Sustainable "Green" Travel

"Green" Guardians” -- InnerSea Discoveries understands that Alaskan ecosystems are fragile, yet important, environments.  With profound respect and admiration, we gain a renewed spirit about how amazing nature and its wild inhabitants can be on every journey.

By sharing the frailties and vulnerabilities of our environment and what jeopardizes critical natural treasures, such as glaciers, rainforests and shorelines, and in turn, whales and other wildlife, we hope to inspire a new way to view our world.  We believe that a greater understanding and appreciation for the environmental balance, flora and fauna are critical in understanding the impact we have and the importance of becoming “green travel guardians.”   Our experienced and expertly-trained onboard Expedition Leaders/Naturalists, as well as Captains and other crewmembers, are happy to share their expertise on wildlife, nature, geology and marine biology throughout the journey.

InnerSea Discoveries Sustainable "Green" Travel measures and policies include:

• Providing reusable water bottles
• Supplying eco-friendly toiletries/amenities
• Employing disposal procedures for black water, waste and garbage that go beyond the minimum regulatory requirements
• Flexible scheduling to minimize noise disturbances for whales and other wildlife
• Enforcing the "Marine Mammal Viewing Code of Conduct" as published by NMFS (National Marine Fisheries Service)
• Utilizing the latest navigational technologies, including radar, GPS, forward-seeking sonar and portable range finders, to maintain our stellar record of environmental safety
• Supporting the local economy by visiting towns with populations not much greater than the capacity of our yachts and, when possible, buying ship supplies that are locally produced
• Granting guests education and access to local associations, foundations, wilderness funds and causes
• Using a paperless communication, marketing and booking system in the InnerSea Discoveries offices

One of the key components of our company's mission statement is to aggressively participate in environmental protection through education, actions and initiatives that promote sustainable travel.

We are also proud members of Sustainable Travel International which focuses on promoting responsible sustainable "Green" Travel and ecotourism, supporting sustainable development, and helping travelers and travel providers protect the cultures and environments they visit. To learn more about this organization, please click on their logo.