ECOTOURISM

Source: Panguil River Eco-park

The main idea of ecotourism is conservation, education and traveler responsibility. 

What is Ecotourism?

• The relationship between tourist and the community. 
• Touristic activities respectful with the natural, cultural and social environment. 
• Enjoy a positive exchange between residents and visitors. 

Which are the negative impacts from the tourism?

• Damage of the natural environment.
• Water and air pollution
• Disappearance of traditional economic activities
• Modification of ecosystems

This new term was born because of the lack of awareness of the tourist and tourism. In the past the touristic activities involves only the profits for the visitors and nothing for the residents, because of that many societies suffered bad changes 

Source: Green Global Travel

References

Eco-Trips and Travel. The Nature Conservancy. Recovered from https://www.nature.org

What is ecotourism. The International Ecotourism Society. Recovered from http://www.ecotourism.org