Major source of Attractions for tourist. More than 60% tourists visit protected areas.

Ecotourism : a closer look

• More than 90% of PA income comes from tourism.

Revenue from Tourism

Benefit of tourism

• Non-consumptive use of PAs is a priority
• Tourism has been a major sources of income of PAs
• Tourism was predominantly a private enterprise and controlled by a handful of operators and profit to surrounding community was marginal
• After buffer zone community based tourism is benefiting the whole community