ALWAYS travel with a responsible tour operator Africa
Choosing the right tour operator changes everything. Discover why responsible tour operators protect wildlife, support local communities, ensure fair wages, and create meaningful impact. Learn how AOL partners with ethical operators for safaris that heal destinations.
7 Ways To Practice Responsible Tourism
When traveling to developing countries, responsible tourism means something different. It’s about being a positive influence on the local people, cultures and wildlife. In this article we talk about 7 ways to take responsible tourism into your own hands.
Singing For Change
> My name is John Ombasa, and I am a musician as well as a music teacher in various institutions. Currently, I am volunteering with a community-based organisation (CBO) called Mirror of Hope, which sponsors underprivileged children from the Kibera slum to attend secondary school. During the holidays, the organisation runs a holiday program attended […]
How Adventure Out Loud is Changing Education in Rural Africa
> At Adventure Out Loud, we believe travel can do more than create memories. Every booking, every journey, and every adventure contributes to something bigger. Together with our Australian non-profit, Mwembe Foundation Australia, 50% of our profits continue to benefit projects in Africa that focus on education and conservation. And recently, this commitment sparked something […]
3 Ways to Travel Responsibly on Your Next African Adventure
> And with so many exotic and undiscovered destinations around the world, it is no wonder that the tourism sector’s growth rate has outperformed the global economy for seven consecutive years. One of the most interesting travel trends over the past 5 – 10 years, has been the huge influx of tourists visiting developing countries. […]
How to Volunteer Effectively in Africa
> Making a Real Impact with Local Communities Volunteering in Africa can be one of the most rewarding experiences of your life—rich in cultural exchange, learning, and connection. But good intentions alone don’t guarantee a positive impact. In fact, some popular “voluntourism” activities can do little good, or even harm, if they’re not designed in […]