Eco-tourism is more than a catch phrase for nature loving travel and recreation. Eco-tourism is consecrated for preserving and sustaining the diversity of the world's natural and cultural environments. It accommodates and entertains visitors in a way that is minimally intrusive or destructive to the environment, sustains and supports the native cultures in the locations it is operating in. Responsibility of both travellers and service providers is the genuine meaning for eco-tourism.

Saving the environment around you and preserving the natural luxuries and forest life, that's what eco-tourism is all about. Whether it's about a nature camp or organizing trekking trips towards the unspoilt and inaccessible regions, one should always keep in mind not to create any mishap or disturbance in the life cycle of nature.
Eco-tourism focuses on local cultures, wilderness adventures, volunteering, personal growth and learning new ways to live on our vulnerable planet.
It is typically defined as travel to destinations where the flora, fauna, and cultural heritage are the primary attractions. Responsible Eco-tourism includes programs that minimize the adverse effects of traditional tourism on the natural environment, and enhance the cultural integrity of local people.
It seeks to promote recycling; energy efficiency, water reuse, and the creation of economic opportunities for local communities are an integral part of Eco-tourism.

African Treasure Safaris Green Laws

Our green laws are meant to make people aware of how man and the environment can live symbiotically, to maximize the economic, environmental and social benefits of tourism. With us everyone is stakeholder in the process.

Do's

• Carry back all non-degradable litter such as empty bottles, tins, plastic bags etc. These must not litter the environment or be buried. They must be disposed in designated dustbins only.
• Observe the sanctity of holy sites, temples and local cultures.
• Cut noise pollution. Do not blare aloud radios, tape recorders or other electronic entertainment equipment in nature resorts, sanctuaries and wildlife parks.
• Respect people's privacy while taking photographs. Ask for prior permission before taking a photograph.

Don'ts

• Do not take away flora and fauna in the forms of cuttings, seeds or roots.
• Do not use pollutants such as detergent, in streams or springs while washing and bathing.
• Do not use wood as fuel to cook food at the campsite.
• Do not leave cigarettes butts or make open fires in the forests.
• Do not consume aerated drinks, alcohol, drugs or any other intoxicant and throw bottles in the wild.
• Do not tempt the locals, especially children by offering them foodstuff or sweets. Respect local traditions.
• Polythene and plastics are non biodegradable and unhealthy for the environment and must not be used and littered.
• As a traveller, you will have an impact on the environment and culture of the place you are visiting. Here are some rules of thumb to make this impact positive!