FAQ Categories: Sustainable Travel with Brack Tours

At Brack Tours, sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. From the suppliers we work with and the itineraries we create to the way we operate our tours across Ireland, Northern Ireland and Scotland, we are committed to reducing our environmental impact while supporting local communities and businesses.

Learn more: Our Sustainability Policy

There are many simple ways to make a positive difference during your holiday, including:

• Bringing a reusable water bottle
• Shopping with local businesses
• Following marked walking trails
• Respecting wildlife
• Reducing food waste
• Conserving energy in your accommodation

Small actions by every traveller help protect the destinations we all enjoy.

Ireland and the UK have excellent drinking water, making it easy to refill your bottle throughout your journey.

Using a reusable bottle helps reduce single-use plastic waste and protects the beautiful landscapes you’ll be exploring.

Yes. Tap water throughout Ireland and the United Kingdom is safe to drink, meaning you can refill your reusable bottle rather than purchasing bottled water.

Shopping locally and eating at independent restaurants helps support local families, communities and regional economies.

Whenever possible, Brack Tours works with locally owned accommodation providers, attractions, restaurants and suppliers to ensure tourism benefits the communities we visit.

Sticking to designated paths helps prevent erosion, protects fragile habitats and reduces disturbance to wildlife.

Whether you’re exploring national parks, coastal walks or historic sites, remaining on marked trails helps preserve these places for future generations.

We ask guests not to remove natural items such as rocks, sand, peat or other materials.

Leaving nature untouched helps protect wildlife habitats and preserves these special places for everyone to enjoy. Some natural products may also be restricted when travelling internationally.

Simple actions can make a significant difference, including:

• Turning off lights when leaving your room
• Switching off heating or air conditioning when not needed
• Reusing towels during multi-night stays

These small choices help reduce energy and water consumption.

Feeding wildlife can alter natural behaviours and make animals dependent on human food sources. We encourage guests to observe wildlife from a respectful distance and allow animals to remain wild.

Only order what you know you’ll enjoy and, where possible, make use of leftovers.

Reducing food waste helps minimise the environmental impact of tourism while supporting more sustainable food practices.

Yes.

Brack Tours does not support the purchase or trade of products made from threatened plants or animals. We encourage responsible shopping that helps protect wildlife and biodiversity.

Where possible, choose environmentally friendly toiletries such as biodegradable soaps, shampoos and insect repellents.

These products help minimise pollution and protect local ecosystems.

Many of the places we visit have deep cultural, historical or religious significance.

We encourage guests to:

• Dress appropriately where required
• Follow local customs
• Use respectful language
• Listen to guidance from your Tour Director or local guides

Respecting local traditions enhances your experience while supporting responsible tourism.

It means enjoying the destination responsibly without leaving behind litter, damaging habitats or removing natural items.

By leaving every place as you found it, you help preserve Ireland, Northern Ireland and Scotland for future visitors and local communities.

Sustainability is considered throughout the planning of every Brack Tours itinerary. We aim to:

• Work with responsible local suppliers
• Support local economies
• Encourage environmentally responsible travel
• Protect natural landscapes and wildlife
• Promote cultural respect and heritage preservation

Our goal is to create memorable holidays that also benefit the places and people we visit.