Klook has renewed its collaboration with Wild Welfare, an international animal welfare charity, to bolster animal welfare standards within the tourism sector.
This renewed partnership aims to promote responsible and ethical tourism practices, elevating animal welfare standards globally and improving the care of animals involved in tourism activities.
As part of this collaboration, Wild Welfare will provide educational resources, including webinars, to help Klook employees better understand animal welfare best practices. The online programme will train participants to identify situations where good animal welfare principles may be compromised in tourism settings.
The partnership will also actively promote welfare-friendly tourism initiatives on Klook’s global platform, encouraging travellers to make informed choices about their activities and their impact on animal welfare. This includes supporting responsible wildlife encounters and shifting away from traditional practices like elephant rides.
Additionally, Klook and Wild Welfare will push for stronger animal welfare regulations within the tourism industry, such as collaborating with governments and associations to promote ethical practices and encouraging other travel agencies to adopt similar approaches, fostering a broader shift toward sustainable options for travellers.
An evaluation process for partner activities on the Klook platform will also be developed, with guidelines developed by Wild Welfare. The assessments aim to highlight potential welfare concerns at listed facilities in alignment with Klook’s animal protection policy, reassuring customers that partner locations and tours adhere to ethical standards.
Simon Marsh, director of Wild Welfare, remarked, “This partnership presents a unique opportunity to raise awareness of animal welfare issues in the tourism industry and drive meaningful change. Together, we can make a tangible difference for animals affected by tourism activities worldwide.”
Rebecca Keiller, senior manager of sustainability at Klook, stated, “Renewing our partnership with Wild Welfare reaffirms our commitment to responsible and ethical tourism. We look forward to collaborating to create a more sustainable and compassionate future for wildlife.”
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