1. Disclosure of values
The business discloses its ecotourism values when promoting its products.
2. Description of the ecosystem
The business describes the ecosystem that their clients will explore during their stay and activities.
3. Code of good conduct
Before undertaking the activity, the business makes its clients aware of the behaviors to adopt and to avoid in the natural and cultural environments they will visit.
4. Means of transportation
For travel during the activity, the business uses the means of transportation that is the least harmful to the environment and that makes the ecotourism activity as rewarding and safe as possible.
5. Respectful practices
The business has measures in place for the management of residues, the use of biodegradable products, the conservation of environmental, cultural and human heritage, the respect of neighbouring populations, and for raising awareness of clients and staff in these regards.
6. Local purchasing
The business favors, whenever possible, the purchase of local products for the preparation of an ecotourism trip.
7. Respect for fragile environments
The business identifies fragile environments on a map and issues directives to staff and clients to minimize its impact on these environments.
8. Respect for the natural environment
The business identifies the fauna and flora of the areas visited as well as the inert organic material that needs to be protected (artifacts, rocks or other) in order to minimize the impact of its activities on the environment.
9. Interpretation plan
For each activity that it offers, the business has an interpretation plan about: geography, ecology, history, culture, heritage, traditions, natural environments, eco-responsible gestures, respect for local communities, etc.
