Q1-Ecotourism and Other Related Forms

The ecotourism concept is considered the fastest-growing segment of the tourism industry in the 1960s.

Tourism that involves travel to relatively undisturbed or uncontaminated natural areas with the specific object of studying , admiring, and enjoying the scenery, and its wild plants and animals, as well as any existing cultural aspects found in these areas

Ecotourism is generally for large groups.

An ecotourist group that stays in a variety of different types of accommodations, and has the mobility to visit any member of settings.

´This group expects a high degree of organization within their tour, and travel to exotic destinations.

This group often becomes involved in scientific research of an organization or individual and often stays in the same region for extended periods of time.

People who experience nature incidentally as part of a broader trip.

Scientific researchers or members of tours specifically designed for education, removal of litter, or similar purposes.

People who take trips specifically to see protected areas and who want to understand local natural and cultural history.

People who visit unusual destinations

Refers to the accumulated appearance of tourists in a special destination.

Ecotourism is a sub-category of sustainable tourism and thereby contributes to sustainable development and sustainability.

Ecotourism is related to nature, culture, farms, wildlife, and adventure tourism, and can be described as a sub-category of nature and culture tourism, a tourism form that can be practiced on farms or in wildlife, and consists of an adventurous nature.

´Form of tourism that set out to be consistent with natural, cultural, social, and community values, which allow hosts and guests to enjoy positive and worthwhile interaction and shared experiences.

Identify whether the characteristics listed defines Alternative Tourism or Mass Tourism