Responsible Thailand Awards


The Responsible Thailand Awards highlight the Thailand-based individuals and organisations who champion responsible tourism. The awards began in the early 2000s and are organised by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (UK & Ireland).

The Tourism Authority of Thailand works closely with travel industry professionals to promote responsible travel in Thailand. Although Thailand has made much progress in terms of sustainability and responsible tourism, we also acknowledge that there is still more that can be done. The Responsible Thailand Awards are part of that effort to make positive changes.

2025 Awards


Responsible Animal Welfare

Responsible Community Tourism

Responsible Conservation

Responsible DMC

Responsible Tourism Accommodation

2024 Awards


Responsible Animal Welfare

Responsible Community Tourism

Responsible Conservation

Responsible Local Guide

  • Winner: Wipaporn Ord (All Points East)
  • Runner-up: Waewtawin Vichetthammasak (Khiri Travel)

Responsible Tourism Accommodation

2023 Awards

2022 Awards

  • Animal Welfare: Elephant Nature Park, Chiang Mai
  • Community-Based Tourism: Laem Sak Tourism Community Enterprise, Krabi Welfare
  • Eco-Lodge: Garrya Tongsai Bay, Ko Samui
  • Hotel: The Sarojin, Khao Lak
  • Nature, Marine & Heritage: Big Blue Conservation, Ko Tao
  • Green Steps: Gentle Giants

2021 Awards

  • Animal Welfare: Kindred Spirit Elephant Sanctuary
  • Community-Based Tourism: Kindred Spirit Elephant Sanctuary
  • Eco-Lodge: Khaolak Merlin
  • Hotel: Meliá Ko Samui
  • Pandemic Heroes: Save Elephant Foundation
  • Green Steps: Path DMC

2020 Awards

  • Animal Welfare: Samui Elephant Sanctuary
  • Community-Based Tourism: Kindred Spirit Elephant Sanctuary
  • Eco-Lodge: Koh Jum Beach Villas
  • Hotel: Khao Lak Merlin
  • Nature, Marine & Heritage: Phi Phi Island Village Beach Resort
  • Green Steps: Nutty’s Adventures