The partners in Pasvik-Inari cooperation agreed in 2006 on a number of principles of sustainable nature tourism. These principles are promoted in all activities within the trilateral cooperation. The principles were introduced to the local nature tourism operators in a nature tourism seminar in Svanhovd in 2007 and were found practical by the participants.

• Nature is an important reason for travel
• Visitors are informed about nature and nature conservation
• Tourism does not disturb nature - all areas are not suitable for tourism
• Visitor groups are small and trails are used whenever possible
• Tourism is channelled with the help of information and by placing of facilities
• Facilities are constructed without harm to the environment and areas of natural beauty are left in their natural state
• Degradation of nature and other impacts are monitored and, if necessary, measures are undertaken
• Marketing supports sustainable nature conservation

• Minimum loading of the environment is assured
• The objective is rubbish-free hiking, with minimum stress on environment
• Transportation systems with minimised impact on environment are given preference
• Motorised transportation is guided to the most suitable areas
• Firewood is used frugally
• Emissions into water and air are minimised, and renewable energy sources are favoured
• Visitors are provided with information about best practises for environmentally friendly behaviour

• Local culture is met open-mindedly
• Local people are involved in planning and implementing new activities
• Sensitivity, rights and wishes of indigenous people are respected
• Whenever possible, cultural heritage is included in information and experiences are offered
• Historical and scientific sites are respected, and damage of important cultural heritage sites are prevented
• Local guides familiar with culture are used

• Products and services of local entrepreneurs are always used when possible
• Local people are employed when possible, but also people and ideas from outside the region are seen as a potential
• Involvement and partnerships with indigenous people and local communities are sought and supported

• Information is available beforehand
• Knowledge is easy to find and in an interesting form and content
• Trained guides have knowledge about nature, culture, history, and inspire visitors
• Possibilities are created for feedback to enable participation in the management of the area

• Information is reliable
• Essential safety rules and regulations are followed
• Training is organised in co-operation with entrepreneurs
• Planning is open and interactive, and opinions of the visitors are appreciated
• Priority is given to those wanting to commit themselves to these principles of sustainable nature tourism