Ecotourism means a responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the environment, respects local people and cultures and improves the well-being of local people.

Ecotourism is promoting recycling, water conservation and energy saving. It enhances economical
opportunities for the local communities.

Characteristics of Eco-Tourism
 

• Focusing the travel on local cultures, flora and fauna
• Minimizing the impact of the tourism on the nature
• Traveling without waste and luxury
• Traveling with an environmental concern
• Traveling with a sensitivity to the local society and with a cultural respect
• Maintaining positive relationship of hosts and travelers
• Providing jobs to diverse local populations
• Considering of ecotourism programs.

(Definition and principles of Ecotourism were established by The International Ecotourism Society, TIES, in 1990)

Ecotourism Israel - Eco and Sustainable Tourism Israel

















The Ecological Tourism Organization in Israel promotes sustainability and eco-tourism awareness and implementation in Israel.

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