Eco Tourism 1

ECOTOURISMFor every minute, the future is becoming the past

Conceptual definitions Ceballas(1987)

Traveling to relatively undisturbed, uncontaminated natural areas.

Specific objectives of studying, admiring and enjoying the scenery

Studying wild plants and animalsStudying cultural manifestations of

the areas

Ziffer(1989)

Highlighted conservation

Natural based

Economical and cultural components

Boo(1991)

Highlighted natural and conservation

components

Educational and economic

components

Forestry Tasmania(1994)

Emphasized onNature basedEducationalSocialSustainable

Blamey(1995)

Four main componentsNature basedEnvironmentally educatedSustainably managedDistance/time

EAA (2000) According to this

Ecological sustainable tourism Primary focus on experiencing natural

areas. Fosters environmental and cultural

understanding. Appreciation and conservation.

Comparison of all

Three main components It is natural based It is educational and sustainable

management It includes economic, cultural

and ethical issues

Core emphasisNatural based componentsProtected and non protected areas

Educational componentsInterpretations and training programs

Sustainability componentsSocial cultural elements rather than

economic

Exact definition Occurs in natural settings Attempt to increase benefits to

Economy Society Environment

Sustainable educational practices from locals to tourists and vice versa

Raghu MukeshTypes of Ecotourism

Types of Ecotourism

Nature-based tourism

Cultural tourism

Adventure tourism

Hybrids

3S tourism

Nature-based tourism

Focus on cultural attributes of area.

Large jungle lodges

Cruise ships to view penguins in Antarctica.

Visiting zoological park

Botanical gardens

Aquariums & aviaries

Cultural tourism

Interacting and observing unique culturesLearning from other culturesLearning about traditional values

Adventure tourism

Unusual experience includes risk and

uncertainty.

Higher levels of physical exertion

Interaction between participant & attraction

White water rafting

Hiking steep mountain slopes

Adventure tourism

White water rafting Hiking steep mountain

Hybrids

Combines cultural tourism & adventure tourism

Mentally & physically challenging experiences.

Sustainable nature/culture package

3S Tourism

Sea Sand SunAssociated with large scale & mass resort

tourismAppreciate & learn about the marine

environmentScuba divingSkin divingSnorkeling & submarine tours.

Sea Sand Sun

Scuba diving Snorkeling

Niroshan PereraTypes of Ecotourism

TYPES OF ECOTOURISM

•Green tourism•Agro tourism •Consumptive tourism •Non consumptive tourism

Green tourism

• Activity or facility operating in an environmentally friendly fashion

• Create awareness of resources are coming from and where wastes are going.

Agro tourism

• Agro tourism capitalizes on rural culture

• Encourage to experience agricultural life

• Opportunity to work in the field with farmers

• Additional income local farmers

• Visitors stay on working farm

Agro tourism

Consumptive tourism

• Involves tangible experience with environment– Hunting– Fishing

Non consumptive

• Involves Intangible experiences – Bird watching– Wildlife observation – Nature observation

Ecotourism activities• Aboriginal tourism • Nature photography

Ecotourism activities

• Outdoor research • Whale watching

Ecotourism activities

• Outdoor education • Stargazing

LIU XIAO TONGCountry and type of ecotourism

Ecotourism Country and type of ecotourism

COSTA RICA

• Nature – based• Adventure tourism• Green tourism• Culture

Ecotourism Country and type of ecotourism

NEPAL

• Nature – based• Adventure tourism• Multi sports• Responsible tourism

Ecotourism Country and type of ecotourism

KENYA

• Nature – based• Adventure tourism• Responsible tourism • Green tourism• Cultural

Ecotourism Country and type of ecotourism

AUSTRALIA

• Nature – based• Adventure tourism• Responsible tourism • Green tourism• Culture

Ecotourism Country and type of ecotourism

BRAZIL

• Nature – based• Green tourism• Responsible tourism

Ecotourism Country and type of ecotourism

SOUTH AFRICA

• Nature – based• Adventure tourism• Responsible tourism• Cultural• Sustainable tourism•S.Africa is a big state for ecotourism

Willem

Ecotourism Statistics

TIES (The International Ecotourism System) publish that if tourism were a country, it would have the 2nd largest economy after U.S.

