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

Derived Forms

• ˈecoˌtourist, noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of ecotourism¹

1985–90; eco- + tourism