Modern education seeks new ways to move beyond the classroom and integrate with the environment to promote values such as sustainability, coexistence, and environmental respect. In this context, nature-based adventure experiences have become valuable pedagogical tools.

In the province of Barcelona, numerous companies offer adventure activities specifically designed for educational institutions. These programs allow children and young people to explore and enjoy the natural environment while developing essential skills such as teamwork, self-confidence, and a connection with nature.

In this article, we present three outstanding examples of companies that have obtained Biosphere certification for their commitment to sustainability. Their initiatives not only promote active learning but are also aligned with a model of responsible tourism that respects both the environment and local communities.

EMOCIONS. Educational activities in natural settings.

The company Emocions offers a dynamic and interactive alternative to traditional teaching, incorporating environmental respect into all its activities. Its offerings range from skiing trips in Masella during winter to summer camps by the sea in Alt Empordà, as well as nature-based getaways in the mountains. Destinations include iconic areas such as Sant Llorenç del Munt Natural Park, Montserrat Natural Park, and Vallparadís Park.

Emocions stands out for its good labor practices and support for local economic development. Its programs are tailored to the needs of each school, ensuring that activities are relevant, safe, and complementary to the school curriculum.

Led by a team of professionals specialized in environmental education and outdoor activities, this company promotes essential values such as sustainability and appreciation for the natural environment. All of this guarantees a transformative educational experience in direct contact with nature.

BLAUMAR: Activities to learn about the seabed

With more than four decades of experience, Blaumar offers educational activities designed to foster a connection with the sea and marine biodiversity. Its goal is to instill in young people an active awareness of the need to protect the marine environment.

The company organizes boat trips and beach activities that allow students to explore the coastal ecosystem, and the flora and fauna of the Mataró coast and surrounding areas. Its educational programs, adapted to all school levels, include workshops to identify marine species, observe microscopic organisms, and understand how beaches are formed.

Thanks to its playful and educational approach, Blaumar is a leading reference in marine environmental education, offering students the opportunity to discover the environment through a scientific, responsible, and participatory lens.

ANIGAMI. Adventure and learning in Collsacabra.

Located in the natural surroundings of Collsacabra, Anigami is much more than an adventure park. Since 1992, the company has embraced education through experience, combining recreational activities with a strong educational component.

Its extensive catalog includes activities such as archery, zip-lining, paintball, climbing walls, lightbulb-making workshops, scavenger hunts, a farm school, and themed escape rooms. These programs are designed for preschool, elementary, and secondary students and aim to foster teamwork, creative thinking, and a connection with the natural environment.

Anigami offers a comprehensive experience where active leisure becomes a path to learning and personal development, always from a sustainable perspective.

Education, sustainability, and the Sustainable Development Goals.

These outdoor educational experiences not only enrich student learning but are also aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Specifically, they contribute to SDG 4 (Quality Education) by promoting innovative and participatory methodologies; SDG 13 (Climate Action) by raising awareness among youth about the importance of protecting the environment; and SDG 15 (Life on Land) by encouraging respect for and conservation of biodiversity.

Moreover, by obtaining Biosphere certification, these companies validate their commitment to an educational and tourism model that balances social, economic, and environmental impact. A guarantee that learning can also be a sustainable and transformative act.