The document discusses ecotourism, defining it as responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the environment and improves well-being of local people. It describes ecotourists as those interested in social, economic, and environmental sustainability who seek authentic local experiences and opportunities to benefit local communities. The document also outlines characteristics of ecotourism, its evolution, significance, potential negative impacts, examples of ecotourism projects and destinations in the Philippines and worldwide.

1. Prepared by Kurtz Lyle Mira Borata

2. Ecotourism is: “ Responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the environment and improves the well-being of local people. ” (TIES, 1990) What is Ecotourism? KLMB 2011

3. Who is Eco-tourist? Ecotourism appeals to a wide range of travelers, of all ages and interests. Travelers who choose ecotourism are responsible consumers interested in social, economic and environmental sustainability. KLMB 2011

4. Who is Eco-tourist? Seeking authentic local experiences and opportunities to give back to the communities they visit. Increasingly, eco-tourists are also seeking to minimize the carbon footprint of their travel, traveling with climate in mind by planning wisely and choosing consciously. KLMB 2011

5. Characteristics of Ecotourism Involves travel to natural destinations Minimizes impact Builds environmental awareness Provides direct financial benefits for conservation Provides financial benefits and empowerment for local people Respects local culture Supports human rights and democratic movements KLMB 2011

6. Evolution of Ecotourism Ecotourism first grew out of the global environmental movement in the late 1970s. More recently, ecotourism has helped to spawn a variety of new terms, such as sustainable tourism, pro-poor tourism, and responsible tourism. KLMB 2011

7. Evolution of Ecotourism An important trend within the development of sustainable tourism is initiatives to mainstream sustainability within travel and tourism, by taking the principles and good practices of ecotourism and applying them to wider swath of the market. KLMB 2011

8. Significance of Ecotourism Ecotourism provides effective economic incentives for conserving and enhancing bio-cultural diversity and helps protect the natural and cultural heritage of our beautiful planet. By increasing capacity building opportunities, ecotourism is also an effective vehicle for empowering local communities around the world to fight against poverty and to achieve sustainable development. KLMB 2011

9. Negative Impacts of Ecotourism Source of conflict over control of land, resources, and tourism profits. Environmental degradation. Disturbance to the Nature’s Fauna & Flora. Threats to indigenous cultures. Displacement of people. KLMB 2011

10. PHILIPPINES ECOTOURISM

11. Philippines Ecotourism Local Projects Philippine Raptors Conservation Program Tamaraw Conservation Program Crocodile Farming Institute Calauit Game Preserve and Bird Sanctuary Project Pawikan Conservation Program Caves Management and Conservation Program Dalaw Turo Outreach Program KLMB 2011

12. IFUGAO RICE TERRACES SUMAGUIG CAVE BALBALASANG NATIONAL PARK HANGING COFFINS KLMB 2011 PHILIPPINES ECOTOURISM

13. National Capital Region KLMB 2011 LA MESA ECO-PARK LAS PINAS/PARANAQUE CRITICAL HABITAT NINOY AQUINO PARKS AND NATURES CENTER PASIG RAINFOREST PARK PHILIPPINES ECOTOURISM

14. REGION I (ILOCOS REGION) KLMB 2011 HUNDRED ISLAND NATIONAL PARK LA UNION BOTANICAL GARDEN LA UNION SURFING VIGAN HERITAGE VILLAGE PHILIPPINES ECOTOURISM

15. CAGAYAN VALLEY REGION KLMB 2011 IMUGAN WATERFALLS MT. IRAYA CAPISAAN CAVE GOVERNOR RAPIDS PHILIPPINES ECOTOURISM

16. REGION III (CENTRAL LUZON) KLMB 2011 Mt. Pinatubo PHILIPPINES ECOTOURISM

17. SOUTHERN TAGALOG REGION KLMB 2011 MT. GUITING GUITING PARK EL NIDO MARINE RESERVE TAAL VOLCANO ISLAND PUERTO PRINCESA SUBTERRENEAN RIVER NATIONAL PARK PHILIPPINES ECOTOURISM

18. Bicol Region KLMB 2011 Mayon Volcano PHILIPPINES ECOTOURISM

19. WESTERN VISAYAS KLMB 2011 MT. KANLAON NATURAL PARK PHILIPPINES ECOTOURISM

20. CENTRAL VISAYAS REGION KLMB 2011 OLANGO ISLAND WILDLIFE SANCTUARY CAMBUHAT RIVER AND VILLAGE TOUR MALAPASCUA ISLAND SIMPLY BUTTERFLIES CONSERVATION CENTER PHILIPPINES ECOTOURISM

21. EASTERN VISAYAS KLMB 2011 CALBIGA CAVES PROTECTED LANDSCAPE BIRI-LAROSA PROTECTED LAKE DANAO NATURAL PARK ULOT RIVER PHILIPPINES ECOTOURISM

22. REGION X KLMB 2011 GARDEN OF MALASAG ECO-TOURISM VILLAGE MACAHAMBUS ADVENTURE PARK WHITE WATER RAFTING (CDO) MIS. OCC. AQUAMARINE PARK PHILIPPINES ECOTOURISM

23. DAVAO REGION KLMB 2011 MOUNT APO PHILIPPINES ECOTOURISM

24. SOUTH CENTRAL MINDANAO REGION KLMB 2011 KIWA ADVENTURE PARK NEW- ISRAEL ECO-PARK LAKE HOLON/MT. PARKER SEVEN WATERFALLS PHILIPPINES ECOTOURISM

25. CARAGA REGION KLMB 2011 SIARGAO ISLAND LAKE MAINIT AGUSAN MARSH WILDLIFE SANCTUARY DINAGAT ISLANDS PHILIPPINES ECOTOURISM

26. WORLD ecoDESTINATIONS

27. COSTA RICA KLMB 2011 WORLD ecoDESTINATIONS

28. The United Kingdom KLMB 2011 WORLD ecoDESTINATIONS

29. Western United States: The Wild West KLMB 2011 WORLD ecoDESTINATIONS

30. BRAZIL KLMB 2011 WORLD ecoDESTINATIONS

31. The Caribbean KLMB 2011 WORLD ecoDESTINATIONS

32. PERU KLMB 2011 WORLD ecoDESTINATIONS

33. INDIA KLMB 2011 WORLD ecoDESTINATIONS

34. MEXICO KLMB 2011 WORLD ecoDESTINATIONS

35. OREGON, USA KLMB 2011 WORLD ecoDESTINATIONS

36. AFRICA KLMB 2011 WORLD ecoDESTINATIONS

37. SCANDINAVIA KLMB 2011 WORLD ecoDESTINATIONS

38. Why should I become involved in ecotourism? KLMB 2011

39. Accdg. to TIES, Ecotourism is a tool that provides opportunities - a financially viable tool that provides sustainable solutions to economic challenges and conservation needs of local people; an alternative means of supporting rural economies to help revitalize and sustain local heritage; and a market-linked force connecting and empowering stakeholders. Why should I become involved in ecotourism? KLMB 2011

40. SOURCE: KLMB 2011