3. Ecotourism is ecologically
sustainable tourism with
a primary focus on
experiencing natural
areas that fosters
environmental and
cultural understanding,
appreciation and
conservation
ECOTOURISM
4. ● Observation and appreciation of nature and
culture
● Education and interpretation features
● Generally organized by small groups or locally
owned businesses
● Minimum negative impacts
CORE CHARACTERISTICS
5. - requires a moderate level of physical
involvement by participants and are
less physically challenging than hard
activities.
SOFT ADVENTURE
TOURISM
7. - commonly involve a
higher level of physical or
rugged involvement or a
potentially greater
personal challenge for
participants and the risk
factor also increase.
HARD ADVENTURE
TOURISM
10. CULTURAL
TOURISM
- travel directed toward
experiencing the arts, heritage
and special character of
unique places
-includes arts, cultural
activities and physical heritage
11. ICOMOS
(International Council on Monuments and Sites)
International and domestic cultural visitors
● Attend the theatre, concerts or performing
arts programs
● Go to art craft galleries/workshops or studios
● Attend festivals or fairs
● Visit heritage buildings, sites or monuments
12. EVENTS
TOURISM
- the overnight travelers aged
15 years and above who
participate in the following
activities
● Festivals/fairs or cultural
event
● Organized sporting event
13. OTHER
FORMS
OF
TOURISM
● FARM TOURISM
-well established in Europe,
New Zealand and Australia
● EDUCATIONAL TOURISM
-edu-tourism with the
primary purpose of
engaging in a learning
experience
