OUR COMMITMENTS TO SUSTAINABLE TOURISM IN LAPLAND

At Nordic Odyssey, we are dedicated to preserving the Arctic environment and promoting responsible travel through sustainable daily practices. From minimizing waste to using renewable energy and respecting nature, our operations embody a strong commitment to eco-friendly tourism. Below is an overview of the key environmental practices and achievements we actively follow to ensure our tours protect the wilderness and support local communities. You may also find our current projects and initiatives in progress to further enhance our positive impact on Lapland’s environment & tourism! 

PRESERVING OUR ENVIRONMENT

Nature Conservation & Tour Practices

✔ Offer eco-friendly tours: biking, hiking, canoeing, snowshoeing, ski trekking, & more
✔ Limit groups to 8 guests maximum to reduce environmental impact and avoid mass tourism
✔ Stick to marked trails and designated fireplaces to protect natural habitats
✔ Follow a strict leave-no-trace policy

Energy & Resource Efficiency

✔ Use mostly renewable energy sources
✔ Conserve water, electricity, and heating across operations
✔ Use energy-efficient, eco-friendly cleaning products

Sustainable Transportation

✔Promote & develop e-biking tours
✔Use renewable diesel to reduce vehicle emissions
✔ Minimize travel-related emissions and support low-impact transport choices such as train

Waste Reduction & Office Practices

✔ Choose durable equipment to reduce waste
✔ Offer reusable & high-quality equipment for rent to independent travellers
✔ Use our own reusable ecocups with designs related to local folklores
✔ Reduce plastic use wherever possible
⌛Reduce food waste as much as possible on tours