A woman is doing yoga, surrounded by mountains.
Snow covering Å Auge treetop cabin in Tinn, Telemark
Inside the underwater restaurant Under in Lindesnes, Southern Norway
Three people sitting on a rock near the Svartisen glacier, Northern Norway
The Rauma Railway running across the Kylling bridge
A family outside a tent in sunset in Oppdal in Trøndelag, Norway
Man enjoying the calming nature from the treetop cabin in Laagen, Larvik
A man and a woman walking down Fargegaten, The Colorful Street, in Stavanger
A team of dogs pulling the sled through a winter landscape in Hallingdal in Eastern Norway
Two children are hiking in the mountains in Stryn, Fjord Norway.
A bird's view of the rugged coastline in Henningsvær in Northern Norway

Become a better traveller

9 TIPS FOR RESPONSIBLE TRAVEL

We do have a huge impact on the world, and local nature and communities when we travel.

For good – and for bad.

But you can make a difference.

You can travel better.

The upshot? Your total travel experience will also improve!

The Norwegian travel industry has pledged to cut its carbon footprint 50% by 2030.

We also need to take better care of nature, increase local value creation, and secure working opportunities all year round.

That way, local communities can thrive and become even better places to live and to visit.

Lonely Planet rated Norway one of the top travel destinations in 2022, since we already work hard with sustainability.

And we promise to work even harder.

Are you in?

1. Travel off-season and find hidden gems

Travel to less visited places or off-season. You can then experience unique places to stay, and exciting activities recommended by locals — without the crowds.

2. Dine on local delicacies

Visit cosy farm shops and dine at restaurants that offer local food.

At the amazing underwater restaurant Under, you can experience both (very) locally-sourced Michelin-starred food AND spectacular architecture.

3. Explore more with a local guide

Ever wanted to go ski touring, kayaking or canyoning? How about seeing a glacier up close?

A guide will help you get the most out of an activity, show the best local secrets,and keep you safe.

4. Choose more sustainable mobility and public transport

Explore the country like a local. Taking the bus or train to your next destination will bring you on an adventure.

Some lines are even rated among the most beautiful train trips in the world!

5. Leave nothing behind

Take nothing but pictures, and bring your rubbish with you when you leave.

Enjoy the Norwegian wildlife and make sure you abide by the laws of nature.

6. Embrace slow travel

... that means travelling less and staying for a longer time.

7. Extend your stay with a workation

This could be your new office view...

Combine travelling and working with a workation!

8. Travel like a local

Escape the beaten tourist path. Get insider tips on how to experience the places you visit like a local!

#hiddengems

9. Spend your money on local experiences

By buying from local businesses, you're helping to boost the local economy and local employment.

By choosing to be a better traveller, you will make the locals happy.

And remember: a smile always creates more smiles!

...and more generations of travellers will be able to follow in your adventurous footsteps.

Where can you find all this and more?

Visit one of Norway's destinations with a focus on sustainability.

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Let the eco-labels guide you

Make sure your holiday in Norway has the smallest footprint possible.
Look for eco-certified providers while travelling.

The following certifications fall under Green Travel:

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