What’s the deal with Eco-Tourism?
The ultimate objective of eco-tourism is to have a pleasant and enriching experience of nature, and at the same time, cause the least possible disturbance to the ecosystems. The guides have strict environmental policies, which we hope will be instilled in you. This includes: having respect for people, fellow travellers and the places you visit, responsible approach to fauna and flora, effective waste management; considerate behaviour in game reserves; and respect for the specific country’s customs, laws and environment. Most of the countries are members of CITES (Convention of International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora). One of the most important things to remember is not to buy ANY products made from ivory and skins. These may be confiscated by customs anyway, so it’s not really worth the risk. Please be aware that the purchase of any wooden carving does place a strain on forest resources, and that the removal of coral and shells is destructive to the reefs.
