The concept of ecotourism emerged some 20 years ago when tour companies and nature lovers began to think that their holidays are posing a threat to the nature and the local communities. It was then that the thought of conserving the natural resources and sustaining the well being of the local people came into being. We all know and have read a lot about ecotourism, and its time we find ways to practice the same. There are alot of ecotourism examples that we can get involved with and help make this an eco-friendly environment. Lets take a look at a few of them.

Ecolodging: Ecolodging is the best way to get close to nature. These housing structures reflect the nature in its original form and reflect the local culture of the people around. They respect the environment by eco- friendly practices. They become a part of the educational experience that allows us to understand the world around us.

Bird Breeding - This could be a perfect ecotourism trip for bird lovers. The travel organisers will take you to locations where you will get the opportunity to scout out a variety of bird species. You can gather data about their breeding patterns and make a contribution to the environment through collecting more and more such information.

Volcano Watching - Watching a volcano eruption can be fascinating and adventurous. There are wide options if you want to explore volcanic environments. If you wish to see live volcanic eruptions you need to seek expert help to find suitable locations. There are volcanolgist guides and volcano adventure travel who have years of experience studying and travelling to volcanic sites and organising tours. They provide excellent service and travel opportunities to relatively safe volcanic destinations.

Whale Watching - Watching the whales swim can be so much fun and excitement. But watching them in their natural habitat is even more exciting than in aquariums. This way you can watch them in full glory without harming them. There are whale watching tours which educate you about the whale's life and their importance in the environment.

Recording Local Cultures - When you are on a tour, you encounter the local community and the culture of that particular region. Acquaint yourself with them with effective interaction rather than just observing them This way you will get the opportunity to record their cultures and traditions. This in turn helps the Participatory Action Research and Appreciative Inquiry methods who are working towards improvizing the living conditions of the people of various communities.

Turtle Conservation - There are many destinations in the world where you can go and help towards conserving the beaches where the turtles lay their eggs. This will help them to survive for many more generations.

Thus, you see options are many. Now its left to you as to how you become an eco-friendly citizen of the earth.

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