ECOTOURISM

Ecotourism is not just a marketing catch-phrase. It's a term used to describe ethical tourism that focuses on appreciation and preservation of a country's flora, fauna, ecosystems and culture.

The basic idea behind ecotourism is that visitors to a place can contribute to the environment and support the people who live in that environment.

If the local people can make a living from tourism, then there is less need to destroy the reefs, overfish the marine life, burn off the forest for food or hunt endangered animals for the price of their fins and skins.

Ocean's Edge endeavors to work with companies which hire local guides and consciously contribute to the local economy, environment and community in each country in which we operate.

Your tourist dollars can have a tangible influence in saving the environment, providing jobs, and raising environmental standards.

As an Ocean's Edge supporter, your fees, where they are in fact charged, protect and serve the areas you visit. Ecotourism can only work if it is supported by ocean and nature lovers like you, who care about the environment.

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