Travel With Less Plastic
Remote destinations can face particular challenges when it comes to waste collection, recycling and disposal.
In places such as the Peruvian Amazon, the Andes and rural communities, transporting and managing waste can be more complicated than in major cities.
Travelers can help by reducing the amount of disposable packaging they bring into these environments and making thoughtful choices throughout their journey.
Responsible travel does not mean eliminating every piece of plastic. It means avoiding unnecessary waste whenever practical and disposing of what remains appropriately.
Before Leaving Your Hotel
A few simple preparations can help reduce disposable waste throughout the day.
- Fill your reusable water bottle with safe drinking water.
- Avoid bringing unnecessary individually packaged items.
- Carry a reusable shopping bag for purchases.
- Choose reusable containers when practical.
- Check whether your accommodation provides safe water-refilling facilities.
Preparing before your excursions can reduce the need for disposable items along the way.
During Your Journey
Small decisions throughout the day can help limit unnecessary plastic consumption.
- Refill your bottle wherever safe drinking water is available.
- Avoid single-use plastic whenever practical.
- Choose reusable alternatives when they are convenient and hygienic.
- Carry your waste until you find appropriate disposal facilities.
- Respect local waste collection and recycling instructions.
When safe refilling options are unavailable, prioritize your health and use properly treated or bottled drinking water as necessary.
In Remote Environments
What you carry in, carry out.
Remote mountain trails, rainforest environments and protected natural areas may have limited waste collection facilities.
Never leave plastic bottles, wrappers or other rubbish along trails, rivers or campsites.
Carry a small bag for your waste and dispose of it appropriately when suitable facilities become available.
Avoid burning or burying plastic waste, as these practices can create additional environmental problems.
Support Local Initiatives
Reducing plastic waste can also involve supporting businesses and community experiences that make responsible choices possible.
When appropriate, choose local services that provide safe water-refilling options, limit unnecessary packaging or encourage reusable alternatives.
In the Sacred Valley, our Sustainable Tourism in Amaru Community – Full Day experience offers an opportunity to connect with a local community and learn about Andean traditions.
As with any excursion, travelers should confirm drinking-water arrangements and waste-disposal facilities before departure.
Small Choices, Meaningful Habits
Traveling with less plastic is not about perfection.
It is about preparing thoughtfully, choosing reusable alternatives where practical and ensuring that waste does not remain in the environments we visit.
At Peru Agency, we believe that respecting nature begins with everyday decisions.
Bring what you need. Reduce what you can. Leave no waste behind.
