26 Eco‑Friendly Travel Gifts for 2025 (Sustainable Options)

Orbitkey is one of the B Corp brands we’re most excited about this year, and while this key organizer looks small, it is mighty. In the leather-free version, it’s durable and waterproof and helps even the most put-together travelers take their key storage up a notch.

Orbitkey is a company that measures its carbon footprint, and more, with its impact details available at its Sustainability pledge.

The ECOlunchpod (only $13) and ECOdipper ($13) are two of the cutest gifts from the stainless steel collection at this tried-and-true brand that we like for travel containers. If you’re deciding between them, consider how the traveler you’re gifting likes “long snacks” (like pretzels) or is always “dipping” (the ECOdipper is great for hummus or nut butters to take along on a road trip or flight).

For years, we’ve put Ecolunchbox products on our list of the best travel accessories because it’s essential to have a reusable snack container when traveling near and far.

I will admit that when I see solid shampoo, conditioner and body wash, I think, “Oh yes, I’ve been meaning to get that.” And then I forget—multiple times. Maybe it’s because solid shampoo/conditioner comes at a little bit of a higher price point than the regular store-bought kind, but that is why it makes the PERFECT eco-friendly gift!

Solid shampoos do away with the disposable nature of tiny travel-sized plastic bottles that go right to landfill. Any environmentally-forward traveler will appreciate the famous Kitsch solids set as a holiday gift.

The Allbirds Crew socks are made from organic cotton and the company’s proprietary “tree fiber,” which both contribute to lower needs for fertilizer in the growing process. Like other brands I’ll be mentioning, Allbirds is also a certified B Corp, addressing climate impact across carbon emissions, climate change, renewable energy and more.

To get 15% off any holiday gifts at Allbirds, use code HALFHALFTRAVEL15 at checkout when you shop the site. (To learn more about our experience with the brand, head to our Allbirds brand review prior to browsing.)

Help a traveler in your life make the switch to STASHing by getting them hooked on the Stasher bags for eternal reusability in food and “stuff” storage. Stasher bags are designed to stand the test of time and the company’s goal is to keep every product of theirs out of landfill.

To that end, they even partner with Terracycle to responsibly recycle any of their products if one accidentally breaks during use.

TOPO Designs is one of those travel product brands that is COOL, and anyone (including me, or Dan) would be so excited to get a new TOPO gift. Why are they envi-forward? TOPO creates their products with durability, so they actually have a repairs program where they repair any one of their products if it has an issue, keeping as many as possible out of the landfills. So cool!

This travel toothbrush from Little Flower Soap, a small business in Michigan, is a perfect replacement for plastic toothbrushes that are far from compostable. The design of this one is collapsible and fits into a travel dopp kit!

Is it the world’s first “plastic-neutral” pill box? What this means, from brand Port and Polish, is that for every product the company makes, they remove an equal amount of non-compostable plastic (edit: trash) from the world’s oceans. Their products are also shipped in 100% recycled materials.

How’s that for a sleek and chic travel pill box with a hidden purpose?

I got to know the brand Icebreaker from some of my travel dresses for women, and their transparently-sourced merino wool is one of the bigger plusses of shopping from this company. They’re innovating naturally, and working toward a plastic-free journey.

As for the gloves, merino wool gloves provide awesome performance for cold-weather travel, with temperature-regulation, sweat-wicking abilities and odor-resistant materials. Look out for the gloves that have touch-screen-able fingertips.

I’ve had my Ocean Bottle for two years, and here are my favorite things about it (and why it’s a great sustainable travel gift):

• I “actually” use the little silicone loop handle to dig it out of my bag.
• It’s a great size for fitting in backpack side pockets, and cupholders on flights.
• Every purchase from Ocean Bottle helps collect ocean-bound plastic (yuck!) and save our water resources.
• Ocean Bottle is a Certified B Corp, my favorite type of environmentally-conscious business!

Klean Kanteen is a member of 1% for the Planet, Climate Label Certified and also uses materials like 90% recycled steel in the walls of their drink tumbler products!

This awesome activewear headband is moisture-wicking, so it is great for adventure travel during fall, winter and early spring. Bonus points go to all-star sustainable travel brand Patagonia for giving profits to our planet, and taking responsibility for environmental impact.

Terra Thread uses organic cotton, and also supports Feeding America with every purchase from their website directly. The cotton used in this organic-look laptop case is Certified Fairtrade Organic cotton canvas and made in a Fair Trade Certified™ factory. This is a purchase to feel good about, in a world where things are less and less transparent.

