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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. 

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.

Topics:

  • Eco
  • UNESCO Heritage
  • Brecon Beacons National Park
  • Amazing places
  • Outdoor
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.

Topics:

  • Eco
  • Wellness activities
  • Trains and railways
  • Canals
  • Annual holidays
  • Outdoor
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.

Topics:

  • Eco
  • Family
  • Amazing places
  • Outdoor
West Wales
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.

Topics:

  • Eco
  • Wellness activities
  • Annual holidays
  • Traditions
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.

Topics:

  • Eco
  • Wellness activities
  • Outdoor
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.

Topics:

  • Eco
  • UNESCO Heritage
  • Countryside
  • Outdoor
Mid Wales
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.

Topics:

  • Eco
  • Wellness activities
  • Annual holidays
  • List
  • Accommodation
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.

Topics:

  • Eco
  • Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
  • Food
  • Outdoor
Pembrokeshire
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.

Topics:

  • Eco
  • Family
  • My place
Powys
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.

Topics:

  • Eco
  • National Trust
  • Tours
  • Wellness activities
  • Outdoor
Treberfedd Farm, Lampeter.

Stunning glamping spots in Wales

Magical glamping holidays in Wales: tipis, yurts, quirky cabins, shepherd huts and eco retreats.

Topics:

  • Eco
  • Camping / Campsite
  • Glamping
  • Outdoor
Machynlleth from above.

Spotlight on Machynlleth

Things to do in and around the quirky Mid Wales market town of Machynlleth.

Topics:

  • Eco
  • Trains and railways
  • Historic buildings
  • Countryside
  • List
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