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ecotourism

[ ek-oh-toor-iz-uhm, ee-koh‑ ]

noun

  1. tourism to places having unspoiled natural resources, with minimal impact on the environment being a primary concern.


ecotourism

/ ˈiːkəʊˌtʊərɪzəm /

noun

  1. tourism that is designed to contribute to the protection of the environment or at least minimize damage to it, often involving travel to areas of natural interest in developing countries or participation in environmental projects
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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Derived Forms

  • ˈecoˌtourist, noun
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Word History and Origins

Origin of ecotourism1

1985–90; eco- + tourism
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Example Sentences

López Obrador said he also wants to use the flooded pits that the company dug out of hundreds of acres of the limestone soil as “swimming pools” or an “ecotourism” area that would be operated as a concession by a private operator.

The Costa Rica economy relies heavily on ecotourism.

Ecotourism has other costs and benefits that weren't under consideration in this particular research.

Nestled along the Beagle Channel with snow-capped mountains behind it, Ushuaia grew into a significant port city of 80,000 and a hub for ecotourism.

While some worry tourism would “commercialize” the forests, others like Nanji believe that ecotourism could be beneficial if done right.

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