The Top Conservation Travel Destinations

Demand for eco-friendly destinations has steadily been increasing over the last few years. In response, there have been more and more conservation travel destinations popping up all over the world. Travellers looking for adventure and a chance to contribute to the conservation of endangered animals and their habitats are spoilt for choice. Here are some of the top conservation destinations:

Tanzania

Tanzania offers travellers an opportunity to visit some of the world’s most famous national parks such as the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater. Conservation efforts are heavily focused on preserving the habitats of the famous wildebeest migration, lions and elephants. Eco-friendly lodges and conservation camps provide accommodation to travellers who want to experience a sense of being in nature while contributing to the socio-economic upliftment of local communities.

Ecuador

The Galapagos Islands of Ecuador are every wildlife enthusiast’s dream destination. Endemic species like giant tortoises and blue-footed boobies can be observed in their natural habitats under strict conservation regulations. Visitors to the Galapagos are guided by licensed conservationists who provide each traveller with up-to-date information on unique strategies to take care of their impact on the islands, one of the hardest grievances that human-generated activity imposes there.

Costa Rica

Costa Rica made it on this list because the country can now boast an abundance of eco-friendly lodges, refuges and parks that make travellers aware of the regarding the call for sustainable travel. The cloud forests of Monteverde provide an opportunity for vast bird watching while encounters with nocturnal creatures such as jaguars and sloths are often a highlight. Travellers wishing to directly affect the outcome of the education and protection of fauna can volunteer their services in conservation efforts on premises or learn conservation techniques tours often offered at eco-lodges.