Eco-certified vacations 2025

Choosing an eco-certified vacation

When you choose one of Expedia's eco-certified vacation packages, you'll be planning your eco trip with hotels, flights, and other partners that use green and sustainable practices. eco-certified travel is about reducing the negative impact on the environment. Eco travel involves maintaining healthy natural habitats and supporting local communities so that future generations can experience them too. Whether you're traveling alone or with friends and family, you can find fantastic deals on Expedia for green vacation packages in 2025. There are eco-certified travel options for everyone, both for winter fun and tropical sun. Compare amazing eco-certified packages with our search tool to explore sustainable vacation destinations such as Costa Rica, Iceland, and New Zealand.

Discover top eco-certified vacation destinations in 2025

Kick back at one of Hawaii's eco-certified hotels after a majestic eco-certified whale-watching tour, or have a good night's rest at an eco-certified hotel in Colorado after spending the day hiking or skiing the Rocky Mountains. You can opt for conscious traveling and still see gorgeous places that fulfill your holiday expectations. If you're willing to travel during the low season, you can get more for your money, fewer crowds, and better insight into the local community.

Top destinations for Eco-friendly Vacations

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Set out on your next sustainable vacation to Costa Rica

Eco-travel to Costa Rica and enjoy one of the world's prime ecotourism destinations while discovering unparalleled biodiversity. Explore diverse ecosystems, hike across national parks, go whitewater rafting on Rio Pacuare, kayak along the rivers, or try scuba diving near Cocos Island. Book one of the many eco-certified hotels Costa Rica has to offer along the Caribbean coastline.

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Create your own eco-vacation in Belize

Be enchanted by Belize's many natural wonders, diligently protected by several eco-oriented organizations. Explore ecotourism destinations such as Mayan ruins, a jaguar sanctuary, and the largest barrier reef in the northern hemisphere. Create your own green adventure as you stay at one of the country's environmentally focused resorts, where you can relax with an exotic cocktail after a day of exploring.

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Enjoy dream-like beaches with a green trip to Hawaii

Spend your days wandering Hawaii's beaches and soaking up the islands' lush rainforests. You can also sign up for an exciting ecotourism tour and view the marvelous sights, enjoy a day of snorkeling, or join an eco-certified whale-watching tour and see the gentle giants in their natural habitat. Then, head back to your sustainable resort and discover Hawaii's exquisite cuisine as you watch the sunset.

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Explore sustainable ecotourism activities in Iceland

Sustainable travel to Iceland, the "Land of Fire and Ice," involves exploring hulking volcanoes and jagged glaciers without disturbing the scenery. Stay at an eco-certified hotel and relax with a good conscience after a long day of biking around Reykjavik. Other sustainable ecotourism options include whale watching with a local guide, or bathing in hot springs which are 100% powered by geothermal energy.

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Find green landscapes and green travel in New Zealand

Feast your eyes on New Zealand's endless green and pristine landscapes, knowing that your eco-certified traveling helps keep them that way. Soak up the serenity and take a wildlife tour to admire dolphins or kiwi chicks without disturbing their natural habitat. Choose from among sustainable accommodation options such as eco-certified hotels or luxury eco-lodges where you can wind down after a day of exploring.

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Explore sustainable vacation options in Mexico

Admire sea lions, whale sharks, and other wildlife around Baja California on an eco-certified vacation in Mexico. Mexico is a highly sought-after ecotourism destination, with numerous UNESCO-designated biosphere reserves. Explore majestic Mayan temple ruins surrounded by tropical jungle and discover unique sights Mexico has to offer. End the day at an eco-certified cabana or an eco-luxury wellness retreat to perfect your vacation.

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