A growing focus on sustainable tourism in Thailand has led to an increase in socially responsible tourism businesses and community-based tourism offerings. Here are our 7 outstanding sustainable travel experiences in Thailand.

1. Hivesters

Hivesters, a travel company founded by two sisters with a family's travel experience, is dedicated to preserving authentic Thai culture by empowering local masters to share their knowledge. Their diverse offerings include a culinary discovery tour of Phuket's Old Town and a natural detox retreat on an organic farm near Chiang Mai. Hivesters.com

2. Nutty's Adventures.

The award-winning company Nutty's Adventures, specializing in responsible tourism, offers community-based tours – from off-the-beaten-path adventures in Phayao Province in northern Thailand to working in the rice paddies of Nakhon Pathom. Nutty-adventures.com

3. Bold cuisine

Courageous Kitchen offers a variety of culinary experiences, including market and street food tours, family cooking classes, and noodle-making demonstrations. This creates an entertaining and informative tourist experience while simultaneously supporting disadvantaged youth and children in Bangkok. Courageouskitchen.org

4. Hands over the water

Hands Across the Water's annual "Ride to Provide" cycling tour is an epic 800-kilometer (500-mile) long-distance ride along the scenic coast of the Gulf of Thailand, taking place over eight days. The funds raised are vital to this remarkable charity, giving impoverished orphans a future. Handsacrossthewater.org.au

5. Social providers

Founded in 2015, Socialgiver aims to bridge the gap between local businesses, consumers, and social projects. The platform offers a diverse range of shopping options – from household goods and baked goods to hotel stays and day trips. Profits are donated to social projects throughout Thailand. Socialgiver.com

6. Locally similar

Local Alike is a travel company offering diverse, community-oriented, and responsible tourism experiences. Travelers discover the world off the beaten track and have the opportunity to actively contribute to the preservation of the environment, culture, and local ways of life. localalike.com

7. SiamRise Travel

SiamRise Travel specializes in cultural tours and homestays. All activities and experiences are developed in collaboration with local communities to consider social impact and make a positive contribution to the local environment, education, economy, and society. siamrisetravel.com