An adventure that means something
There’s more than one way to see the world. Rickshaw Travel is the expert in creating authentic and meaningful travel experiences that give something back to the communities it visits
We humans are a lucky bunch really. Not only do we live on a planet that’s bursting with beauty, grace and variety, we do so in a time when we’re blessed with the ability to hop on a plane, get out there and see it for ourselves. That freedom comes with incredible benefits, but it also demands responsibility.
You see, there’s more than one way to travel. In recent years more people than ever are making the effort to make ethical travel decisions. Responsible, meaningful travel needs to be sought out, but when it’s done properly it has the capacity to enrich the communities it touches just as much as those who are travelling.
That’s where Rickshaw Travel comes in. For almost a decade, the meaningful travel specialist has been forging a reputation for crafting unique and responsible travel experiences. The team is made up of experts with direct connections to countries around the world. That helps them design itineraries that immerse you directly in the local culture, and have a meaningful, positive impact on the communities they visit. Most importantly, Rickshaw Travel strives to ensure every trip is sustainable, responsible, authentic and fun.
A meaningful year
The last 12 months saw a lot of changes for Rickshaw Travel. In March of 2016, it took the decision to stop offering elephant riding experiences in Thailand. It’s a practice that’s hugely popular with tourists, but one that’s shot through with ethical problems. Instead, the team channelled their energy into collaborating with World Animal Protection to develop a cohesive Animal Welfare Policy to apply to their travel experiences around the world.
Rickshaw Travel also teamed up with the Tourism Authority of Thailand. The two are working together to ensure all of Rickshaw Travel’s trips to the unspoilt South East Asian nation are designed to be authentic, sustainable, and to actively support local communities. Read about two of its bite-size adventures here, and talk to one of Rickshaw Travel’s experts today to see how you can combine them into your own unique itinerary.