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Making a trip fun whilst supporting the community & environment.
Karl & Alicia
Byron Bay is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful coastal towns in Australia. With an abundance of white sand beaches, surf, picturesque hinterland and a thriving foodie culture, it’s always been a hotspot for holiday makers. However, with global travel back on the rise, this sacred Bundjalung land is feeling some extra pressure.
The large influx of extra humans visiting the region means this sanctuary for the soul is feeling the impact of its own popularity. More crowds, more waste - with a feeling that more could be taken away from local communities and the environment than given back.
So how can we travel to places like Byron Bay and think about leaving behind more positive footprints? Giving something back in return for the amazing experiences provided to those that visit?
Here are 5 great ideas...
Planting trees is a fun way to get back to nature with friends, loved ones or even plant solo. Reforest Now hold public planting events in northern NSW throughout the year, planting between 1500-5000 trees to help restore critically endangered rainforest in the area.
These events are a great way to get help regenerate the environment as well as explore the beautiful hinterland around Byron Bay.
It’s never been more important for visitors to Byron Bay to better understand the ancient Bundjalung land they walk on and connect to its ancient culture and people.
A great way to do this is to go on a Bush Tucker Tour guided by Delta Kay at Explore Byron Bay, a local Bundjalung woman who is passionate about sharing Aboriginal culture. You’ll learn about her ancestors before colonisation, how they cared for the land, natural medicines as well as enjoying some bush tucker.
Fun for everyone and as well as a great way to educate kids about the importance of understanding and connecting to Country.
In a world where mass agriculture and excessive food production is increasing environmental harm and waste, we need to become more mindful of our food choices and their sources.
So if you’re looking for an unforgettable dining experience that helps regenerate the local environment with every mouthful, head to Frida’s Field. Just 10 mins from Bangalow, the 120 acre regenerative farm and restaurant uses farming practices that actively reverse environmental degradation while producing food that is more natural, flavourful and nutritious.
A quintessential Byron Bay Hinterland experience that your taste buds won't forget.
Just like us humans, animals deserve an environment where they can live peacefully, grow and flourish. If you love getting up close to our furry or feathered friends of all shapes and sizes, then this is the place for you.
Established in late 2017, The Owl and The Pussycat is a family run 130 acre farm and animal sanctuary just north of Byron Bay. It’s a safe haven for all sorts of rescued farm animals, allowing them to rehabilitate with love and compassion and the best possible care. They’re also 100% volunteer run so every single dollar raised goes directly to the rescue animals.
Booking a guided tour of the farm is guaranteed to put a smile on every face, as well as help the animals live out their days in peace and kindness.
There is a substantial amount of food from restaurants and households that unfortunately, ends up going to waste. While there are people in our communities that need food desperately.
Liberation Larder are helping put a stop to that, rescuing good food that would otherwise end up as waste in landfill. Their hardworking volunteers produce over 600 freshly cooked meals and food boxes every week, making sure this food reaches people that need it most.
So when in Byron Bay on your next trip, you can help support their cause by dropping off any holiday meal leftovers or grocery items at their kitchen. Whether it’s a few eggs, milk, pasta, rice, veges or fruit, all donations will make a difference.
Home swapping is a better way to travel. Not only does it take away the need to pay for travel accommodation, it opens the door to more meaningful, community driven travel experiences. In beautiful pockets of the world that hotels will never reach.
It is better for the environment compared to hotels - less energy consumed, less waste produced, less money given to big corporations.
There is also less "tourist overload" on smaller communities, as home swapping with locals simply moves them to your area while you visit theirs.
Best of all, some of the money you save from home swapping can be redirected into the communities you visit, supporting local business as well as environmental initiatives.
For a limited time, you can test drive home swapping with Swapsy, for free. To get started and experience a better way to travel, click here.
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We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we live, travel, and stay. We recognise the enduring connection of Indigenous Peoples to their lands, waters, and cultures around the world. We honour their wisdom, their history, and their deep care for Country, and we pay our respects to Elders past and present.
