Ecotourism

Ecotourism, also known as ecological tourism, is a form
of tourism that appeals to the ecologically and socially
conscious individuals. Generally speaking, ecotourism
focuses on volunteering, personal growth, and learning
new ways to live on the planet; typically involving travel
to destinations where flora, fauna, and cultural heritage
are the primary attractions.

Key fetures & Benifits of Ecotourism

conservation of biological diversity and cultural diversity,
through ecosystem protection.
promotion of sustainable use of biodiversity, by providing
jobs to local populations.
sharing of socio-economic benefits with local communities
and indigenous people by having their informed consent
and participation in the management of ecotourism enterprises.
tourism to places having unspoiled natural resources, with
minimal impact on the environment being a primary concern.

minimization of tourism's own environmental impact
affordability and lack of waste in the form of luxury
local culture, flora and fauna being the main attractions

The International Ecotourism Society
Provides guidelines and standards, training,
technical assistance, research and publications
to foster sound ecotourism development.

For more information visit www.ecotourism.org