Australian Women’s Weekly NZ

TRAVEL NEWS

From eco-lodges and rare wildlife to sustainabl­e ways of getting around – how to find the perfect green vacation.

- Edited by OLIVIA GRAVES from World Journeys

Go biking! Aside from the scenic experience, you’ll reduce your carbon footprint and save money on transporta­tion.

Ecuador

Delve into a world of incredible flora and fauna at Ecuador’s renowned Sacha Lodge. Remote and unspoiled, this eco-gem has protected the magic of the Ecuadorian Amazon for more than 20 years. Its all-inclusive jungle lodge is the perfect base to explore ‘the lungs of the planet’. Paddle through creeks in search of giant otters, walk above the rainforest canopy and spot rainbow-coloured toucans.

PERU

Tucked away in Peru’s cloud forest, Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo is an intimate Andean

village dotted with terraced hills, waterfalls, stone pathways and whitewashe­d adobe

casitas. If you’re on your way to the ancient citadel of Machu Picchu, staying at this luxury

hideaway is a must. Pioneered by a Peruvian ecotourism group, this sanctuary has been at the forefront of scientific and conservati­on efforts

since the mid-70s.

Indonesia

If you want green, you’ll be spoiled for choice at Bawah Reserve. Throw away your shoes and envelop yourself in a mass of tropical palm trees surrounded by blue lagoons, coral reefs and abundant marine life. Every detail of your stay is taken care of, from your spectacula­r seaplane journey, to kayaking, snorkellin­g, forest treks and picnics on the beach. Bawah’s vision is to protect and enhance its environmen­t, so you can enjoy it all guilt-free.

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