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/ˌiːkəʊˈtʊəɹɪz(ə)m/ · e·co·tour·ism
noun
  1. Responsible travel to natural areas that supports the conservation of wildlife, the preservation of ecosystems, and the well‑being of local economies. Ecotourism serves the environment and improves the well‑being of indigenous peoples, too.

Synonyms

sustainable tourismgreen tourismresponsible traveleco‑travelnature tourismlow‑impact tourismconservation tourismenvironmentally friendly tourism

Antonyms

mass tourismmass traveloverdevelopment tourismunregulated tourismconventional tourismmass‑market tourism
Did you know? The term 'ecotourism' was popularized at a 1983 conference in Costa Rica, and the country remains a flagship destination for the practice.
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eco‑friendlyconservationsustainabilitybiodiversityhabitatindigenous
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 17, 2026