Preserving Biodiversity Through Eco-tourism
Preserving Biodiversity Through Eco-tourism – Ecotourism is the fastest growing sector in the tourism industry, accounting for 25 percent of global tourism. According to the United Nations World Tourism Organization, the number of ecotourists is growing annually by 20 percent.
Kazakhstan, with its abundance of untouched natural sites, has a huge potential for the development of ecotourism. Amazing natural landscapes, unique ecological routes, combined with ethno-cultural tourism, will impress even the most demanding tourist.
Preserving Biodiversity Through Eco-tourism
The International Ecotourism Society defines ecotourism as responsible travel to natural areas that preserves the environment, supports the well-being of the local community and involves tourism and educational activities.
Table 4 From Role Of Ecotourism In Sustainable Development
The main feature of ecotourism is the preservation of biodiversity and ecosystems when visiting natural areas. Ecotourism also enables the creation of economic conditions in which nature conservation becomes beneficial for local communities.
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