eco-tourism
Nature-conscious vacationing
Eco-tourism is travel to natural areas that aims to conserve the environment and benefit local communities.
The term suggests responsible tourism that minimizes ecological impact while supporting wildlife preservation: The lodge promotes eco-tourism by employing local guides and funding habitat restoration.
Critics note the label is sometimes applied loosely to any nature-focused travel, regardless of actual environmental benefit.
Observing wild avians recreationally
- safariWildlife observation journey
- binocularsHandheld dual-lens magnifier
- naturalistStudent of nature
Protected places of refuge
- reforestationReplanting depleted woodlands
- biodiversityRange of life forms
- stewardshipResponsible care of entrusted things
- restorationReturning something to condition
Wildlife observation journey
- trekkingLong-distance foot travel
- kayakingNavigating slim watercraft seated
- snorkelingSurface swimming with breathing tube
- divingEntering water deliberately
hiking · ziplining · rafting · paddleboarding · camping · glamping · expedition · backpacking
Wet tropical woodland ecosystem
- wetlandsWater-saturated terrain
- coral-reefSubmarine calcium carbonate ecosystem
- mangroveTidal shrub with exposed roots
- savannaTropical grassland, sparse trees
jungle · delta · tundra · mountain · archipelago · Galápagos · Borneo · Amazon
Minimally stressful on body
- solar-poweredEnergized by sunlight
- eco-lodgeEnvironmentally responsible tourist accommodation
- carbon-neutralNet-zero emissions state
- organicFrom living matter
birdwatching
Observing wild avians recreationally
- safariWildlife observation journey
- binocularsHandheld dual-lens magnifier
- naturalistStudent of nature
sanctuaries
Protected places of refuge
- reforestationReplanting depleted woodlands
- biodiversityRange of life forms
- stewardshipResponsible care of entrusted things
safari
Wildlife observation journey
- trekkingLong-distance foot travel
- kayakingNavigating slim watercraft seated
- snorkelingSurface swimming with breathing tube
diving · hiking · ziplining · rafting · paddleboarding · camping · glamping · expedition · backpacking · mountaineering
rainforest
Wet tropical woodland ecosystem
- wetlandsWater-saturated terrain
- coral-reefSubmarine calcium carbonate ecosystem
- mangroveTidal shrub with exposed roots
savanna · jungle · delta · tundra · mountain · archipelago · Galápagos · Borneo · Amazon
low-impact
Minimally stressful on body
- solar-poweredEnergized by sunlight
- eco-lodgeEnvironmentally responsible tourist accommodation
- carbon-neutralNet-zero emissions state
- EcuadorQuito, Guayaquil, Galapagos, Andes, Amazon region
- traveltrip, trips, journey, journeys, travel
- vacationsholiday, family vacation, beach vacation, road trip, beach holiday
- eco-friendlysustainable, fair trade, green, biodegradable, recyclable
- environmentalismconservationism, recycling bins, campaigner, environmentalism, conservationist
- African tourismsafaris, wildlife tours, Serengeti, Victoria Falls, Nile cruises
eco-tourismmass tourism
Large-scale commercial travel
cruise tourism · overtourism · all-inclusive resorts · jet-setting · trophy hunting