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Experience India the Sustainable Way

India is a beautiful country. Many areas are still pristine. The Indian government and people are working hard to keep it that way. They welcome tourists but are also keen to protect the country’s natural beauty.

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In India, sustainable tourism is a big movement. According to a recent survey by a Dutch travel firm, 97% of Indians say that traveling sustainably is important.

They want to avoid damaging the environment and ensure that their visit to the area does not destroy traditional lifeways. The ‘unity in diversity’ philosophy is one that many Indians incorporate into their lives.

So, they want tourists to have a positive rather than a negative impact on local populations. Increasingly, international visitors feel the same way. They also want to respect the environment and culture of their travel areas.

Travel booking portals like Bookmundi display various tours and holidays in India, some of which are 100% sustainable or CO2-neutral.

3 Sustainable Ways of Vacationing in India

Living with Farmers

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You can spend some or all of your vacation with farmers in India, experiencing their way of life. These trips take you far away from urban areas to often small rural villages.

Usually, you are picked up from your hotel and driven to the nearest town to the village you will be staying in. Once you are there, a family member or one of the farmworkers picks you up and takes you to the town. On the first night, you are introduced to everyone and enjoy a meal with your hosts.

The next day, your eco-adventure begins. Typically, you will spend the rest of your time accompanying the farmer as he does his job. It could be herding animals, fishing, planting, harvesting, or turning his produce into products to sell. How you will be spending your time depends on the type of eco-experience trip you have booked.

These holidays provide you with a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to learn about a different, often ancient, way of life. Your host benefits greatly, too. They get to share their knowledge with you and the chance to make some much-needed additional income. These funds often make it possible for the farmer or shepherd to continue to live sustainably.

Tribal holidays

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To say India is a diverse country is an understatement. Currently, 645 tribes are recognized by the Indian Constitution. Each of these has its distinct way of life. However, many of them are struggling to continue to live differently. The pressures of modern life and economics make it hard for the younger generation to live traditionally.

To help them overcome these problems, many tribes are using tourism. They invite people to stay with them and share their way of life. The cash they make from doing this is a big help. But sharing their history, customs, and skills with visitors also helps keep their traditions alive and ensures it is passed on to the next generation.

Volunteer holidays in India

If you are interested in helping others, another option is to go on a volunteer holiday. Again, typically, you will stay with the people you will be helping rather than in a purpose-built hotel. So, your accommodation will be more environmentally friendly. Plus, you will support the local economy and live in a shallow, impactful way during your stay.

Many people are surprised by how diverse the list of Indian volunteer holidays is. What you do is your choice. You could work on an organic farm, build, teach, or provide digital services. It does not matter what skills you have; the chances are that you can put them to good use by volunteering somewhere in India.

These breaks can be anything from a few days to several months long. You can spend all your time in one location or travel from place to place. If you are looking for a low-impact way of traveling that enables you to get under India’s skin, you cannot beat these volunteer-style vacations.

However, you do not have to book one of the abovementioned vacations to travel sustainably in India. There is plenty that traditional tourists can ensure they do not hurt the environment, per the following:

Buy locally

Whenever you can, buy local products; when you do, you help sustain the local population and greatly reduce the fuel burnt to get the product into your hands. This helps to keep pollution levels down. Plus, often, you get to take home some truly unique gifts for your friends and family. That is far nicer than some meaningless plastic piece or a “been there, seen it” t-shirt.

Use public transport

India has an excellent public transport network. Car ownership levels are still relatively low there. So, usually, you can catch a bus or a train to get where you want to go. But you will need to know what you are doing. So, before you go, do a bit of research. If you plan to travel by train, booking your tickets well in advance is usually wise. In some areas, seats are booked up months in advance.

Eat local food

Whenever possible, eat in restaurants that use local produce, which will reduce your carbon footprint. This will also enable you to enjoy a far richer culinary experience than if you mostly ate in chain restaurants. The food will usually be fresh, so eating this way is also good for your health.

Avoid big hotels

Staying in people’s homes and smaller hotels will help the local economy. The money made by the owner will remain in the area and get spent there instead of ending up in a bank account halfway across the world. Staying with a local family is also a great way to experience the local culture. Plus, usually, you will be staying in a building that has been built in a far more sustainable way than a modern hotel would have been.

As you can see, traveling sustainably is not that hard, especially if you choose India as a destination. Those working in the Indian tourist industry have put in a lot of effort to protect the planet, so why not support them and book yourself an eco-friendly Indian vacation?

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