Eco

Find the best Wales has to offer in sustainable and eco-friendly things to do and places to stay. From eco lodges to sustainability friendly attractions, Wales has a lot to offer those wishing to leave a lighter holiday footprint.

An aerial view of of three bridges over a river looking towards a town and hills.

Toad's top Welsh roads

The VisorDown.com team travel the North Wales Way on electric bikes and tour part of The Coastal Way.

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A footpath alongside a woodland ravine with ferns growing on a cliffside on one side.

Feel close to nature on a Celtic Rainforest walk

Did you know Wales has rainforests you can visit? Get close to nature on an ancient woodland walk.

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Three hikers on a ridge overlooking fields, and hills below.

Exploring GeoMôn and Fforest Fawr Geoparks

Uncover more than 860 million years of Welsh history at GeoMôn and Fforest Fawr Geoparks.

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A man on a beach using a litter picking grabber tool to collect litter.

Get more from your holiday by volunteering

Taking a holiday in Wales to work? Believe us, it’s more appealing than it sounds.

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Ariel view of the National Botanic Garden of Wales

The National Botanic Garden of Wales through the seasons

Discover the National Botanic Garden of Wales through the seasons. No matter what time of year you visit, there's plenty to see and do.

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Woman hiker standing on hill, against a blue sky, looking out across the green, mountainous landscape of the Brecon Beacons, Mid Wales.

Six reasons to choose Wales for a sustainable holiday

Here in Wales we're serious about sustainable travel. Find out why.

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Gardener working in a garden with greenhouses and plants.

Gardening in the spring

Spring is the perfect time to prepare for a new season in the garden. Get top tips from Adam Jones.

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Robin sat on the branch of an oak sapling in autumn.

A wildlife paradise at all times of year

The Dyfi Biosphere is home to ospreys, dolphins, orchids, red kites and colourful butterflies.

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A group of people laughing round a campfire.

Switch off with an eco-break in Wales

Sustainable holidays are good for the planet and us too. Discover some of the choices in Wales.

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Forager Matt Powell foraging in a wood with some of his clients

Wild man of the west

Matt Powell offers a unique foraging and fine-dining experience on the Pembrokeshire coast.

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wooden framed building with forestry in background viewed through a circular sculpture

Discovering the Centre for Alternative Technology

Make the world a better place! Visit the Centre for Alternative Technology for an inspiring day out.

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Fins of two dolphins emerging from the waves off Ramsey Island.

Make your holiday footprint a little lighter

For the eco-conscious traveller, here's a selection of eco-friendly places to visit in Wales.

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