Ecotourism Statistics

10.93% (700 million)

25% (1.6 billion)

Ecotourism Statistics

World population 6.4 Billion

Ecotourism Statistics Beginning in 1990s, ecotourism has

been growing 20% - 34% per year In 2004, ecotourism was growing 3

times more faster than tourism industry as whole

Ecotourism Statistics Customer Demand

More than 2/3 of U.S. and Australian travelers and 90% of British tourist consider active protection of the environment and support of local communities to be part of a hotel’s industry

Half of those in Britain prefer to go with a company that have written code to guarantee good working conditions, protect the environment and support local charities in the tourist destinations

Ecotourism Statistics Customer Demand

In U.K. survey, 87% travelers prefer holiday that don’t damage the environment, and 39% said were prepared to pay 5% extra for ethical guarantees

95% of Swiss tourist consider respect for local culture to be highly important when choosing a holiday

Ecotourism Statistics Ecotourism facts

50 : 50 in gender 82% were colleges graduates, high level of

education more interest compare to low of education

No differences between general or experienced They willing to spend more than general tourist After 1st experience, most of tourist would like

for second trip for enjoy scenery and new places

Ecotourism Statistics

Ecotourism Statistics TOP 5 Ecotourism

Visiting parks Hiking Explore a preserved area Wildlife viewing Natural trail in ecosystem

Benefits of EcotourismMohamed Zafry

Benefits of Ecotourism

• Minimize impact to the ecosystem• Financial benefits for conservation• Creates environment awareness• Financial benefits and empowerment for

local people• Respects local culture• Supports human rights and democratic

movements• Encourages small scale infrastructure

construction

Minimize impact to the ecosystem

Minimize impact to the ecosystem

• Hotel room • Ecological hotels

Minimize impact to the ecosystem

• Laragai House

Financial benefits for conservation

– Funds for environment protection– Funds for research and education

Financial benefits for local people

– Local community must receive tangible benefits

– Ecotourism a tool for rural development

Creates environmental awareness

– Educates tourists and residents– Spread awareness of environmental

problems

Respects local culture

– Minimizes cultural intrusion and exploitation

Supports human rights and democratic movements

– Demands holistic approach to travel– Make the trip rewarding personally

and politically

Encourages small scale infrastructure construction

– Construction of small scale hotels– Developing transportation

Profit over Protection

Conclusion

Rukshan Jayasinghe

Guidelines for eco touristsGuidelines for eco tourists

MissionMission

VisionVision

ValuesValues

SummerySummery

ReferenceReference

Question & AnswersQuestion & Answers

Guidelines for eco touristsGuidelines for eco tourists

Before you go

– Choose your travel provider on their principles

– Educate yourself about the destination

– Be aware of local history

– Be gift sensitive

During your stay

– Observe local customs

– Demonstrate responsible behavior to travelers

– Be sensitive to display of wealth

– Comply to international environment conventions

Guidelines for eco touristsGuidelines for eco tourists

Guidelines for eco touristsGuidelines for eco tourists

On your return

– Continue with your commitment

– Support organizations and societies

– Increase Awareness

– Please follow the guidelines

Value

• Save the environment for our future generation

• Respect the environment as our existence depends on this

References• Books

– Ecotourism By Stephen J Page & Rose K Dowling– Ecotourism By David Weaver– Eco-Touring By Magnus Elander & Staffan Widstrand

• Web sites– www.GoodTravelCompany.com– www.ecotourism.org– www.responsibletravel.com– www.ecotourdirectory.com– www.greengreenworld.com– www.itsagreengreenworld.com