Nature-based tourism

Hey there! Nora, William, and Ethan are planning a trip. Can you help them decide which of the following is NOT a type of nature-based tourism?

• ecotourism

• adventure tourism

• cultural tourism

• wildlife tourism

What is a key characteristic of ecotourism?

• It involves high-risk activities

• It aims to conserve the environment and improve the well-being of local people.

• It is primarily urban-based.

• It focuses on luxury travel experiences.

Which of the following is an example of a soft adventure activity?

• mountaineering

• skydiving

• hiking

• bungee jumping

What is a primary benefit of nature-based tourism on local economies?

• Increased pollution

• Increased local employment opportunities

• Decreased property values

• Increased deforestation

Which of the following is a potential negative environmental impact of nature-based tourism?

• Habitat restoration

• Pollution reduction

• Increased biodiversity

• Wildlife disturbance

What is meant by the term "carrying capacity" in the context of nature-based tourism?

• The ability of a destination to accommodate tourists without environmental degradation.

• The total number of tourism facilities available in a destination.

• The financial capacity of tourists to spend on trips.

• The maximum number of tourists that can visit a destination in one year.

Grace, Abigail, and Henry are planning an exciting adventure. What do hard adventure activities typically require?

• No prior experience or training

• Minimal physical effort

• Urban settings

• Special skills, equipment, and higher risk tolerance

Below is type of hard-adventure tourism activity, except:

• scuba diving

• parasailing

• mountain biking

• bird watching

Principles of ecotourism are:
1. society (host community),
2. environment (conservation), and
3. ........

• economy (profit)

• religion

• creativity

• innovation

Which tourism activity is often associated with 'swimming with the dolphin'?

• ecotourism

• rural tourism

• wildlife tourism

• water-based tourism