SUSTAINABLE TOURISM

OUR COMMITMENT TO SUSTAINABLE TRAVEL

Journey Mexico is committed to low impact, environmentally, and socially sensitive travel that prioritizes community participation. Our experience has shown that supporting local businesses that protect pristine natural areas helps to ensure their sustainable future. We have never been more aware of the need for conscious living and this extends to all aspects of our lives.

We actively work with local communities and non-profit organizations with missions based in conservation and sustainable development to make good on the promise of ecotourism as a catalyst for sustainable development; we invite you to learn more about our efforts to protect the pristine coasts, mountains, canyons, and jungles of Mexico.

ENVIROMENTAL PROTECTION & WILDLIFE CONSERVATION

Journey Mexico regularly collaborates with the finest local conservation and sustainable development partners to operate memorable, educational, and sustainable travel experiences in Mexico that protect and gather information about the state of the local environment.

Axolotls and Chinampas in Xochimilco: Nature & Conservation Experience

Destination:	Mexico City
Hours:	6

Discover the mysteries of the ancient Aztec city of Mexico-Tenochtitlan with this early morning nature experience in the back channels… read more »

Private Whale Shark Researcher for a day and beach lunch

Destination:	Baja California
Hours:	6

Whale sharks are the true “gentle giants” of the oceans. The largest fish on the planet, these gentle beasts return yearly to the coast … read more »

SIERRA DE LA LAGUNA BIOSPHERE RESERVE

Destination:	Baja California
Hours:	6

Journey Mexico supports local organizations like RED that has developed a curriculum to instill local youth with a practical understanding… read more »

SEA TURTLES RESEARCH CAMP IN BAJA CALIFORNIA

Destination:	Baja California
Hours:	6

Visit an eco-camp in Bahia Magdalena for a hands-on experience in the Sea Turtles monitoring conservation program, exploring… read more »

VOLUNTEERING & SOCIAL IMPACT

We actively work with local communities and non-profit organizations with missions based in sustainability and memorable philanthropic and educational travel experiences that allow participants to appreciate the uniqueness and dignity of each person they meet, while supporting the efforts of empowering local communities.

SUSTAINABLE CULINARY & AGRICULTURAL EXPERIENCE AT MILPA ALTA

Destination:	Mexico
Hours:	9

Explore the Milpa Alta community’s sustainable farming legacy and local culinary heritage… read more »

GRANADA COMUNITY: MAYAN HORTICULTURE & TRADITIONAL GASTRONOMY

Destination:	Yuctan Peninsula
Hours:	4-5 hours + transportation

On this full day experience, you´ll learn firsthand about the horticultural practices of present-day Mayan communities… read more »

YAXUNAH COMMUNITY: MAYAN HORTICULTURE & TRADITIONAL GASTRONOMY WITH COOKING SESSION

Destination:	Yuctan Peninsula
Hours:	4-5 hours + transportation

This meaningful cultural exchange takes place in Yaxunah, a Yucatecan Mayan village to the southeast of Mérida… read more »

CONSERVATION PROJECT & LA PAZ WALKING EXPERIENCE

Destination:	Baja California
Hours:	6-8

This is an exclusive experience by Journey Mexico that includes hands-on participation in one of two conservation projects… read more »

RANCHO CACACHILAS: PRIVATE CHEESE WORKSHOP

Destination:	Baja California
Hours:	6-8

Learn about the process behind award-winning cheeses with this hands-on workshop at a mountain ranch…. read more »

HAMMOCKS ARTISAN’S HOME WORKSHOP IN TIXKOKOB

Destination:	Yucatan
Hours:	6

One of the most valued handcrafts made by the indigenous communities in the Yucatan Peninsula is the hammock—they represent the income … read more »

HIKING THE SIERRA NORTE MOUNTAINS

Destination:	Oaxaca
Hours:	6

Hike through the gorgeous landscapes of Oaxaca’s Sierra Norte mountains, visiting remote villages and learning about the traditional… read more »

CONSERVATION GROUPS WE SUPPORT

Journey Mexico is an active member of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council and sits on the Board of Advisors of the Oceanic Society, where it is our mission to conserve marine wildlife and habitats by deepening the connections between people and nature.

We are also an active member of the World Travel & Tourism Council’s Illegal Wildlife Trade Working Group. This pioneering group helps to combat illegal wildlife trade and encourages responsible wildlife-based tourism by raising awareness among customers, staff, and professional trade networks.

We also support Dr Wallace J Nichols as one of his “Blue Angels” and invite you to do the same at www.wallacejnichols.org. J’s innovative approach to ocean conservation has been covered in Time magazine, Outside Magazine, National Geographic, and more.