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What is ecotourism?

"Ecotourism is a form of responsible travel in natural areas which contributes to the protection of the environment and welfare of local population.

International Society of ecotourism

It includes the following principles:

  • He actively contributes to the protection of the natural and cultural heritage,
  • It includes local communities in its planning, its development and its exploitation and contributing to their welfare,
  • It offers an interpretation of the natural and cultural heritage,
  • He makes it easier for individual travellers as well as tour packages in fragile areas,
  • It involves travel in small groups, an ethical commitment against local populations, or even, a contribution to conservation programs and local development.

For the association, ecotourism only works following the Charter of the 7 commitments that implements everyone in its activities.

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