ecotourism
noun
eco·tour·ism
ˌē-kō-ˈtu̇r-ˌi-zəm 
ˌe-kō-
: the practice of touring natural habitats in a manner meant to minimize ecological impact
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During the expedition, visitors will have an opportunity to explore some of South Africa’s most storied landmarks—but for nature lovers in particular, there’s a wealth of top-tier ecotourism destinations to be found further north.
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Jared Ranahan, Forbes.com, 10 Apr. 2025
These Gulf of Guinea islands, which make up Africa’s second-smallest country, contain one of the world’s largest concentrations of endemism—and ecotourism plays a critical role in preserving it, particularly on less-populated Príncipe.
—Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 18 Mar. 2025
An active member of the Society of American Travel Writers, Alexandra Owens is passionate about writing stories that highlight the power and potential of responsible ecotourism.
—Alexandra Owens, AFAR Media, 10 Feb. 2025
The Azores is a unique small region focusing on ecotourism.
—Emese MacZko, Forbes, 19 Mar. 2025
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Jared Ranahan, Forbes.com, 10 Apr. 2025
These Gulf of Guinea islands, which make up Africa’s second-smallest country, contain one of the world’s largest concentrations of endemism—and ecotourism plays a critical role in preserving it, particularly on less-populated Príncipe.
—Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 18 Mar. 2025
An active member of the Society of American Travel Writers, Alexandra Owens is passionate about writing stories that highlight the power and potential of responsible ecotourism.
—Alexandra Owens, AFAR Media, 10 Feb. 2025
The Azores is a unique small region focusing on ecotourism.
—Emese MacZko, Forbes, 19 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for ecotourism
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“Ecotourism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ecotourism. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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