Sustainability & Responsible Tourism

At Round in Oman, we integrate sustainability into everything we do — from designing authentic travel experiences to selecting our partners and supporting local communities.

Our Sustainability Mission

Our mission is to deliver authentic and high-quality travel experiences in Oman while protecting the country’s natural environment, preserving its rich cultural heritage, and contributing positively to local communities.

As a destination management company, we are committed to responsible partnerships, ethical business practices, and continuous improvement in alignment with Oman Vision 2040 and its sustainable tourism objectives.

We are committed to ensuring that tourism creates long-term environmental, social, cultural, and economic value for our guests, our partners, local communities, and the Sultanate of Oman.

Sustainability Update 2026

In 2026, Round in Oman formally strengthened its sustainability framework by joining the Travelife program for tour operators and integrating structured sustainability management into its operations.

Key achievements include:

Development and formal adoption of a Sustainability Policy
Implementation of a Code of Conduct for guides and operational partners
Development of supplier sustainability requirements and Supplier Codes of Conduct.
Introduction of responsible travel information for guests, including environmental awareness, child protection, and responsible purchasing guidance.
Integration of sustainability briefings into operational coordination
Active promotion of responsible behaviour in protected natural areas
Encouragement of waste reduction and water conservation during tours
Completion of sustainability-related training through Oman Tourism Hub

Sustainability considerations are now integrated into daily operations, supplier selection, and tour planning.

Our sustainability programme focuses on:

Protecting Oman's natural environment and biodiversity.
Respecting and preserving cultural heritage.
Supporting locally owned businesses and community-based tourism.
Promoting responsible wildlife experiences.
Reducing environmental impacts across our operations.
Working with suppliers that share our sustainability values.
Encouraging responsible behaviour among travellers.
Continuously improving our sustainability performance through the Travelife programme.

Round in Oman is committed to continuous improvement through the Travelife programme and will continue strengthening its sustainability performance as part of its long-term objective of progressing towards Travelife Certified status.

Our Sustainability Documents

Visitors may request additional information regarding our sustainability policies and responsible tourism practices.

Available documents include: