AECO
AECO – Association of Arctic Expedition Cruise Operators – is an international association for expedition cruise operators operating in the Arctic and others with interests in this industry.

The association was founded in 2003 and has since become an important organization representing the concerns and views of Arctic expedition cruise operators. AECO is dedicated to managing responsible, environmentally friendly and safe tourism in the Arctic and strive to set the highest possible operating standards.
The association’s geographical range is considered to encompass the Arctic area north of 60 degrees north latitude. The core areas are Svalbard, Jan Mayen, Greenland, Arctic Canada and the national park “Russian Arctic”.
Events
AECO’S Third joint ARCTIC Sar event
April 10th, 2018 – April 11th, 2018
Reykjavik

Our Guidelines
Wildlife Guidelines ›
Information and guidelines for encounters with Arctic wildlife.
Community Guidelines
Guidelines when visiting communities
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VIDEO: GUIDELINES FOR VISITORS ›
Video presenting general guidelines for travellers visiting the Arctic.

Visitor Guidelines ›
General guidelines for travellers visiting the Arctic.
Site Guidelines ›
Information and guidelines on selected and specific sites in the Arctic.

Operational Guidelines ›
Mandatory guidelines for tour operators that are members of AECO.
BIOSECURITY GUIDELINES
Guidelines for protection of the environment

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