Photo- Hotel Etico
This April, turn your family getaway into a meaningful adventure. Whether you're booking a stay, exploring nature, or diving into hands-on experiences, certified social enterprises let you travel with purpose- supporting communities while enjoying an unforgettable escape.
Certified social enterprises are committed to creating positive social and environmental impact through high-quality products and services. Their business models vary but often include:
Many even combine all three! Check out the following certified social enterprises offering accommodation and tours.
Stay in Australia’s first profit-for-purpose hotel, located steps away from Museum Station and the vibrant Surry Hills. Whether you're enjoying the stylish rooms or the complimentary hot buffet breakfast, every stay supports YWCA Australia’s ongoing efforts to improve women’s lives. It’s family-friendly, centrally located, and socially impactful- making it the perfect base for your Sydney adventures.
25 cents of every dollar support YWCA Australia, improving women’s lives for over 140 years.
Breathe in mountain air and soak up heritage charm at Hotel Etico. This certified social enterprise trains young adults with intellectual disabilities in hospitality skills, providing them with meaningful employment and independence.
Enjoy delicious Italian-inspired dishes at Niccolò’s Restaurant or relax in the classic-style rooms, all while supporting an empowering mission.
Breathtaking views and an impactful mission.
Escape to beachfront cabins, eco-lodges, and off-grid bush camping across 40+ scenic locations. As Australia’s only certified social enterprise holiday park group, Reflections reinvests all profits into local park upgrades, First Nations engagement, and environmental conservation. It’s a sustainable way to enjoy nature while supporting regional communities.
Stay sustainably, support local communities and explore NSW like never before.
Step into a living sanctuary where every ticket funds wildlife conservation. Led by passionate conservationists, Wildlife Wonders offers guided nature tours where you can see Australia’s incredible wildlife in its natural habitat.
Along the way, you’ll learn about local efforts to preserve endangered species and protect Australia’s unique ecosystem.
100% of profits support the Conservation Ecology Centre- helping to protect Aussie wildlife for generations to come.
Fuel young minds at Discovery, Bendigo’s interactive science hub. With STEM exhibits, a planetarium, and hands-on workshops, it’s a fun, educational, and impact-driven experience for curious minds. Kids will love the engaging, immersive activities that ignite their passion for innovation and discovery.
Perfect for future innovators, and a great way to support science education in the community.
Explore over 125 hectares of native bushland and themed gardens at this volunteer-run oasis. With easy walking trails, picnic areas, and a café serving Devonshire teas, it’s the perfect spot for a relaxing day outdoors. Discover rare and endangered plants, visit the orchid houses, and spot local wildlife like wallabies and sugar gliders along forest paths.
Every visit supports community-led conservation and education, making it a meaningful escape into nature for families and garden lovers alike.
Nambucca Valley Phoenix is a vibrant community hub championing creativity and inclusion. Its Phoenix School of Arts offers hands-on workshops in ceramics and painting, open to everyone and tailored for all abilities. Visit the on-site gallery showcasing local talent or relax at the garden café set in a historic bank building, serving fresh, affordable food.
By visiting Phoenix, you support inclusive arts, local artists, and a grassroots movement empowering people of all abilities.
Book a trip and make a difference. Certified social enterprises offer fun, affordable, and meaningful ways to explore, learn and give back.
Find certified social enterprises near you with the Social Enterprise Finder and travel with purpose on your next holiday.