ecotourism
/ˈikoʊˌtʊrɪzəm/
noun
- Travel to natural areas that is designed to be environmentally friendly and to support local communities.
- Our family went on an ecotourism trip to Costa Rica, staying in eco-lodges and hiking through the jungle.
- Many travelers choose ecotourism to explore rainforests without harming the ecosystem.
- The country promotes ecotourism to protect its wildlife and create jobs for local people.