3 Eco-Friendly Companies
for Your Next Aurora Borealis Trip

When it comes to travel, an aurora borealis trip is on many people’s bucket lists, as it is one of the most spectacular natural phenomena you can ever experience. You can admire the Northern lights in several places worldwide, including Iceland, northern parts of Sweden, Finland, Norway, Russia, Canada, and Alaska, as well as southern Greenland. 

There are many companies offering aurora tours. Each provides specific itineraries and experiences, and few aurora companies specialize in eco-tours. Seeing the Northern Lights is already a sustainable activity, but it can be even more when choosing a sustainable eco-tour company for your exploration. We have selected three organizations that may fit your plan for your next aurora borealis trip. Keep reading if you want to learn more about them!

WHAT MAKES AN AURORA COMPANY SUSTAINABLE AND ECO-FRIENDLY

Before going into detail about the companies, let’s first explain what to look for when choosing an eco-tour. Nowadays, these terms are often used as marketing tools to attract environmentally conscious customers. Still, that doesn’t necessarily reflect in practical and tangible actions. For this reason, it is essential not to stop at the labels and do some research.

These are some of the things to consider when choosing among a variety of aurora tours:

• When possible, select a local aurora company in the country or region you are visiting.

• Look for clear information on their website that explains what makes their tours sustainable and eco-friendly. Having a sustainable policy and taking concrete actions are crucial.

• Make sure they use local resources (local guides, businesses, services, food, etc.)

• It is a huge plus if they have sustainability certificates. 

The companies listed below follow these principles and can be a good choice for your next aurora borealis trip!

3 ECO-FRIENDLY COMPANIES FOR YOUR NEXT AURORA BOREALIS TRIP

NORTH AMERICA ACTIVE

Based in Canada, North America Active organizes a Northern Lights eco escape in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, one of the best places in the world for viewing the northern lights. 

Their eco-lodge uses clean energy (solar and wind power). It has a greenhouse and garden producing fresh vegetables in season, follows strict recycling rules, and collaborates with the local community through multiple projects and partnerships.

For more information, click here.

RESPONSIBLE TRAVEL

Responsible Travel is a UK travel company committed to organizing trips that support communities and preserve nature. They manually screen all their vacations and provide information about the steps taken to make them as sustainable as possible. Their website also offers excellent sustainable tourism tips for those traveling to see the Northern Lights.

For more information, click here.

WILD ABOUT LAPLAND ARCTIC TOURS

This Finish company offers local aurora tours in Lapland, the largest and northernmost region of the country. Wild About Lapland has the Biosphere certificate for sustainable tourism, and it is also committed to the Manifesto of Responsible Tourism Enterprise for responsible behavior. Additionally, the certification allows them to participate in the Sustainable Travel Finland project that helps local tourism entities to develop sustainably.

For more information, click here.

We hope this article inspired you and provided helpful information to plan your aurora borealis trip. Many companies offer aurora tours but finding one that aligns with your values will make the experience even more fulfilling. It’s now time to get ready and chase those beautiful Northern Lights! Good luck! 

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