Themba Travel: A Commitment to Sustainability
Dreaming of a meaningful adventure? Volunteer travel offers the perfect opportunity to explore new cultures, develop valuable skills, and make a lasting impact on communities around the world.
However, it is important to remember that the benefits of volunteer travel aren’t just for the person travelling. A truly inclusive travel industry is where everybody involved benefits. This includes those from destinations where there is significant socio-economic disparities. In addition to the benefits raised above, volunteer tourism is a great way of travelling with more responsibility and to have a positive impact on the destinations people are travelling to.
Below is an example of how Themba Travel, a truly inclusive and sustainable travel company, achieves this. Please read and be inspired by how you individually, or as a travel business, can reflect to have a positive impact on your colleagues, customers, and communities you operate within!
Benefits of Volunteer Travel
Discover new cultures: Immerse yourself in diverse societies, learn about local traditions, and gain a deeper understanding of the world.
Develop valuable skills: Enhance your existing skills or acquire new ones through hands-on experiences in various fields.
Connect with like-minded people: Meet travellers who share your passion for making a difference and build lasting friendships.
Make a lasting impact: Contribute to sustainable development, support local initiatives, and help address pressing social and environmental challenges.
Sustainability is at the heart of Themba Travel. They focus on local culture, people, and the environment, which drives them to create positive impact experiences for travellers.
Their Approach to Sustainability
Community-Focused Tourism: They intentionally collaborate with local businesses and communities to ensure that tours contribute to economic growth and development.
Cultural Preservation: Tours celebrate diverse cultures and connect travellers with authentic local experiences, helping to preserve cultural heritage.
Environmental Responsibility: They are committed to minimising their carbon footprint and promoting sustainable practices throughout their operations.
Themba Travel has numerous sustainability initiatives
Pre-Trip Guides: Travellers receive comprehensive guides offering insights into local culture, customs, and traditions, as well as tips on reducing their carbon footprint.
Environmental Conservation: Guests can participate in conservation efforts, such as wildlife rehabilitation and waste reduction.
Energy Efficiency: Working with partners to implement energy-saving practices, they reduce energy consumption, and support renewable energy initiatives.
Local Economic Impact: Their tours contribute to the economic growth of local communities by using local businesses and suppliers.
Social Empowerment: Themba Travel supports women-owned businesses and creates opportunities for marginalised communities, promoting social equality and inclusivity.
Experience Sustainable Tourism
Choose Themba Travel for a journey that celebrates culture, empowers communities, and protects the planet.
Thank you to Chantal Potgieter, CEO of Themba Travel, for collaborating with us on this article. Again, be inspired to recognise true inclusivity within the travel industry and be influenced to make changes today to have an inclusive and sustainable way of working!
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