5 Best Australian Zero Waste Products for Travel

Do you live in Australia or New Zealand and want to travel plastic free? Saying no to takeaway containers, cups, cutlery, and plastic bags, has never been easier! Here are the best zero waste products near you, for greener travel.

Must have Zero Waste Products

These 5 eco travel/ zero waste products are essential to improve your green footprint on the road.

1. Bamboo Lunchbox

Do you love to taste the delicious local cuisines at markets or food stalls when you travel? Unfortunately, most of those “takeaway” options are either served on a plastic plate, a plastic takeaway container, or in a Styrofoam box. These single use plastic items will virtually never breakdown.

To attain a more zero waste lifestyle, The Senda Essential Bamboo Lunchbox is made out of sustainably sourced biodegradable bamboo fiber and cornstarch, with a silicone seal to ensure a snug fit and an elastic band for security. It can fit 700 ml capacity.

We have filled this box with tortillas in Guatemala, vegan eats in Grenada, and snacks in Jamaica. It’s the perfect stylish and sustainable lunch box to bring on your travels or give to a friend as an eco friendly gift (just make sure you wrap it sustainably).

Details:

• Sustainably Sourced Organic Bamboo
• BPA free
• Colour White
• Silicone Seal
• Black Elastic Strap 
• 700 ml capacity
• 20*11*6.5 cm

2. Wooden Cutlery Set & Bamboo Straw

Single use plastic straws and utensils are often used in bars are restaurants, especially overseas. That’s why we love to bring Senda’s zero waste Beech Wood cutlery set with a Bamboo straw (& cleaner). Whether you want to sip on a cocktail in the Virgin Islands, or eat some takeaway at the beach, this set is perfect to bring on your next vacation.

Details:

• Bamboo Straw + Cleaner
•  Fork
•  Spoon
•  Knife
• Cotton Bag
• FSC Certified Wood

3. Organic Cotton Mesh Bag

Light and easy to fold up, this organic cotton mesh bag is perfect for grocery shopping on the road. Whether you want a bag for fresh fruit, loose veggies, or delicious bakery goods from Antigua, this is the best alternative to single use plastic bags!

Details:

•  Certified (GOTS) Organic Cotton
• Natural Colour
• Washable
• 28*38 cm

4. Stainless Steel Bottle

Refilling your own bottle when travelling can help you avoid plastic bottles. This stainless steel water bottle is perfect to put in the side of your bag and can keep you hydrated when visiting unique destinations.

Details:

• Quality Food Grade 304 Stainless Steel
• Sustainably Sourced Bamboo lid
• BPA free
• Stainless Finish
• Wide mouth for quick gulps, easy refilling and cleaning
• Practical handle for carrying
• 800ml capacity
• 26*7.2cm

5. Cotton Tote Bag

Having a collection of reusable bags is the best way to say goodbye to plastic bags when shopping. This cotton tote bag can hold all your zero waste travel essentials, as well as produce you buy at the shops.

Details:

• Certified (GOTS) Organic Cotton
• Bag Material 8oz Cotton
• Handle Material 10oz Cotton
• Bag 40*40 cm
• Handle 66*2.5 cm

Zero Waste Travel Essentials

If you want the perfect combination of zero waste travel products, then this pack is for you. Including each of the above 5 products and a roll-up water bottle, this eco travel set is perfect to take on the plane, or on your adventures around the world.

Details:

• 800ml Stainless Steel Water Bottle
• 600ml Foldable Water Bottle
• Organic Bamboo Lunchbox
• Cutlery and Straw Set
• Organic Cotton Tote
• Organic Mesh Bag
• Senda’s Tote has plenty of space to hold all your essentials
• Under 1kg

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Zero Waste products?

Zero waste products are ones that you can reuse, over and over again. They avoid sending waste to the landfill. This could be a reusable bottle, or bulk food that you put in your cotton net bags, or zero waste makeup that’s packaged in reusable glass jars.

Zero waste living is “being conscious and mindful of your waste footprint”. Being diligent in saying no to plastic and incorporating plastic alternatives is a great way to start.

Is it possible to live 100% Zero Waste?

It depends on how you define “Zero Waste”.

• Waste as an end product
• Waste during the process

If you look at waste produced during the making of a product, there will most likely be carbon dioxide emitted (at some point during this process). Whether creating solar panels, or the production of your reusable products, there is almost always some form of waste attached to it.

If you look at waste as an end product, and there are ways that you can upcycle or reuse the product, it can be deemed as zero waste.

What difference does a zero waste lifestyle actually make?

Incorporating sustainable and zero waste choices into your life do make a difference. With more and more landfills around the world overflowing, the levels of trash entering our waterways are increasing! Now is the time to take action by reducing our plastic waste.

The more of us that avoid purchasing products in plastic packaging, and choose more eco friendly and natural options, the more it’s telling the supermarkets, and the big companies that this is an important issue for the consumer, and one that needs to change if they want to continue having our business.

We are the ones that have the power to drive change.

Zero Waste Vs Recycling

Recycling is a complicated process, as plastics need to be sorted, cleaned, and placed in their respective recycling bin. It also does not happen often enough. Worldwide we consume 1 million plastic bottles per minute, with 91% of them not being recycled. We cannot keep up with the demand.

The idea of zero waste is to eliminate the recycling process all together. Ideally, everything gets reused.

Where to buy Zero Waste Products

If you want more products for your zero waste lifestyle, we’ve listed some great plastic-free products in our Eco Store. From stainless steel straws to eco friendly toiletries such as bamboo toothbrushes, plastic free dental floss, safety razors, there are some easy zero waste swaps to help you attain a more sustainable lifestyle!

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