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The Evolution of Ecotourism in India: Opportunities and Challenges

Ecotourism in India has evolved significantly since the term was first coined in Costa Rica in the 1970s and defined by IUCN in 1996. It has garnered popularity and industry interest due to its lucrative nature, especially in ecologically sensitive regions like the Andaman Islands and Tamil Nadu. New forms of ecotourism such as rural and adventure tourism have emerged, along with more stakeholders including the Forest Department. However, challenges remain regarding conflicts over jurisdiction, resource use, and the effectiveness of eco-friendly practices, necessitating careful planning and management.

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The Evolution of Ecotourism in India: Opportunities and Challenges

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  1. ecotourism … sustainable enough? EQUATIONS INDIA

  2. Tracing history • 1st coined by tour operator in Costa Rica – 70s • Defined by IUCN – 1996 • Became popular with industry • Lucrative • Cover up • Boost after IYE 2002

  3. Fall out • Tourism in ecologically sensitive regions is being qualified as ecotourism • Opening up more and newer areas • New forms added – rural, adventure etc. • Entry of new players – Forest Dept. • Tourism industry claims on a few eco-friendly practices

  4. Critical areas being targeted • Andaman Islands • Tamil Nadu • Numerous PA’s • Other ecologically rich & sensitive areas

  5. Areas • Andamans • 7 studies & master plans • Tourism vision: MoT-WTO-UNDP • Linked with Phuket • 40 islands for ecotourism • Tamil Nadu • 3 mangrove rich areas

  6. Andamans – corals exposed

  7. Impacts • Conflicts • Dislocation • Conflicts with jurisdiction • Access & resource use • Benefits • Marginal • Few cases to prove

  8. Thank You

  9. Contact us: #415, 2-C CROSS 4TH MAIN, OMBR LAYOUT BANASWADI BANGALORE 560043 Tel: +91-80-25457607 / 25457659 Fax: +91-80-25457665 Email: info@equitabletourism.org Web: www.equitabletourism.org

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