Fair Trade Tours: Unconventional Travel to the Frontlines of Fair Trade

Join us as we explore the world of fair trade as a viable alternative to the global economic system. Celebrating cultural diversity and promoting environmental sustainability, we visit projects and organizations that are at the front lines of the fair trade revolution.

By visiting our partner farmers and fair trade collaborators, you'll be challenged to incorporate your experiences gained on the trip into your life upon your return home. Trips are designed to give you a unique overview into the political, economic, and social conditions of the host country as we dive deep into the world of fair trade. From crafts to coffee, we hope to deepen the connections between consumers and producers the world over.

Higher Grounds always donates $100 on behalf of each participant to a non-profit or community develop project in each country we travel.

In addition to a once in a life time travel experience, Higher Grounds provides in-depth orientation materials and support to ensure that once on the ground, our experience is as enriching as possible!

Customized trips

We'll customize a trip for you and your group or family to countries in Africa and South and Central America. Contact us for more information!

Sample Trip Itineraries Include:

Ethiopia: A Journey to the Birthplace of Coffee

Join us on an adventure to the birthplace of coffee and the cradle of civilization as we explore three distinct coffee growing regions while learning about fair trade development projects and the culture of the Oromo people.

Kenya: Fair Trade Tea, Crafts and the Masai Mara

A visit to the Kenya Tea Authority and a host of fair trade craft groups will be followed by a once in a lifetime visit to the Masai Mara.

Mexico: Indigenous Autonomy and Fair Trade in Chiapas

January 1st 1994 saw the first shots fired in the struggle for a more just global economic system. Join us as we travel to visit the autonomous Zapatista communities in the Mayan Highlands and learn about fair trade coffee production and the struggle for indigenous autonomy.

Contact Chris for more information.