“Ecotourism is ecologically sustainable tourism with a primary focus on experiencing natural areas that fosters environmental and cultural understanding, appreciation and conservation.”
Ecotourism Australia

Charter Yachts Australia was the first bareboat company in Australia to be awarded the Eco Certified Tourism accreditation in 2007. This ensures that you are guaranteed to experience a genuine and authentic sailing adventure with a local company that truly focuses on looking after the environment. The ECO Certification program assures you that certified products are backed by a commitment to sustainable practices and provide high quality nature-based tourism experiences.

ECO Certified Ecotourism

Eco Tourism Green Travel Leaders

Charter Yachts Australia takes pride in being an Ecotourism operator who always promotes sustainable travel that ultimately benefits local communities, culture, and heritage and minimise impacts on the environment. Our eco model is not driven by economic gains but focuses on educating our guests on travelling green.

Many tourists are looking to travel to pristine and aesthetically pleasing locations to experience something new and beautiful. Unfortunately, it is usually these environments that are the most fragile and susceptible to outside influences/impacts. To ensure our amazing region is preserved for the future, travellers must do their part in their protection.

We provide fantastic holiday experiences while being part of a niche industry that restricts mass tourism in sensitive environments ensures that the natural regeneration rate of the environmental asset is not compromised and ensures the longevity of the local resource… the pristine Whitsunday Islands.

Eco Tourism Australia

Why Choose Eco Tourism?

By opting for an ecotourism experience/holiday over a conventional tourism package you are making a conscious decision to reduce your impact. This can be personally rewarding and travellers who choose ecotourism are responsible consumers.

Ecotourists are seeking to minimise the carbon footprint of their travel, traveling with climate in mind by planning wisely and choosing consciously. They also seek to experience authentic and educational tours that give them the opportunity to give back to the communities they visit. If you are a conscious traveller who shares these values then become an ecotourist today! By booking an ecotour or staying in a ecolodge you will be surrounded by likeminded people, have access to well managed and pristine environments and experience a truly unique experience/holiday.