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    Ecotourism involves responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the environment and supports local people through interpretation and education. It focuses on appreciating nature and culture. The Tayrona National Natural Park in Colombia is recommended for its spectacular scenery and wildlife like whales and birds. Ecotourism faces challenges from poor management but offers opportunities to sensitize tourists about environment and culture protection.

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    Ecotourism involves responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the environment and supports local people through interpretation and education. It focuses on appreciating nature and culture. The Tayrona National Natural Park in Colombia is recommended for its spectacular scenery and wildlife like whales and birds. Ecotourism faces challenges from poor management but offers opportunities to sensitize tourists about environment and culture protection.

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    Ecotourism involves responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the environment and supports local people through interpretation and education. It focuses on appreciating nature and culture. The Tayrona National Natural Park in Colombia is recommended for its spectacular scenery and wildlife like whales and birds. Ecotourism faces challenges from poor management but offers opportunities to sensitize tourists about environment and culture protection.

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    What is ecotourism?

    Responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the environment supports the
    well-being of local people and involves interpretation and education.
    It revolves around nature and the main motivation of tourists is the observation and
    appreciation of the natural environment, as well as the traditional cultures
    prevailing in natural areas. It includes pedagogical aspects and interpretation of
    nature.
    How would you compare ecotourism with regular tourism?
    Ecotourism offers us the possibility of living an enriching experience and enjoying it
    to the fullest in a more complete and personal way. Unlike conventional tour
    packages, each experience offered by an ecotourism excursion is unique and
    unrepeatable.
    If a foreigner asks you about a place to do ecotourism in Colombia, what
    place would you recommend and why?
    I would recommend the Tayrona National Natural Park, it is one of the most
    spectacular and a perfect place for ecotourism in Colombia.
    The Tayrona National Natural Park, located on the Chocó coast, is an ideal place;
    In addition, to see a large number of migratory birds and whales that arrive in the
    Pacific is one of the best shows that can be seen. Here you can also do snorkeling,
    ecological walks, diving and of course, rest and enjoy all of nature.
    What are some of the biggest challenges and opportunities for ecotourism?
    As an advantage, it involves the tourist by integrating him into the different areas of
    natural interest in a region. The main disadvantage of this tourist alternative occurs
    when there is a poor implementation of the different branches of ecotourism by its
    managers. An example is the construction of tourist infrastructure in protected
    areas with negative impacts on sustainable development. In this sense, the
    solution is to make people aware of the consequences that irresponsible tourism
    planning can cause to the planet in the long term. Ecotourism facilitates activities
    for adults and children that allow them to enjoy the nature that surrounds them in
    harmony. Among others, we can mention: Coexistence with natural spaces, enjoy
    the flora and fauna, caving, kayaking, surfing, mountaineering, diving, climbing, hot
    air ballooning, relaxation and meditation activities, hiking, skydiving, etc. All this is
    complemented by interaction with the social and cultural environment.
    Ecotourism then intends that visitors value the culture of these peoples, which in
    many cases is characterized by: Respecting, conserving and worshiping nature as
    part of their daily lives.
    An important challenge of ecotourism is to sensitize the tourist with the protection
    of the environment and the culture of the ancestral populations that can coexist
    with it. The reality is that the sustainability of these cultures depends directly on the
    value given to their worldview and customs.
    How can ecotourism help communities?
    Minimize physical, social, behavioral and psychological impacts. Create
    environmental and cultural awareness and respect. Provide positive experiences
    for both tourists and locals. Provide direct financial benefits for conservation.
    Ecotourism is reducing poverty and doing more to protect local environments and
    even improve their conditions.

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