Travel with Respect, Leave a Positive Footprint
At KMS Travel, we believe every journey can be a force for good. As a guest in Chile, your presence has the power to create meaningful and lasting impact. That is why we embrace the Code of Conduct for the Responsible Tourist, promoted by SERNATUR and inspired by the World Code of Ethics for Tourism (UNWTO).
These guidelines are simple yet powerful: they encourage travelers to honor local traditions, protect nature, and support communities. By following them, your trip becomes more than just a vacation — it becomes part of a shared commitment to sustainability and cultural respect.
1. Respect Local Traditions and Communities 🤝
Chile is a land of diverse peoples and histories. From the Atacameño cultures of the desert to the Mapuche communities of the south, each region carries living traditions. Take time to listen, learn, and interact with care. Always ask before taking photographs and remember that hospitality deserves reciprocity.
2. Support the Local Economy 🛍️
Your choices matter. By enjoying local markets, dining in family-run restaurants, or choosing community-led experiences, you help sustain livelihoods and keep cultural practices alive. Every purchase is an act of solidarity.
3. Care for the Environment 🌱
Chile’s natural beauty is breathtaking — from the driest desert in the world to Patagonian glaciers. These landscapes are fragile. Stay on designated trails, avoid single-use plastics, conserve water and energy, and always leave places cleaner than you found them.
4. Protect Fragile and Heritage Sites 🏛️
Archaeological remains, historic towns, and sacred spaces carry stories that must be preserved. Treat them with humility. What may seem small to us often holds immense meaning to the communities that protect them.
5. Be an Informed Traveler 📚
Before you travel, take time to learn about Chile’s culture, climate, and conservation efforts. Awareness enhances safety and deepens your connection with the people and places you visit.
A Shared Commitment 🌟
Responsible travel is about more than minimizing impact — it is about creating positive change. At KMS Travel, as proud holders of the GSTC – backed Sello S for Sustainability reflects this philosophy: caring for people, honoring culture, and protecting the environment together.
We invite you to embrace these principles during your journey through Chile. With every step, you contribute to a more respectful and sustainable world.
📎 For more details, we attach here the official document from SERNATUR: Code of Conduct for the Responsible Tourist (PDF).
