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What is ecotourism, exactly? It\u2019s responsible travel that encourages the exploration and conservation of natural environments while supporting the local economy and keeping visitor impact low. This can mean anything from embarking on eco-conscious tours through forests and jungles, to staying at hotels with golden standards of recycling, or even shopping at locally owned boutiques. Simply put: Ecotourism is protecting the natural environment and promoting the local culture.
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\nCanada leads the way when it comes to ecotourism. As the second largest country in the world, it has 42 national parks, three marine conservation areas, and countless recycle incentives. It even has active measuring tools called Canadian Environmental Sustainability Indicators (CESI), which measure the progress of important environmental sustainability goals. With a wild landscape and a commitment to protect it, Canada makes the earth its priority.<\/p>\n

Ready to learn more about ecotourism and how to experience it for yourself? We\u2019ve curated a list of the best information out there. Whether you want to know more about eco-trips, green hotels, or anything in between, we have you covered.<\/p>\n

Explore Ecotourism in Canada<\/strong>
\nEco-adventures in Canada<\/a> – From exploring caves to watching polar bears, there\u2019s a wild world waiting for you. Here are some of the best eco-trips to try around the country.
\nBest Eco-friendly Hotels in Canada<\/a> – Staying somewhere sustainable is just as important as where you travel to. Here are a few of the top eco-hotels in the country.
\nGreenest Cities in Canada<\/a> – When you\u2019re looking for the greenest cities in Canada, search no further! These are the cr\u00e8me of the crop.
\nThe History of Ecotourism<\/a> \u2013 Want to know more about the history of ecotourism? Check out our helpful ecotourism infographic.
\nSustainable Tourism Interviews<\/a> \u2013 For in-depth knowledge about ecotourism, we interviewed some of the top NGOs in the world about their views on eco-safe travel.
\nInterviews with Ecotourists<\/a> \u2013 When it comes to ecotourism, some of the best people to talk to are real-life explorers. Here are our interviews with well-regarded eco-travelers.<\/p>\n

Happy travelling!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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