Travel has an impact on the planet – there’s no avoiding that fact. We’re committed to improving the way we operate to reduce our environmental impact. Our Climate Action Plan keeps us accountable – we’re currently working to cut our emissions by 50% by 2030. By acting now, we want to protect the places we explore, for today’s travellers and the generations to come.

Travel is richer when it’s rooted in human connection. The people, cultures, and stories we encounter are what makes our trips meaningful. We’re committed to working respectfully with local communities: listening and learning from their traditions and wisdom. We aim for tourism to create positive, lasting benefits for locals, from economic opportunities to cultural preservation.

From picturesque landscapes to diverse wildlife, clean rivers to crisp mountain air, biodiversity is central to every Explore journey. We’re committed to protecting the ecosystems that make each destination unique, not just for our travellers, but for the health of the planet as a whole. Read more about how we work to safeguard nature and explore the world responsibly.

At Explore, operating responsibly and ethically isn’t just a box to tick, it’s part of who we are. Read our policies that guide us, from our Animal Protection Policy to our Climate Action Plan.

As a purpose-led business, we want to held accountable for People and Planet goals too. We're delighted to share our latest Purpose Paper, which charts our successes in these, and also our areas for more focus.

We donate £2.50 to the Explore Foundation for every customer who travels with us.

We fund carbon removal technology with our partners Klimate, donating between £8 and £23 for each traveller.

We’re helping to protect and regenerate nature with a donation of £3 to Rewilding Britain for every customer.

We support Cool Earth with a £2 donation every time a customer travels with us.