Our Mission
At Nasheko, our mission is to empower indigenous communities to contribute to the protection of our planet for future generations. Our key priority is to address extreme climate effects, an urgent crisis that is devastating indigenous livelihoods. Communities are losing 30-60 livestock per household to heatwaves, rivers are drying up.
Our Vision
We envision a world where sustainable travel is the norm. Our goal is to lead the way in ecotourism, setting a standard for responsible travel practices and demonstrating how tourism can be a force for good. Alongside projects designed to mobilize community participation, we aim to unlock impact that is driven by the communities themselves.
Our Approach
Nasheko uses a variety of approaches that aim to achieve the most optimal results for the indigenous communities we work with.
- Experiences:Indigenous communities providing authentic, eco-friendly experiences. From cultural tours to adventure activities, they offer a range of options that support sustainable development.
- Carbon-Neutral Travel Packages: Curated itineraries that offset carbon emissions through reforestation projects and other green initiatives. These packages ensure that your travels leave a minimal environmental footprint.
- Ecotourism Certifications and Training: Programs designed for local communities and tourism providers to promote sustainable practices. Our training helps create eco-conscious tourism that respects and preserves the environment and culture.
- Community Projects: Programs designed to mobilize community participation while unlocking opportunities to earn from their participation. Our current projects include Osotua and Eramatare
Our Values
- Sustainability: We prioritize environmentally-friendly practices in all our operations, from cooling local ecosystems, reducing carbon emissions to supporting conservation efforts.
- Community Empowerment: We work closely with local communities to ensure they benefit directly from tourism. Our initiatives focus on creating economic opportunities and preserving cultural heritage.
- Cultural Respect: We promote cultural understanding and respect through our travel experiences. We believe that learning about and appreciating different cultures fosters global harmony.
- Innovation: We continually seek new ways to improve our services and reduce our environmental impact. Innovation drives our commitment to sustainability and quality.
- Transparency: We are committed to being open and honest with our customers, partners, and the communities we serve. Transparency is key to building trust and accountability.
Tourism as a tool for positive impact
Many people around the world are travel fanatics, and Africa is a major tourist destination. Domestic tourism is also picking at record pace. We want to tap into this massive opportunity and turn tourism into an agent of change that will leave a truly positive impact on the environment.
We are excited about the future of planet earth with tourism playing a catalytic role.
