Sustainable and Responsible Trips in Indonesia

SUSTAINABLE MISSION STATEMENT

At Sulawesi Adventures, our mission is to support a sustainable society and responsible tourism by guiding all stakeholders—travellers, partners, and local communities—towards greater sustainability awareness. We are committed to creating authentic travel experiences in Indonesia that minimize negative impacts on the natural environment, celebrate cultural heritage, and empower local communities. We believe that tourism should be a force for good—one that enriches the traveller while preserving the people, ecosystems, and traditions that make Indonesia truly unique.

OUR COMMITMENTS

Environmental Responsibility

• We prioritize eco-friendly accommodations, transport, and partners.
• We reuse and recycle waste, minimize single-use plastics and promote the use of reusable water bottles and refill stations.
• We reduce paper consumption. To do so, we commit to adopt a sustainable printing policy, to optimize daily printing efficiency and to use sustainable /recycled office paper.
• We gradually replace equipment by environmentally sound technologies and practices. For example, when buying new printers, we will give preference to more energy and resources efficient ones.
• We measure and monitor energy consumption and water use in all our operations, with the aim of reducing usage.
• We support conservation initiatives such as marine protection, reforestation, and wildlife preservation. Through our partnership with Tree-Nation, we plant trees and monitor our CO₂ compensation as part of our goal to become a carbon-neutral company.
• We offset carbon emissions through local environmental programs whenever possible.
• We do not promote souvenirs which contain threatened flora and fauna species.
• We maintain a strong ethical stance on wildlife:
• We do not offer experiences involving touching or feeding wild animals, nor visits involving captive animals, marine mammals, animal shows, or any form of animal cruelty.
• All experiences involving wildlife in regions such as Sumatra, Borneo, and Komodo are carefully managed. We ensure that animals and their habitats are respected, and interactions are based on non-intrusive, observational practices only.

Community Empowerment & Cultural Integrity

• We prioritize working with locally owned businesses, guides, and artisans to ensure tourism benefits Indonesian communities directly.
• We support fair wages, safe working conditions, and offer training for both office and field staff, encouraging professional development.
• We design experiences that foster respectful and meaningful connections with indigenous and rural communities.
• We promote authentic, ethical, and educational cultural interactions while actively protecting Indonesia’s tangible and intangible heritage.

Education for Travelers

• We educate travellers about responsible behaviours—such as avoiding illegal souvenirs, reef-safe practices, respecting local customs, and reducing plastic use.
• We encourage travellers to support local services, respect wildlife, and protect cultural integrity.
• Each traveller receives clear sustainability guidelines, emergency contacts, and our Code of Conduct.
• Our goal is to raise awareness that responsible tourism begins with responsible travellers.

Our Employees

Our team is our most valuable asset. We comply with Indonesian labour laws and ensure:

• Fair wages that meet the needs of our employees and their families.
• A safe, inclusive, and respectful work environment.
• Zero tolerance for discrimination, forced labour, or modern slavery.
• Ongoing training opportunities to enhance skills and sustainability awareness.

Child Protection

• We uphold strong child protection standards and strictly prohibit child labour and exploitation in any form.
• We refuse to engage in or promote school or orphanage visits.
• We actively train our team and inform travellers to ensure children are respected and protected throughout all interactions.

Responsible Customer Engagement

• We offer immersive, transformative experiences that celebrate and conserve Indonesia’s unique heritage and biodiversity.
• Our itineraries are designed to avoid mass tourism, promoting slow travel and deep cultural exchange.
• We keep travellers informed about sustainability challenges and best practices in the destinations they visit.

Our Suppliers and Local Partners

We prioritize working with partners who align with our sustainability values. Our criteria include:

• Preference for accommodation and services with recognized sustainability certifications or proven eco-efforts.
• A commitment to human rights, child protection, and wildlife conservation.
• Local ownership and the use of local goods and staff whenever possible.
• Distribution of our Code of Conduct and Excursions Dos and Don’ts to ensure consistent values across all tours.

Monitoring and Continuous Improvement

• We regularly evaluate our impact and seek innovative ways to reduce our environmental footprint.
• We remain open to feedback and collaborate with stakeholders to strengthen our sustainability strategy.
• Our guides and tour leaders are encouraged to model and promote responsible behaviour, receiving ongoing training to lead by example.

Transparency & Contact

Our operations are guided by respect for local traditions, laws, and customs. If you have questions, suggestions, or would like to learn more about our responsible tourism practices, please contact us at: sales@sulawesiadventures.com