OzSail is proud to announce we are now an Ecotourism Accredited Operator.  Ecotourism is defined as:

Ecologically sustainable tourism with a primary focus on experiencing natural areas that foster environmental and cultural understanding, appreciation and conservation.

Everyone here at OzSail recognizes that our livelihood is dependant on the health of our environment.  We live in a truly unique and beautiful place where Marine Parks meet National Parks.  The Great Barrier Reef comes together with the Whitsunday Islands to create a World Heritage Listed region.  And if it wasn't so special we wouldn't be in business!  We have therefore pledged to practice and promote eco friendly standards. 

What does this entail?  As described in the Eco Certification Application, Eco Certification has the following 10 categories:

1. Business Management and Operational Planning
   Sound business management and operational procedures are integral to the delivery of economic sustainability, which, together with environmental and social sustainability, provide the basis for a "triple bottom line" approach.
   
   
2. Business Ethics
   The business and all its personnel adopt and follow ethical business practices.
   
   
3. Responsible Marketing
   Marketing is accurate and leads to realistic expectations.
   
   
4. Customer Satisfaction
   Nature tourism and ecotourism meets customer expectations.
   
   
5. Natural Area Focus
   Nature tourism and ecotourism focuses on directly and personally experiencing nature.
   
   
6. Environmental Management
   Nature tourism and ecotourism represent best practice for environmentally sustainable tourism.
   
   
7. Interpretation and Education
   Ecotourism provides opportunities to experience nature in ways that lead to greater understanding, appreciation and enjoyment.
   
   
8. Contribution to Conservation
   Ecotourism positively contributes to the conservation of natural areas.
   
   
9. Working with Local Communities
   Ecotourism provides constructive ongoing contributions to local communities.
   
   
10. Cultural Respect and Sensitivity
    Ecotourism is sensitive to the value of interpretation and involves different cultures, particularly Indegenous culture.