantadoresort.com.