Green Safaris’ Eco-Travel Resolutions: Your 2025 Adventure Guide

New year, new travel goals! While some are busy promising to hit the gym or cut back on coffee (again), let’s talk about resolutions that excite us—like exploring the world smarter, greener, and with a side of adventure. Because really, who needs another year pretending kale smoothies are the answer to happiness?

At Green Safaris, we believe in swapping guilt for good vibes. Whether you’re watching elephants from a solar-powered boat or kayaking across Lake Malawi’s crystal waters, 2025 is the year to travel with purpose. So grab your bags (and that trusty reusable water bottle)—here are eight eco-friendly travel resolutions that are worth keeping.

1. Reconnect with Nature

Does it feel like nature is calling, but your Wi-Fi keeps interrupting? This year, it’s time to answer the real call—no apps necessary. Picture yourself snorkelling in Lake Malawi, where the sheer number of fish species rivals an aquarium. It’s nature’s IMAX, and it’s glorious.

Or imagine gliding silently down the Zambezi River on a boat so quiet, even the fish are impressed. From the thundering Victoria Falls to the serene savanna, reconnecting with the wild might be the most refreshing reset you’ve had in years.
Fun fact: Lake Malawi is nicknamed the “Calendar Lake” because it’s roughly 365 miles long. A year of adventures in one spot? Sounds perfect.

2. Travel Light, Travel Smart

Leave the extra shoes at home—trust us, nature doesn’t care if you repeat an outfit. Packing light is more than practical; it’s eco-friendly. Plus, it makes room for those unique souvenirs (and extra snacks).

And while you’re at it, ditch the single-use plastics. A solid reusable water bottle and bamboo cutlery set can do wonders for the planet—and your travel karma. Saving the world one straw at a time? Not all heroes wear capes.

3. Meet the Locals

The best travel stories don’t come from guidebooks—they’re found in the moments you connect with people. Whether you’re learning traditional weaving techniques in a Zambian village or buying sun-ripened mangoes from a roadside stand, these interactions leave a lasting impression.

Visit the Tongabezi Trust School to see how tourism supports local education, or discover handmade jewellery and textiles at cooperatives in Malawi. You’ll leave with more than just keepsakes—you’ll leave with stories.
Pro tip: Locals know the best food spots. Always ask.

4. Stay Powered by Nature

Eco-travel doesn’t mean sacrificing comfort—it just means thinking differently. Solar-powered lodges, electric boats, and other renewable innovations make sustainable travel effortless.

Take Kafue National Park, for example. Here, you can stay in solar-powered accommodations and explore on quiet eBoats, letting you focus entirely on the wildlife. It’s good for the planet—and for your conscience.

5. Learn and Laugh Along the Way

Travel is all about discovery—whether it’s finding the perfect sunset spot or realizing you’re hilariously bad at paddleboarding. Sign up for a cooking class in Malawi, where you’ll learn to prepare traditional dishes (and probably get teased about your chopping skills).

Or gather around a campfire to hear stories that breathe life into history. Turns out, it’s a lot more interesting than it ever was in school.

6. Protect the Wildlife

If seeing lions, elephants, or zebras in their natural habitat has been on your bucket list, now’s the time to make it happen. From tracking wildlife populations in South Luangwa National Park to supporting anti-poaching initiatives, your choices can directly impact conservation efforts.

And yes, the lions do sleep tonight—most of the time.

7. Shrink Your Footprint

Every trip leaves a mark, but you can make yours a lighter one. Choose lodges that run on renewable energy, opt for direct flights, and support reforestation projects when you can.

Packing light and choosing eco-friendly gear doesn’t just help the planet—it also means less time wrestling with an overstuffed suitcase. Win-win.

8. Savour the Scenic Route

Sometimes, the best part of travelling isn’t the destination—it’s everything in between. Whether you’re floating down the Zambezi, hiking lush trails, or enjoying a perfect cup of coffee overlooking Lake Malawi, take your time.

If 2024 taught us anything, it’s that slowing down can be a gift.

This year, let’s focus on travel that feels good and does good. Whether you’re learning, laughing, or simply soaking up the view, every journey is a chance to create meaningful memories.

Here’s to making 2025 about more than just ticking boxes—think soulful adventures, quirky detours, and a little less screen time. The treadmill can wait.