The shortlist for the Global Responsible Tourism Awards sponsored by Sabre is building with exciting winners from Africa, Latin America and Southeast Asia now confirmed.
The first three regional awards were organised in conjunction with WTM Africa, ICRT Africa, the Latin America Travel Association, ICRT Latin America and ICRT Southeast Asia.
In the next two months the ICRT Indian Subcontinent will announce its awards at the BLTM show and ICRT Europe will unveil the winners of the new Europe Responsible Tourism Awards sponsored by easyJet holidays.
The gold winners from all the regional awards then go onto contend for a Global Responsible Tourism Award sponsored by Sabre which will be announced later in the year. The first three regional award finalists are:
Nature Positive Global Responsible Tourism Award Finalists
Astungkara Way, Indonesia is a 135 km regenerative pilgrimage in Bali that blends environmental restoration with cultural renewal.
Cardamon Tented Camp, Cambodia operates within Botum Sakor National Park and helps fund 18 forest rangers from camp profits.
Emboo Safari Camp, Kenya was the first camp in East Africa to use electric safari vehicles, which not only reduce emissions but also enhance the wildlife experience through quieter, more immersive encounters.
Rainforest Expeditions and Wired Amazon in Peru integrates scientific research with ecotourism to conserve biodiversity while benefiting local communities.
Peace, Understanding and Inclusion Global Responsible Tourism Award Finalists
Anthro on Foot Audio Walking Tours, offers affordable self-guided audio tours across all 17 Philippine regions, including underrepresented or conflict-affected sites.
Township & Village, Stellenbosch, South Africa creates community-based tourism experiences around Stellenbosch that encourage guests to explore local culture, history, and life through immersive guided tours.
Valencia Travel Cusco for the Ruqha Ayllu Project, which empowers a marginalised community of 25 families excluded from mainstream tourismm but on the popular route to Machu Picchu.
Managing Waste Responsible Tourism Award Finalists
EcoCamp, Patagonia, Chile demonstrates a comprehensive approach to waste management. It separates all waste streams—Tetra Pak, plastic, metal, cardboard, and glass—for recycling in Punta Arenas, with glass reused as candle holders.
HBD Príncipe, São Tomé and Príncipe has a ten-person waste management team which delivers a range of community and business-focused initiatives that reduce landfill and support reuse and recycling. .
WormingUp™ Malaysia is a youth-led, ISO 14001 certified social enterprise in Sarawak which transforms organic waste using Black Soldier Fly larvae, creating natural fertiliser and insect protein, and diverts waste from landfills.
Increasing Local Sourcing and Creating Shared Value Responsible Tourism Award Finalists
Dlala Nje, runs transformative inner-city tours in Hillbrow and Yeoville, encouraging guests to reframe their perceptions of Johannesburg’s most misunderstood areas.
!Khwa ttu San Culture and Education Centre, South Africa is a cultural and educational centre that honours the San people’s heritage while supporting economic empowerment and sustainability.
Kuyana Amazon Lodge, Ecuador sources over 80% of its food from nearby farms, anchoring its cuisine in traditional Amazonian gastronomy and strengthening the local economy.
Climate Adapation and Resiliance Global Responsible Tourism Award Finalists
Amazonas Explorer, reduces carbon emissions by offering low-impact adventure travel, such as trekking, biking, and rafting, across Peru’s Sacred Valley.
Green Safaris Conservation Foundation, Zambia is innovating the safari model through solar-powered, silent vehicles and lodges that are over 80% powered by solar energy.
Six Senses Ninh Van Bay Beach Resort & Hotel in Vietnam built Vietnam’s first on-site solar farm (Crystal Water Plant), supplying both potable water and greywater treatment systems.
All-inclusive Global Responsible Tourism Award Finalists
Foxes Safari Camps, Tanzania operates an impressive all-inclusive tourism model that prioritises sustainability and community development across its Tanzanian properties.
Nay Palad Hideaway, Philippines redefines barefoot luxury on Siargao Island by emphasising nature, culture, and community.
Sen Caraih, Vietnam is a Cham-led, community-run ecotourism village which has transformed lowland rice paddies into lotus fields, offering guests hands-on activities like lotus harvesting, fishing, cooking, weaving, and cultural performances.
Full citations for all finalists are available here 2025 Global Responsible Tourism Awards Finalists
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