When it comes to Eco-traveling there are many things we hear and believe in a lot of myths. This is bad because it causes travelers to feel like sustainable tourism is just not for them and that they shouldn\’t travel this way or it is just not for them and they should avoid it. This harms our environment and wildlife, and the overall value of the travel experience. So, let us get to know about some myths which are circulating around India and why we should stop believing them.
Eco-travel is Expensive
This is one of the most common myths when it comes to Eco-traveling. But, you really don\’t need a huge bank account. Most people who travel Eco-friendly are actually on a budget and they manage to travel sustainably. You just need to be a responsible traveler. You can start with reducing your daily wastes, not using plastic bottles while traveling, refilling your coffee Tumbler & water bottles makes a huge difference.
You can also try and volunteer to help in wildlife organizations, stay in sustainable accommodation, meet the locals and understand their culture, and many such things. You can spend money on your 5-star Eco-friendly accommodation as well, but there are definitely cheaper ways you can travel Eco-friendly.
Eco-tourism is a Niche Market
Eco-tourism is frequently deemed as a niche market. It\’s not a trend but a way of life that ensures that destinations stay beautiful and clean for generations to come. It is reflected in all of the activities you can do on your trip.
Whether you go on a safari or a city trip, there are always ways to be responsible. This is a way of travel in all of the niches. This is not just about the travelers but also the hotels and other companies. They need to do business sustainably.
Sustainable Travel is only in Poor Countries
Sustainable tourism doesn\’t exist only in poor countries – it is important everywhere around the globe. However, this myth is popular because sustainable traveling makes a greater impact on poor countries than in rich countries.
Traveling responsibly however extends to every continent and each beautiful destination and wildlife there is. You can be responsive on a city break just as much as you should be on your rural tours. For now, you can reduce your plastic waste, stay in green hotels, do Eco-friendly activities which benefit the environment and wildlife.
Ecotourism in Uncomfortable
People often think that ecotourism means giving up on comfort while traveling and staying on a farm or planting trees. But that is not true, Ecotourism has many different aspects, & you can definitely volunteer to plant trees and stay on farms, but you can be sustainable and still be comfortable. Hotels are greener now, you can take simple steps on your own while enjoying your trip.
Flying is not Eco Friendly
Flying is not Eco-friendly for sure, there are other ways to travel and still be Eco-friendly. You can book direct flights and apply for a carbon offset program where you can add to programs that encourage sustainability. You can also switch to trains and buses traveling slow but sustainable.
Ecotourism is one thing you can do for our environment and wildlife which can be fun on its own and gives you the ultimate satisfaction for not causing harm to our planet.
