10 eco-friendly activities you can do anywhere in the world

10 eco-friendly activities you can do anywhere in the world

Both locally and when we travel, we need to be responsible to nature and contribute to reducing our impact on the places we visit.

Wouldn't it be great to know about some eco-friendly activities we could do locally? Imagine living in the most unique experiences, no matter where you live.

Because the truth is, you don't have to travel to experience epic adventures. In this post, we will share with you 10 remarkable and eco-friendly activities that you can do anywhere in the world to have a lot of fun

Responsible tourism

It is important to start with a definition of what we call responsible tourism.

Responsible tourism is about creating better places for people to live and better places to visit. It requires operators, hoteliers, governments, local people and tourists to take responsibility and take action to make tourism more sustainable.

Furthermore, responsible tourism is any form of tourism that can be consumed in a more responsible way.

So these would be the principles to consider while doing the environmental activities listed in this post.

We've learned about responsible tourism, now it's time to focus on experiences.

The best thing about the experiences on this list is that you can do most of them from home. They are easy, local and in most cases very cheap.

Local transition

I can't think of an easier and cheaper way to experience a quick adventure.

Hike can be such a rewarding experience and it's an amazing way to reconnect with nature. No matter where you live, you can always try to find a place not too far away to go on a hike.

It doesn't have to be a 6 hour hike. This can be 30 minutes, 3, 6 hours or however you feel comfortable.

You break the routine and it's a great way to have an adventure. Even when we travel, we always look for nice hikes because it's a great way to get to know a place while getting a little exercise at the same time.

Sustainable cooking

Sustainable cooking is a doubly enjoyable experience. First cooking, then eating.

Sustainable cooking is a way of preparing food in a way that benefits health, the environment and ultimately the entire planet.

It's no secret that what we buy and what we eat can have an impact on the environment. By changing the products we buy and how we prepare them, we can reduce the impact but also have a healthier diet.

In addition, preparing sustainable meals will make for a very rewarding experience and encourage you to try new things and recipes that you may not have tried before.

Mountain cycling.

Cycling through a city is a good way to get to know the city and is ideal for covering larger areas. But what about exploring a mountain, a nature park or even a forest on a mountain bike?

It's a great experience and not only will you enjoy nature as you venture into the forest, but you'll also take all the hassle out of cycling in any city, which can sometimes be far from a relaxing or safe experience.

Tour by public transport

This experience can be done using the most convenient public transport in the tourist destination you visit.

A trip makes an amazing adventure. On this occasion, it will be different from the traditional trip. The brakes may not be as flexible as when driving, but it's a different way to adventure.

By traveling by public transport, you will not only help the planet, but also your pocket. It's a cool and efficient way to get around more places. It's especially easy these days when you can find all the route information, timetables and all right on your phone.

Exercise outdoors

Gyms are boring. It's always the same. Same machines, same people and of course same place.

But there are many different ways you can easily spice things up and turn a boring day at the gym into a fun outdoor experience. Imagine you're on vacation in an exotic location and you have to lock yourself in the gym to do your daily workout. Or you go to the same gym after work and work out with the same equipment.

Outdoor training gives different sensations, views and experiences. There is no better way to diversify than to train in a different place in nature every time.

Join a sustainable tour

There are dozens of tour operators and companies promoting sustainable tours.

They do trips and experiences all over the world. They even categorize them by topic. This way, you can easily find what you want and even be inspired by new eco-friendly activities. And the best thing is that you will make many new acquaintances with people with similar interests.

Go kayaking

Wherever you live, chances are you have a sea, river or lake nearby.

Don't let your lazy human mind stop you from creating exciting possibilities and exploring options.

Kayaking allows you to explore places you couldn't access otherwise and see places from a different perspective.

Let's say for example that you are going somewhere during the high season. Then you find a beach or river and rent a kayak for a few hours. Chances are you'll find a beautiful place all to yourself.

You can also go kayak fishing. This is definitely more expensive to do as you will have to rent all the material and also takes more time. But at the same time, it's a really rewarding experience.

Ecological products for home use

Why not replace the non-recyclable souvenirs we buy when on holiday with sustainable local products?

Think about this. We buy a lot of products that are not good for you or the environment. The good news is that you can easily create a sustainable version of them. Isn't that cool

You only need a few local ingredients such as leaves, dried fruits, stones, shells and whatever else you can think of and is typical of the place you visited to make your own souvenirs.

WWOOF-Eng

World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms, (WWOOF) is part of a worldwide movement connecting visitors with organic farmers and producers to promote cultural and educational experiences based on trust and non-monetary exchange, thereby helping to build a sustainable global community .

It's a great way to experience something different from a normal vacation.

The great thing about WWOOF is that you can find opportunities almost anywhere in the world. You will have the chance to volunteer in exchange for food and accommodation while living a unique experience.

You will find a variety of activities. From learning organic farming to milking a cow, chasing chickens, feeding pigs and digging up an entire garden.