Being a trusted destination management company (DMC) means the world to us. Over 30 years, we are devoted to keeping our travel business responsible. We commit to:
- Comply with all relevant legislation and embed the sustainable tourism principles into our core business
- Use our business position to drive sustainability within our destinations;
Preserve our environment and continually improve our environmental performance - Optimize our social impact to enhance local livelihoods;
Provide information, training, and support to our staff and external partners, to engage them towards sustainability - Provide sustainable information about our products to encourage our clients to opt for sustainable travel options
Khiri Travel Corporate Sustainability Policy
Khiri Travel’s Third-Party Certifications
Travelife is a training, management and certification initiative for tourism companies committed to reaching greater sustainability. The Travelife system aims to help DMCs, tour operators and travel agencies manage and improve social, environmental and economic impacts (the triple-bottom line) by complying with over 200 sustainability criteria.
In January 2020, Khiri Travel became the very first DMC to be Travelife certified in all destinations.
At Khiri Travel we understand that we are only as sustainable as our supply chain. We have developed guidelines and practices, in which we:
- Only select those who are compliant with local regulations
- Give high priority to locally established business and/or local people
- Have zero tolerance on child labor (under 14 years old), children exploitation and/or abuse
- Avoid working with those who disrupt the provision of basic services for local communities and/or generate negative effects on local environment
- Give high priority to those who demonstrate commitment toward responsible and sustainable travel
- Prefer those who agree to sign contracts in which sustainability clauses are included
We commit to support our service providers toward greater sustainability by providing training sessions, materials and knowledge when possible.
Khiri Travel Sustainable Supply Chain Policy
Khiri Travel is dedicated to reducing its environmental impact through responsible resource usage:
• Energy: We use energy-efficient equipment and encourage staff to optimize electricity use.
• Water: We use water-efficient sanitary ware, perform regular maintenance, and raise staff awareness on water conservation.
• Paper: We prioritize digital documents and recycle paper through shredding companies when necessary.
• Single-Use Items: We sort and donate items for reuse or conversion into energy through related organizations.
We track and analyze resource usage (electricity, water, paper) monthly and focus on the “reduce-reuse-recycle” principle for waste management. Additionally, staff education and participation are key to fostering sustainability.
Khiri Travel Sustainable and Responsible Resource Usage Policy
We sponsor and partner with international and local organizations to tap into their areas of expertise and to ensure we’re addressing our social and environmental impacts adequately. You can see our partner logos at the bottom of the page.
Sustainability Certification
GSTC-certified
Khiri Travel is proud to be GSTC-certified, meeting the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) Standards, the world’s leading benchmark for sustainable tourism. Our certification was independently audited and awarded by Control Union, a GSTC-accredited certification body, and covers our operations in 8 countries through a multi-site certification.
This certification verifies that our operations meet industry standards and that we are committed to continuous improvement. It gives travelers peace of mind that every Khiri journey creates positive impacts by supporting local communities, protecting cultural heritage, and preserving the environment.
Travel products consist of projects supported by Khiri Reach, the charity foundation of Khiri Travel, aiming to support grassroots projects focused on community, animals, and the environment in destination countries. More information can be found at 
Travel products operate in a responsible manner with no tolerance for harmful actions toward local community members, children, animals, or the environment. Khiri Travel is committed to fostering positive interactions and preserving the well-being of all stakeholders involved while minimizing negative impacts.