If you know a traveler into merino wool this and that, have you considered surprising them with merino wool undergarments? Don’t be embarrassed—merino wool underwear is AWESOME, and you bet I’m proud to say that I wear it, too!

Ibex is a company that works to source sustainably, and “Buy Less, Buy Better”—making quality products so that you can wear them longer and avoid wasteful fast fashion.

I reviewed Beckett Simonon’s shoes, and my main takeaway was that this company eliminates excess products on their shelves by making everything made to order. Ordering made-to-order shoes is hard, if you’re not the one you’re shopping for, so I found that they make both men’s and women’s belts, crafted by the same artisans in Colombia who take great care in each leather product and turn out fantastically high-quality goods.

If you read my Canvelle fanny pack review, you’ll know that the Canvelle fanny pack, the brand’s hallmark product, is made from the plastic in 25 recycled bottles. Also, it is machine-washable. Such a favorite of mine for travel days, flights and sightseeing.

While the original fanny is $115, the “everyday” side release buckle model is currently on sale. Read my Side Release Buckle Fanny Pack review to see it in action.

Sherpa is one of my favorite warm and fuzzy materials for cozying up, and this travel blanket from well-known brand prAna is a recycled product for sustainability points. Curious about prAna’s environmental impact before you shop their site? They have a Sustainability page to browse.

I thought I had tried all the world’s packing cubes, but then I tried the ones from Quince and the zippers glide better, the mesh windows are more useful and the array of sizes can’t be beat. These are the true travel gift for this year and they’re made from 61 recycled bottles.

Get the full picture at my Quince Compression Packing Cube review.

A tech-forward and style-focused traveler on your list will love the Bellroy Passport Cover, which has RFID protection, magnetic closure (so satisfying), space for up to two standard passports AND a build from an eco-friendly leather alternative. Because it’s Bellroy, it looks good, and comes from a B Corp brand, so they’re making products aimed to be used as long as possible with quality.

I love the ideal of the Capsule Starter Set. It’s the easiest way to start taking disposable travel-sized containers out of the travel equation. Instead, fill up the aesthetically-pleasing “capsules” with preferred beauty and toiletry products. They are TSA-compliant!

For cold weather travel, wouldn’t anyone want a merino wool winter hat? Unbound Merino is one of the leading travel brands in merino wool, with the antithesis to fast fashion, as hats like these never go out of style and are made for continued wear.

With the well-known Paka Hoodie and now, the newer Women’s Hoodie (with a true women’s fit), the Paka sweaters are soft, warm, special and sustainably crafted in Peru with female artisans in rural communities. These are travel gifts with a real story, and each one is hand-signed by the woman who loomed it. Read more about the brand at my Paka brand review before shopping their site.

I think it is fair to say I am obsessed with my Finisterre Stormbird Rain Jacket. At my Finisterre women’s review, you’ll see more photos, as well as the details about how this brand operates with an Earth-conscious mantra. Finisterre is one of the first brands I think of when I think “eco-friendly,” and they prioritize environmental impact with recycled fabrics, and PFA-free waterproofing. This jacket is superb for staying dry while outdoorsing and is an all-star travel gift.

This is one of the most eco-friendly backpacks I own, and it is the true backpack that does it all for all kinds of travels (from camping, to backpacking to city trips). What’s so cool about the “Del Dia” style is that no two Del Dia backpacks are alike, in that no two have the same fabric color combinations, buckle colors or zipper colors. What a fun way to have a fun style that also supports eliminating fabric waste, and from one of the best-known travel brands.

Read my Cotopaxi Allpa 42L review to see where I’ve taken this trusty backpack.

I think it is also fair to say that I’m a huge spokesperson for the Troubadour Apex Mini, a petite daypack from the Troubadour brand that I find to be full of useful travel features and of exceptional quality.

I have it hanging in my closet and it’s the first bag I think of when I want to zip out to the city or for a weekend getaway. Your favorite travelers will find it equally delightful—it has secret pockets, ergonomic straps, strong fabrics, and a sleek interior water bottle holder.

Read my full Apex Mini review to see the full specs!

Avoid the stuff and the clutter by gifting a tour, somewhere cool in the world. I’ve done Get Your Guide tours in Guatemala and beyond, seeing the world and having new experiences with trusted guides who’ve taught me things I couldn’t have learned in books.

Check out tours at Get Your Guide, as they have tour options in tons of countries! This is also a sustainable way to eliminate getting more “things” that clutter up your house (or the house of someone on your holiday gift list).