Business Details
13 Years
experience
Sustainable Tourism Consultancy Experts
Dunira is an independent marketing, PR, and training consultancy specialising in sustainable tourism development and environmental management. With extensive international experience, we focus on creating enduring partnerships between stakeholders to build local capacity for sustainable development through tourism. Our expertise lies in developing practical tools that promote sustainability in travel and tourism, working collaboratively with public and private sector clients and civil society organisations across the UK and globally. We deliver strategic tourism plans, destination management frameworks, cultural heritage projects, and professional training courses. Our work spans ecotourism, revenue management, corporate social responsibility, consumer market research, and community-led tourism initiatives across diverse regions including the British Isles, Central and Eastern Europe, South and Southeast Asia, Africa, and the Middle East.Recognised for innovation through awards such as the Scottish Green Apple Awards 2015, we combine academic rigour with practical implementation to address complex tourism challenges. Our team's deep understanding of global tourism dynamics enables us to provide tailored solutions that balance environmental stewardship with economic viability. We maintain active partnerships with NGOs, government bodies, and international organisations like UNESCO and the World Bank, ensuring our strategies align with evolving sustainability standards. Our commitment to measurable outcomes is demonstrated through projects like Scotland's Green Destination Index and ecotourism feasibility studies for emerging destinations. By fostering cross-sector collaboration, we help clients achieve long-term sustainable growth in competitive tourism markets.
Services
Tourism development
Protected areas management
Cultural heritage projects
Strategic analysis
Destination marketing
Training programs
Feasibility studies
Market research
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of international sustainable tourism expertise
- Our team builds stakeholder partnerships for lasting impact
- We develop practical sustainability tools for tourism sectors
- Recognised innovators in ecotourism and destination management
- Proven track record across 6 continents and 30+ countries
Associations and certifications
- Sustainable Travel International
Services
Tourism development
We create comprehensive tourism strategies that balance economic growth with environmental sustainability. Our approach combines market analysis with community engagement to develop viable tourism models. Projects include destination management organisations and cultural heritage centres across six continents.
Protected areas management
Specialising in natural heritage conservation, we develop management frameworks for protected areas that support biodiversity while enabling sustainable tourism. Our work includes auditing systems and certification programs for national parks and wildlife reserves globally.
Cultural heritage projects
We design cultural preservation initiatives that leverage tourism for economic development. Recent projects include arts centres, historical site assessments, and community-led heritage programs in Scotland, Eastern Europe, and Africa.
Strategic analysis
Our data-driven approach combines consumer insights with policy analysis to inform tourism strategies. Services include feasibility studies, destination audits, and economic impact assessments for public and private sector clients.
Training programs
We deliver professional development courses on ecotourism, sustainable practices, and destination management. Our training combines academic theory with practical implementation strategies for tourism professionals worldwide.
People
Benjamin Carey
Managing Director
Sustainable tourism expert with 20+ years' experience, specialising in destination development and ecotourism. Leads international projects across six continents and contributes to global tourism policy discussions.
Corinne Doff
Sustainable Tourism Consultant
Accredited STEP assessor with expertise in cultural heritage tourism and community-led development. Leads training programs and feasibility studies for destinations in Africa and Asia.
Questions
What areas do you specialise in for tourism development?
We specialise in sustainable tourism across six continents, with particular expertise in protected areas, cultural heritage, and community-led development projects.
Do you work with both public and private sector clients?
Yes, we collaborate with government bodies, NGOs, and private enterprises to create balanced tourism strategies that meet diverse stakeholder needs.
What training programs do you offer?
We provide professional courses on ecotourism management, sustainable practices, and destination development tailored for tourism professionals worldwide.
How do you measure sustainability in tourism?
We use frameworks like the Green Destination Index and ISO standards, combining environmental audits with community impact assessments to evaluate sustainability performance.
Can you help with international market expansion?
Yes, we've developed marketing strategies for destinations in Africa, Asia, and Eastern Europe, focusing on sustainable positioning and cultural authenticity.
What sets your consultancy apart?
Our unique combination of academic expertise, practical implementation experience, and global network of partnerships enables tailored solutions for complex tourism challenges.