Understanding Real Ecotourism

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I have witnessed the evolving phases of Bannerghatta National Park in relation to practicing of ecotourism principles, which is been followed since more than a decade. It is indeed to appreciate about Karnataka Forest Department and State Tourism Department who have have contributed extensively  in maintaining and developing this park. During the year 2007 which was my first visit to this place, I had observed that there were some adherence to ecotourism practices at the park which was like a precedent and case study to other parks and researchers (must confess that it motivated me to take ecotourism as my PhD topic). I have noted in my recent visit to this place that the stakeholders are enormously committed to follow ecotourism practices here. There are many tourism products to see at one place viz. National Wildlife park, Zoo, Butterfly park, food zone with local Chennapatna toys, horse ride, fun rides for kids, etc. The following practices at the park are remarka...

Recently visited to Kannur with family and was mesmerized to see its eco-friendly services provision meant for all types (generations) of customers.  The Muzhappilangad drive-in beach is at its best, well maintained and following the sustainable practices. The Kavvayi Island is unique with a private beach where one can see tiny fish flying/ hopping. Here the government boat services are available which have some specific timings, one needs to enquire and book before visiting. Appreciate the low level of marketing of boat services and facilities as its required to maintain hard ecotourism practices.  Kavvayi Island  St. Angelo Fort is also maintained with no plastic zone with the staffs sincerely following their duties. The local people are fully aware about their responsibility as citizens to maintain the beauty and sustainability of the spot apart from being friendly and supportive to tourists. 

Understanding Real Ecotourism: Check my community post for Asia Pacific Green Tra... : https://greenloons.com/2018/09/25/india-ecotourism-economic-development/

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The Ecotourism practices at Coorg tourist attractions are highly substantial specifically at Nisargadham and Dubare Elephant Camp. The people involved in managing these places are doing commendable job. To exemplify local people are fully involved in the tourism activities which are listed below: At Nisarghadham: Local people are given commercial spaces to put up their stalls of chocolates, apparels, handicrafts, dry fruits, spices, food, wines, etc. Some are deployed  for the upkeep of the area. Some take care of the adventure activities at the spot. Cottages made of bamboos for accommodations are taken care by the local people. At Dubare Elephant Camp: Local  people take care of the transportation activity from the parking area to the camp site, they are involved in the activities like bathing, feeding and training of elephants. The crossing of river to  reach the camp is very adventurous and naturally kept.  Abbey Falls: Local people take care ...

Ecotourism is been initiated in Maharashtra and Nagpur District, credit goes to the Maharashtra State- Nagpur Forest Department Staff who are doing exemplary work in forest conservation and ecotourism development to some extent. Ecotourism development at Nagpur District can be prominently noticed at Pench Tiger Reserve and just introduced in Bor Wildlife Sanctuary and Umred Karhandla Wildlife Sanctuary (UKWLS). Subsequently to some studies here at these sanctuaries it was observed and requested by the local people and Guides of Bor Wildlife Sanctuary and UKWLS that they need more socio- economic welfare considerations for their community development. Guides have appealed for their further safety and security deep inside the forest due to no network, quality of uniform and no jobs during off–season. More informative training programs related to conservation, sustainable practices, and social wellbeing of the participants should be arranged for the tourists and local people. What...