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What is Ecotourism
is tourism based on the
natural world, with an
emphasis on sustainability.
This sort of tourism
promotes both domestic
and international travel
while protecting the natural
environment and benefiting
the local population.
 According to the International Ecotourism Society,
ecotourists should be guided by the following
principles:

Minimize Focus on Contribute to Respect and

social, environmenta conservation, empower
behavioral, l and cultural either locals to
and awareness physically or ensure that
psychological financially your presence
impact has a positive
impact
 Certification for ecotourism operators in order to
maintain best practice standards

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preservation management interaction cultural
and cleanup and heritage
conservation

The guiding principles and best practices of ecotourism seek to ensure that a sustainable
tourism business benefits visitors, residents, and the environment alike.
Ecotourism
Activities
Responsible ecotourism activities can be fun,
educational, and fulfilling. Here are a few
ecotourism examples:
 Travel to Nature
Destinations
Responsible travel to natural places
protects the environment and
improves the well-being of local
residents. It is tourism that focuses on
an area's natural attractions.
Examples include birdwatching,
photography, stargazing, camping,
hiking, hunting, fishing, and visiting
parks.
Learning about local
cultural heritage
the cultural and environmental
characteristics that are exclusive to a
certain community or region. It
encompasses both concrete and
ethereal things, such as stories,
memories, and relationships.
Sustainable wilderness
adventures
It encourages the conservation of
natural resources and helps local
communities. Adventure tourism
usually involves small groups of
people that connect more closely with
the environment and local cultures.
Viewing or volunteering
with wildlife
they occur at rescue facilities or
wildlife sanctuaries where injured or
abandoned animals are cared for.
Volunteering with wildlife involves
responsibilities such as observing and
monitoring exotic species for research
and anti-poaching purposes.
Sustainable Tourism
refers to the tourism industry's
sustainable practices. It is a goal to
acknowledge all aspects of tourism,
both positive and harmful. It seeks to
reduce undesirable consequences
while increasing favorable outcomes.
 Homestay Tourism
An alternative form of tourism in
which guests stay with the host's
family in the same house and learn
about their daily lives and those of the
local community.
E c o t o u r i s m
Ben e f i t s
 Ecotourism Benefits
Combats climate change
Reduce human-caused greenhouse gas emissions
dramatically, phase out fossil fuels, and transition to
renewable energy. We must improve our efficiency and use
less energy, as well as combat deforestation and consume
less meat. Because ecotourism focuses on natural
resources, supporting the industry can help reduce carbon
emissions.
 Ecotourism Benefits
Incentivizes maintenance of attractions
Ecotourism offers incentives to increase biodiversity and
protect natural resources.
 Ecotourism Benefits
Provides locals a source of income
Ecotourism can help to alleviate poverty and empower
local indigenous communities by generating job
opportunities.
 Ecotourism Benefits
Promotes conservation
Ecotourism generates revenue, and host communities use
this revenue to invest in the natural resources that attract
tourists.
 Ecotourism Benefits
Educates tourists and locals
Ecotourism activities promote environmental awareness
and education among locals and tourists alike.
 Pot en tia l
w b ac k s of
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Eco to u r is m
Popularity can become a liability
If access to popular natural resources is not
restricted and adequately managed, rising
human foot traffic can eventually destroy the
fragile ecology. Irresponsible ecotourism can
cause noise, litter, and pollution, which can harm
the natural environment.
Disruption of important wildlife
routines
Tourist accommodations can have a negative
impact on local animals. The lights from
beachfront lodgings in tourist regions have been
known to confuse nesting sea turtles and their
hatchlings, who naturally pursue the brightest
source of light. This can result in poor
reproduction for nesting females and injury or
death for hatchlings.
 Less room for locals
In certain cases, indigenous peoples are
displaced or disenfranchised in order to make
way for ecotourism developments and
conservation activities.
 Redirected revenue
There is no guarantee that ecotourism earnings
will not flow back to industrialized countries,
especially if the personnel are not local or the
ecotourism activity is owned by a foreign
company.
 Irresponsible treatment of
animals
Ecotourism providers understand that many
tourists desire to contact with wildlife, therefore
they may allow it even if it is harmful to the
animals.
Types of Ecotourism
Soft Ecotourism Hard Ecotourism
is often the most accessible type is defined by a scientific interest
of tourism. It needs less physical in the environment, biodiversity,
exertion and less disconnection and wildlife. Hard ecotourism is
from civilization, and is often the most affluent sort of
accessible through an ecotourism, and it typically lacks
ecotourism company or a hotel accommodations and
government agency. other luxuries.
Ecotourism Principles
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Provide direct financial
Travel to natural
benefits for conservation
destinations

02 05
Provide financial benefits
Minimize impact and power for local people

03
Build environmental
awareness
06 Respect local culture
07 democratic movements
Support human rights and
 5 C s o f
Eco tou ri sm
 Culture
generates intercultural connections via
education, awareness, and the protection of
cultural heritage and variety. This enables you to
capitalize on the benefits that safe, diversified
communities provide for your organization.
 Conservation
emphasizes the preservation and enhancement
of biodiversity and ecosystem services on and
around your property through efficient habitat,
energy, water, and trash management. This helps
you maintain a healthy natural environment.
 Commerce
incorporates the cultivation of profitability,
resilience, and continuity in your organization in
order to ensure long-term viability through sound
business practices. This allows you to continue to
provide stable employment for those who work
with you, support positive tourism, and invest
more in sustainability, all while ensuring a fair
return.
 Community
involves acknowledging your obligation to the
communities surrounding your business, including
your own team and local organizations, through
fair labor and support for local economic
growth. This allows you to develop solid, mutually
beneficial partnerships.
 Carrying Capacity
Is an imperfect but useful approach to managing
visitors in vulnerable areas