Responsible Travel Achievements & Awards

Our continued commitment to the environment

  • Berber village at dusk in the High Atlas, Morocco | <i>James Griesedieck</i>

    2023

    In response to Morocco's 6.8 magnitude earthquake in September 2023, our Morocco Earthquake Appeal raised over $20,000 for reconstruction efforts aimed at helping the High Atlas villages that had been profoundly affected.

  • Local Kilimanjaro porters | <i>Kyle Super</i>

    2022

    We became listed as Partners for Responsible Travel Programs of Kilimanjaro Porters Assistance Project, verifying our care of the porter’s well-being on Kili climbs.

  • A local family, Mongolia | <i>Cam Cope</i>

    2022

    Distributed AU$15000 to local partners in Pakistan, India, Myanmar, Mongolia and Sri Lanka to support communities affected by the pandemic.

  • Group shot in Kosciuszko National Park | <i>Zuzanna Kania</i>

    2022

    Raised AUD$60000 through our Grants 4 Ground Staff campaign to support ground crew in Nepal and Peru who were impacted by the ongoing pandemic. A large portion was raised through our Climb Kozi 4 Ground Staff challenge.

  • Lend a Hand grant distribution on Peru

    2021

    Raised AUD$42000 through our Lend a Hand campaign to distrubute hundreds of emergency food packages to our staff in Nepal, Kenya, Tanzania, India and Peru who were not earning income due to Covid.

  • Best in Adventure Travel

    2019

    Winner - Adventure Travel Wholesaler of the Year, The Travel Awards, Australia

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    2019

    Single Use Plastic (SUP) Pledge made with plans to be SUP free in our supply chain by 31 December 2030
  • Flight Centre | <i>Flight Centre</i>

    2019

    Became members of the Flight Centre Travel Group Supplier Advisory Group
  • Up close and personal with Lions on the Central Kalahari Game Reserve | <i>Ashley Hewson</i>

    2018

    Became members of the Coalition of Ethical Wildlife Tourism
  • Huilloc School Children during the Huilloc Healthy Cook Stove Project | <i>Donna Lawrence</i>

    2016

    Began the Huilloc Cook Stove Project and since then we have installed over 80 healthy cook stoves within Huilloc and surrounding communities, providing healthier homes for families

  • 2016

    Long-listed in the category of Best Innovation by a Tour Operator for the 10 Pieces Litter Collection Initiative – World Responsible Tourism Awards

    • Earthquake damage at Lura School, Solukhumbu Nepal | <i>Soren Kruse Ledet</i>

      2015

      World Expeditions Foundation raised over AU$250,000 for the Nepal Earthquake Appeal. These funds rebuilt earthquake impacted classrooms at four remote mountain community schools, assisted with immediate relief needs within a number of mountain communities and assisted with house rebuilds for a number of porters
    • Around the campfire at Charlie's Camp on the Larapinta Trail | <i>Graham Michael Freeman</i>

      2015

      Established award winning eco campsites along the Larapinta Trail, leading the way for sustainable indigenous tourism
    • Visiting orphan baby elephants in Udawalawe | <i>Houndstooth Studio by Alex Cearns</i>

      2015

      Signed the World Animal Protection Elephant Friendly Pledge
    • Students at Aberdare Ranges School, Kenya | <i>GVN Foundation Australia</i>

      2014

      World Expeditions Foundation established to provide access to quality education to marginalised students
    • Beautiful African Elephant in the heart of Chobe National Park | <i>Natalie Tambolash</i>

      2014

      Removed Elephant Riding from our program
  • Trekking the foothills in Western Nepal | <i>Lachlan Gardiner</i>

    2012

    ‘Greenest Travel Brochures’ for our 2012/13 brochure – Travel Weekly 

  • The clear night sky of the Outback is an unforgettable experience of the Larapinta Semi-permanent Camps - Photo: Brett Boardman

    2011

    Most Outstanding Travel Product Award – Australian Society of Travel Writers (ASTW)

    • Views from above Ghandruk | <i>Joe Kennedy</i>

      2011

      Assisted in the renovation and repair of the Sanjiwani Public Health Mission in Ghandruk, Nepal over seven years
    • Flying over the stunning Himalayan mountain range | <i>Erin Williams</i>

      2010

      Provide travellers the opportunity to mitigate the carbon produced by their air travel
  • Our porters in Nepal are the best equipped and happiest - Photo: Brad Atwal

    2008

    Inaugural 2008 Leadership Award – Responsible Travel and Tourism Forum (RTTF).

  • Clearing nets and marine debris from Arhnem Land Coastline - Photo: Dhimurru Land Management

    2008

    50 Tours of a Lifetime for our Arnhem Land Marine Rescue Community Project – National Geographic 

  • Arnhem Land Marine Rescue Community Project, Northern Territory. (This image may contain Aboriginal or Torres Straight Islander people who are deceased) - Photo: Steve Trudgeon

    2007

    World’s 25 Best New Adventures for our Arnhem Land Marine Rescue Community Project – National Geographic Adventure 

  • Private eco campsite at Landruk in the Annapurna region - Photo: Mark Tipple

    2006

    Highly commended for ‘Best In A Mountain Environment’ category – First Choice Responsible Tourism Awards

  • 2001

    Environmental Achievement Award for our ‘Responsible Travel Guidebook’ publication - World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF)


  • Trekkers helping to build the foundations for new classrooms in Lura village

    1995

    Community Projects - became the first Australian tour operator to develop a trip for travellers that involved them in community projects across the globe

  • Why trek? Because the world's most spectacular wilderness regions can only be reached on foot | <i>Lachlan Gardiner</i>

    1975

    Launched our inaugural trekking holidays in Nepal with a dedication to conserve natural environments and wildlife and support local communities at every level of the operation. Since our inception, we have been leaders in Thoughtful Travel, creating genuine and sustainable itineraries that minimise the impact of our presence, protect what is delicate and to leave a positive influence.