The Original Green Company
OUR RESPONSIBILITY TO PEOPLE, PLANET AND WILDLIFE
The Green Seat In line with company values and commitment to creating shared value in the communities within which we operate, Green Seat was implemented to consolidate our product offered to our clients in care of our Planet, People and Wildlife footprint. Our guests have the opportunity to contribute towards Green Seat. Caring for the environment to ensure that future generations are able to travel with us and have the same experience we offer now, is part of the essence of Drifters and remains a focus point for everyone on the team. Part of the Drifters experience involves visiting sensitive natural ecosystems and developing countries with limited waste management. Our guides are trained to offer a life-changing experience that is carefully controlled and has ZERO negative impact on the environment. We have been operating in these areas for over 40 years, and the fact that we can continue to do so is in itself testament to our commitment to zero impact on these areas. Since inception we have invested in the environment by rehabilitating natural habitats in areas including Drakensberg, Namibia, Botswana and the Greater Kruger National Park. Once on the verge of destruction, these sensitive ecosystems are now balanced and thriving with indigenous plant and animal species. We have contributed to local communities that now benefit from tourism’s proceeds. We only employ local guides from southern Africa for our scheduled group tours, as well as local people to fulfil services along our tour routes. Our team has the opportunity to improve and advance their skills through a dedicated study support program.
People: We value the essence of humanity in everything we do and aim to improve people’s lives.
Planet: We are committed to treading lightly on this earth in our everyday actions, and contributing to the rehabilitation of sensitive natural habitats.
Wildlife: What would we be as an industry without our natural resources, including our wildlife.
Our Green Seat Beneficiaries SOUTH AFRICA • Trees for Tourism • Endangered Wildlife Trust (EWT) • African Home Creative (Green Seat souvenir crafters) NAMIBIA • Bishop Kameeta Kindergarten • Tourism Supporting Conservation (TOSCO) • Otjimboyo Conservancy
EAST AFRICA • Tumshangilieni Mtoto Children’s Home and School
BOTSWANA • Travel For Impact • Wild Entrust Africa • Shelter Botswana
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