Northeastern Aegean Islands, Greece
Samos is part of the Natura 2000 network. Stay on marked trails and avoid disturbing ecosystems.
Reduce single-use plastic. Carry a reusable water bottle and recycle where facilities are available.
Water is a precious resource. Be mindful of your usage: take shorter showers and turn off taps.
Protecting Samos’s environment benefits both locals and future visitors. Your choices can encourage more sustainable tourism.
Samos's ecosystems, including wetlands like Alyki and mountainous regions, are safeguarded by the Natura 2000 network. Waste management is developing.
Support accommodations and tour operators that demonstrate a commitment to environmental practices. Your patronage aids sustainable tourism.
Your travel choices extend to cultural interactions and economic contributions to the Samos community.
Your travel choices hold positive economic implications for the Samos community.
Avoid tours that involve direct interaction with wild animals unless certified as ethical and conservation-focused.
If considering charitable giving, do so through established local organizations for direct community benefit.
Engage politely with locals and avoid overly loud or disruptive behavior in public spaces, especially in quiet villages or residential areas.
Deepen your appreciation of Samos by observing its cultural landscape.
Efforts to preserve the island's unique heritage are ongoing. Visitors can contribute by acknowledging and supporting these initiatives.
When visiting churches and monasteries, appropriate dress and respectful behavior are customary.
Your financial contributions to the local economy can have a meaningful impact on the Samos community.
Support local shops for groceries and souvenirs.
Hire local guides for tours, benefiting their expertise and livelihood.
Use local taxi services for transportation needs, supporting island residents.
Avoid activities that might exploit animals or local populations. Do not participate in practices that cause harm to the environment or local culture.
