We are committed to sustainable tourism and preserving Scotland's beauty and culture for generations to come. We are proud to work on the following initiatives and project as part of this mission.
Give Back Day: Leadburn Community Woodland
The Highland Explorer Tours crew spent their Give Back Day at Leadburn Community Woodland, helping remove invasive rhododendrons and restore peatlands - one of our planet’s top carbon-capturing heroes. A day filled with teamwork, learning, and positive impact!
5-Star ECO Stars Operator
We're proud to have been awarded the 5-Star rating from the ECO Stars Fleet Recognition Scheme. ECO Stars is a certification that acknowledges commitment to reducing emissions and improving fleet efficiency through best practices in fuel management, driver training, vehicle maintenance, and performance monitoring. By training our driver guides in fuel-efficient driving and keeping our vehicles well-maintained, we use less fuel and cut down on emissions.
5-Star ECO Stars Operator
We're proud to have been awarded the 5-Star rating from the ECO Stars Fleet Recognition Scheme. ECO Stars is a certification that acknowledges commitment to reducing emissions and improving fleet efficiency through best practices in fuel management, driver training, vehicle maintenance, and performance monitoring. By training our driver guides in fuel-efficient driving and keeping our vehicles well-maintained, we use less fuel and cut down on emissions.
Green Tourism Business Scheme
Highland Explorer Tours are delighted to have achieved gold status in the Green Tourism Business Scheme. This scheme recognises our company's ongoing commitment towards sustainability. Find out more about Green Tourism Business.
Green Tourism Business Scheme
Highland Explorer Tours are delighted to have achieved gold status in the Green Tourism Business Scheme. This scheme recognises our company's ongoing commitment towards sustainability. Find out more about Green Tourism Business.
Trees for Life
Trees for Life are an award-winning charity working to restore the Caledonian Forest in the Highlands of Scotland. The charity has funded the protection of existing forest remnants and have so far planted over 1.5 million trees. Read more about the Trees for Life and their work.
Image: © Trees for Life
Trees for Life
Trees for Life are an award-winning charity working to restore the Caledonian Forest in the Highlands of Scotland. The charity has funded the protection of existing forest remnants and have so far planted over 1.5 million trees. Read more about the Trees for Life and their work.
Image: © Trees for Life
Environmental Charity Offering (Eco) Scheme
Together with Trees for Life, a dedicated charity working to revive the Caledonian Forest in the Scottish Highlands, we've introduced our Environmental Charity Offering (Eco) Scheme. When you book a tour with us, you have the opportunity to contribute a £2 donation. We match each £1 donated, supporting Trees for Life's mission to protect and rejuvenate the Caledonian Forest, plant trees, and preserve its unique biodiversity.
Image: © Trees For Life
Environmental Charity Offering (Eco) Scheme
Together with Trees for Life, a dedicated charity working to revive the Caledonian Forest in the Scottish Highlands, we've introduced our Environmental Charity Offering (Eco) Scheme. When you book a tour with us, you have the opportunity to contribute a £2 donation. We match each £1 donated, supporting Trees for Life's mission to protect and rejuvenate the Caledonian Forest, plant trees, and preserve its unique biodiversity.
Image: © Trees For Life
Local Festival Donation
Scotland’s festivals are full of life, celebrating the country’s spirit and history. Every year, thousands of visitors make unforgettable memories at events like Shetland’s Up Helly Aa Viking Fire Festival, proudly run by the local community and supported by local businesses.
After over ten years of bringing our Up Helly Aa tour to Shetland, we’ve loved contributing to the local economy while helping our guests connect with Shetland’s community and traditions. In 2020, we were thrilled to become festival donors, helping secure its future. We can’t wait to see Up Helly Aa continue to amaze people from around the world.
Local Festival Donation
Scotland’s festivals are full of life, celebrating the country’s spirit and history. Every year, thousands of visitors make unforgettable memories at events like Shetland’s Up Helly Aa Viking Fire Festival, proudly run by the local community and supported by local businesses.
After over ten years of bringing our Up Helly Aa tour to Shetland, we’ve loved contributing to the local economy while helping our guests connect with Shetland’s community and traditions. In 2020, we were thrilled to become festival donors, helping secure its future. We can’t wait to see Up Helly Aa continue to amaze people from around the world.
Responsible Visitor Charter
Responsible Visitor Charter