sustainable ecotourism is about uniting conservation, communities, and sustainable travel

 

participating in ecotourism activities means following the ecotourism principles

 

 

• tourism is a principle “export” for 83% of developing countries, and the leading export for many of the poorest countries
• for the world’s 40 poorest countries, tourism is the second most important source of foreign exchange, after oil
• international tourism in developing countries is increasing by 9.5% a year compared to 4.6% worldwide

  

 

  

tropical consults´ target is to consider the most important principles about ecotourism in its daily business: 

• build environmental and cultural awareness and respect 
• provide positive experiences for both visitors and hosts
• provide direct financial benefits for conservation
• provide financial benefits and empowerment for local people
• raise sensitivity
• minimize environmental impact