What examples of ecotourism are happening in Kenya?
Kenya: 5 ecotourism destinations and the animals you could spot
- North-east of the Great Rift Valley.
- The Chyulu Hills.
- Maasai Mara.
- The great wildebeest migration.
- Meru National Park.
How has ecotourism helped Kenya?
Ecotourism Kenya promotes responsible tourism practices within the tourism industry. This entails encouraging the adoption of best practices in the use of tourism resources, working with local communities and managing wastes and emissions.
Why is tourism so important in Kenya?
Tourism in Kenya is a source of foreign exchange and income for the government. This helps reduce dependence on other sectors such as agriculture, which are subject to weather and market conditions that can often be unpredictable. In the past, up to 21% of Kenya’s national income has been derived from tourism.
What are the benefits of tourism in Kenya?
Tourists like to see cultural shows by Maasai warriors and will pay good money for it
Is tourism in Kenya sustainable?
Kenya as a tourist destination has therefore adopted and encouraged sustainable tourism strategies in order to strike a balance between the needs of the industry and those of the local communities. Accordingly it has been found necessary to find ways and means of ploughing back the benefits accruing from tourism to the development of the local population.
What does eco tourism mean?
Eco-tourism is defined as: Connecting conservation, communities, and sustainable travel. This means that those who implement and participate in responsible tourism activities should follow the following eco-tourism principles: minimize impact, build environmental and cultural awareness and respect,…
