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Sustainable Travel with Hayleys

Travel sustainably; leave the world as untouched as you found it…

At Hayleys Travels, we are driven by our love for our country—from sharing her awe-inspiring beauty with the world to preserving her wonders for future generations to savour. As proud stewards of this land, we keep sustainability at the heart of everything we do, crafting immersive experiences that are eco-friendly and cruelty-free, designed to leave the lightest footprints behind.

Together, let’s embrace a responsible way of exploring, where every journey supports meaningful connections while helping to preserve the delicate harmony of our home.

Our Sustainability Pledges

Eco-Friendly Tours

Every aspect of our tours and experiences is carefully examined to ensure that there is minimal environmental impact caused.

100% Cruelty-Free Experiences

We are committed to respecting all living beings and firmly avoid engaging in any activity that could cause harm or exploitation.

Local Community Support

The connections we’ve formed with local communities go far beyond our business activities; we make sure to provide continuous support that fosters long-term economic and social development.

Waste Management

We proactively reduce the amount of waste generated during our tours, implementing responsible waste disposal practices, and reusing and recycling wherever possible.

Carbon Offsetting

As an organisation, we routinely carry out programs and activities to offset the carbon emissions associated with travel.

Ethical Partnerships

We only work with ethical parties in our business activities, routinely collaborating with conservation organisations and supporting their efforts.

Group Initiatives

As part of Hayleys Group, we are proud to be able to actively contribute to far-reaching sustainability initiatives that cover the full expanse of our nation—preserving Sri Lanka’s landscapes, uplifting communities, and firmly adhering to sustainable business and manufacturing practices.

Coral Reforestation at Port City, Colombo

Form a powerful relationship with local eco-systems by supporting our coral reforestation project at Colombo’s Port City, as we build a man-made reef to breathe new life into our oceans.

Vegan Farm and Culinary Exploration

The establishment of our vegan farm allows our eco-conscious, vegan travellers to explore and enjoy the best of Sri Lanka cuisine with delicious, locally produced meals.

Supporting communities affected by the Elephant-Human conflict

Through specifically targeted programs, we support local villagers impacted by the Elephant-Human conflict in rural areas, working towards harmonious coexistence.

Empowering rural villages in the Cultural Triangle

In the heart of Sri Lanka’s Cultural Triangle, we provide support to local communities to encourage educational and economic development and foster social sustainability.

Empowering women in Kandy’s rural village

We support rural villages in Kandy by empowering the women with income-generating resources and opportunities to encourage their independence and the well-being of their families.

Assisting the natural regeneration of Mangroves

Through our involvement in ‘Advantis Blue C’ – the blue carbon initiative of the Advantis Group—we are part of the pioneering project to restore Sri Lanka’s mangroves and coastal ecosystems

CERTIFICATIONS

We are proud to be accredited with a range of sustainability certifications that reflect our unwavering commitment to responsible tourism.