At Outside Travels, we care about nature, the waters, and the people who live where our fishing trips take place. Sustainable fishing trips are not just about environmental work, but also about taking responsibility for local communities, fish stocks, and future generations' opportunity to experience the same nature.
Therefore, we actively work with sustainable tourism and responsible sport fishing in everything we do. We choose partners who share our values, plan our trips with environmental considerations, and support local guides and businesses that take care of their waters and ecosystems.
When you book a fishing trip with Outside Travels, you should be able to travel with the confidence that your experience contributes to long-term nature conservation and sustainable fishing trips.
Outside Travel's Sustainability Policy
Travelife Partner
Outside Travels has qualified for The Travelife Partner Award through its environmental and sustainability efforts. This means that we meet more than 100 criteria related to sustainability management, office operations, supplier collaborations, and customer communication.
The work with Travelife began in 2023 and follows a comprehensive program with action points in both social and environmental sustainability. To qualify as a Travelife Partner, independent audits are continuously conducted.
The work is ongoing, and continuous improvements are required to maintain our Travelife Partner status.
Climate and Environmental Responsibility
We strive to make our fishing trips as environmentally friendly as possible.
When planning our trips, we review transportation, accommodation, and activities to reduce emissions where possible.
We collaborate with partners who share our view on responsibility and who actively work with sustainability goals.
We use minimal disposable items and encourage smart choices during trips, both from our guests and within our own operations.
When producing materials and planning our fishing trips, we prioritize digital working methods to reduce unnecessary waste.
Local Engagement and Conservation
A crucial aspect of sustainable fishing trips is creating value for the places we visit.
Therefore, we collaborate with local fishing guides, lodges, and businesses that contribute to employment and development in their areas.
Our fishing trips aim to support local economies while simultaneously contributing to the long-term conservation of nature, aquatic environments, and fish stocks.
Social Responsibility and Inclusion
At Outside Travels, we believe that all people have equal worth.
We only collaborate with suppliers who offer good working conditions and take responsibility for their teams.
We support local projects that contribute to education, security, and development in the regions where we organize fishing trips.
When you travel with us, you should feel welcome regardless of your experience, background, or skill level in fishing.
We choose partners who actively work to protect their waters and natural areas, from rivers and lakes to tropical atolls and marine reserves.
All fishing and nature experiences should be conducted with respect for the fish, nature, and local culture.
Transparency and Development
We want our customers to know how we work.
Therefore, we openly communicate about our sustainability efforts and continuously develop them.
We follow up on our collaborations to ensure they align with our values and the UN's Sustainable Development Goals.
We continuously work to improve our routines so that future fishing trips can be conducted with even greater consideration for nature and the environment.
Outside Travels' Sustainability Principles
Our fishing trips are based on some fundamental principles:
We collaborate with local guides and businesses that contribute to their communities.
We choose destinations where nature, aquatic environments, and fish stocks are managed long-term.
We plan our trips to reduce unnecessary environmental impact.
We encourage responsible sport fishing and respect for nature.
We continuously work to improve our sustainability efforts.
Frequently asked questions about sustainable fishing trips
What is meant by sustainable fishing trips?
What is meant by sustainable fishing trips?
What is meant by sustainable fishing trips?
Sustainable fishing trips mean that trips are planned and carried out with consideration for nature, climate, and local communities. This involves protecting aquatic environments, respecting fish stocks, and collaborating with local guides and businesses that work long-term with nature conservation and responsible tourism.
How does Outside Travels work with sustainable tourism?
How does Outside Travels work with sustainable tourism?
At Outside Travels, we actively work with sustainability by choosing partners who share our view on responsibility. We collaborate with local guides, lodges, and companies that contribute to the local economy while also working to protect nature and aquatic environments.
Responsible Sport Fishing
Why is sustainable sport fishing important?
Why is sustainable sport fishing important?
Sustainable sport fishing is crucial for preserving fish stocks and aquatic environments for the future. Through responsible fishing, respect for nature, and collaboration with local stakeholders, sport fishing can contribute to nature conservation and the long-term development of fishing destinations.
Can fishing tourism contribute to nature conservation?
Can fishing tourism contribute to nature conservation?
Yes. Responsible fishing tourism can contribute to protecting nature and aquatic environments by creating economic incentives for ecosystem preservation. When local communities benefit from protecting their waters, their motivation to conserve fish stocks and natural environments also increases.
How can I travel more sustainably as an angler?
How can I travel more sustainably as an angler?
As a traveler, you can contribute by following local fishing regulations, respecting nature, and choosing operators who actively work with sustainability. Traveling with local guides and
Why are local fishing guides important for sustainable fishing trips?
Why are local fishing guides important for sustainable fishing trips?
Local fishing guides have in-depth knowledge of their waters, fish stocks, and local regulations. By fishing with local guides, travelers gain a better experience while fishing is carried out in a responsible manner that respects nature and the local community.
What is catch and release and why is it used?
What is catch and release and why is it used?
Catch and release means returning the fish to the water after it has been caught. The method is used to protect fish stocks and contribute to long-term sustainable sport fishing. By handling the fish carefully and releasing it quickly, fishing can continue without negatively impacting stocks.
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Outside Travels is a Travelife Partner and actively works with sustainable tourism. This certification means that we meet a large number of criteria in environmental, social responsibility, and sustainability efforts in our operations and in collaboration with our partners. Our work is continuously monitored through independent audits to ensure that our fishing trips develop in a responsible and sustainable manner.
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Outside Travels has been awarded the Travelife Sustainability Award. The certification means that we meet international criteria for sustainable tourism and actively work with environmental issues, local communities, and responsible collaborations.
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100% climate-compensated fishing trips
When you book a trip with Outside Travels, it is always 100% climate-compensated. An independent company calculates the CO2 emissions from the trip, and an equivalent amount is invested in projects that reduce or capture carbon dioxide, such as solar energy and water projects. -
At Outside Travels, we align ourselves with several of the UN's Sustainable Development Goals. Through our fishing trips, we aim to contribute to more sustainable tourism where nature, people, and local communities are respected and strengthened.
Our collaborations with local guides, lodges, and businesses contribute to employment and economic development in regions where fishing tourism is an important part of society. At the same time, we actively work to protect aquatic environments, fish stocks, and natural ecosystems.
Through carbon offsetting, responsible collaborations, and a long-term focus on nature conservation, we aim to contribute to several of the global goals, including sustainable consumption, conservation of oceans and aquatic environments, and partnerships for sustainable development.
Therefore, when you travel with Outside Travels, you are also contributing to a more sustainable future for sport fishing and nature tourism.
