A typical day may include visits to one or two intentional communities. Upon arrival in the morning, we’re often greeted by the founder or key residents who’ll give us a tour of the grounds followed by a workshop or presentation on aspects of community life. Lunch is usually a shared meal with residents at the community, followed by an afternoon for free exploration and relaxation. Swimming at a nearby river or ocean is lovely, especially on a warm afternoon. Generally the beginning of the trip is designed with a more full schedule, with more free time and nature activities towards the end of the itinerary. One completely free day is included in longer trips, for participants to plan their own excursions or rest from the activities. Some days may have longer car rides, although we take a break every hour and generally don’t have car rides longer than 4 hours on any given day, 1 hour is more typical.

Whenever possible we arrange for overnight accommodations at the ecovillages and communities we visit. This allows for a more immersive experience of what it’s like to live in a community. When the community doesn't have enough accommodation space or a scheduling conflict, then we stay at nearby lodging. We strive to stay at accommodations that are values aligned, such as small family businesses or eco-lodges. 

Lodging varies from shared dorm-style rooms to simple private rooms, depending on availability. Rooms will be shared with fellow travelers. We will separate male and female rooms, while couples and families are placed in private rooms whenever possible. 

You can upgrade to a private room when booking (select the $800 single room supplement). Upgrades to private rooms are not always guaranteed due to the nature of some locations.

Accommodations are often rustic, emphasizing sustainability over luxury. Some may include composting toilets, limited Wi-Fi, limited air conditioning, and communal facilities.

As much as possible our meals will be fresh, local and organic, with produce grown on-site. Most meals will be vegetarian. When eating out at restaurants, we will have a fixed menu with a few options of local specialties. One beverage is usually included with lunch and dinner. Extra dishes and drinks are on you. We can accommodate a range of dietary requirements, to a point, so please contact us to inform us about any food allergies and come prepared with your own specialty food or supplement needs. We will stop at grocery stores where you can purchase your own snacks.

We use comfortable vans for ground transport. These vehicles may have limited space for luggage, so participants should pack light (one suitcase and one day bag per traveler). We typically have 1-3 vans depending on the group size. Participants may travel in their own vehicles, but only if confirmed and pre-arranged with the guides.

All transportation is included during the tour, from the start to end points. Depending on the tour, participants are responsible for getting to the starting location or we may be able to provide pick ups at airports and hotels nearby. Read the instructions in your confirmation email or simply contact us with any questions about how to best reach the tour starting point. Kindly please arrive on time or even early for the start of the tour. Contact us immediately in the event of flight cancellations or delays.

Tour durations vary, generally lasting from 6 to 15 days. Check the specific tour details on our website for the exact itinerary and length.

A full packing list will be provided upon booking. Essential items include comfortable walking shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, a reusable water bottle, and any personal hygiene items. Due to limited vehicle space, each participant is allowed one suitcase and one day bag.