Over the last few years there has been a world-wide explosion in interest in eco-tourism. People from many walks of life have recognised eco-tourism as being one means to enjoy the benefits of a country while remaining concerned about its environment and wildlife.

But what exactly is eco-tourism? Originally eco-tourism involved travel to areas of natural or ecological interest (usually under the guidance of a naturalist) to observe wildlife and learn about the environment. By its nature, eco-tourism is also ‘low-impact’ tourism – groups are small and tours include advice and guidance on how to avoid damaging the environment.

Nowadays, eco-tourism has grown to encompass a range of adventure and travel activities including Bicycle Tours, Elephant Safaris, Sea Cruises, Trekking, Walking and Wildlife Tours. Clearly, Thailand has huge advantages for the eco-tourist. The country’s rapid development has not reached all parts of the country and there are pristine areas for the adventurous tourist to explore.

Thailand is known as a realm of eco-adventure destination of travelers since the seventies, as backpacker was on tour in the jungle trekking in northern Thailand des now offers a wide range of recreational activities eco adventure in all parts of the country .

Are the most popular trekking in northern Thailand by the beauty of nature. Deep jungles, rivers and waterfalls, hot springs are forested hills and terraced fields of rice dreamscapes for travelers.The North is also rich in cultural diversity with the villages of ethnic tribes, travelers can experience while trekking. Thailand also offers a number of national parks and national game reserves, where excursions can be arranged.

Pai and Chiang are May, the two destinations, where most of the trek will begin in northern Thailand. Many travel agencies trekking for a period of three days a week. Overnight stays in hill tribe villages remain in the home, in bamboo huts for the more organized. The meals are cooked by the guides who want to help travelers who want to learn to cook Thai cuisine with local ingredients.

Umphang the Burmese border in Mae Sot, is also known for its famous waterfalls. Ti-Lo Su is the largest waterfall in Southeast Asia during the rainy season and provides a majesticScenario. Elephant riding can be arranged in two days, including a night in the jungle with elephants. In the first part of the Wa rafting can be enjoyed in a bamboo raft, while the second stage must be passed in the drifts Ti-Lo-Lee to get waterfall.

An amazing journey is a day of cruise ship-3 in Bangkok and Ayutthaya, where travelers experience stops along the banks of the Chao Phraya river of bicycles. In this way, they discover thatVillages with local factories, magnificent temples and appetizing food markets. Visiting a school to meet Thai students in their classroom, a type of experience. The trip ends in Ayuthaya, the ancient capital of Thailand from 1350-1767, where more than four hundred temples and monasteries can be visited.

The south of Thailand has seen many years a growing number of visitors in the last twenty, and has several national parks for eco-adventure travel. The explorationKhao Sok by the oldest evergreen rainforest in the world, which is one hundred and fifty kilometers Surrathani should not be overlooked. The park has an extensive wildlife with elephants, tigers, leopards, bears and mountain landscapes with Gaurs in limestone. The nights are organized in tree houses and homes-top raft in the lake of Khao Sok

From trekking and elephant riding in Chiang Mai, bamboo rafting in Umphang on the motion on the ground and river cruises in AyuthayaThailand has an Eco-Adventure Tours for those who want to enjoy beautiful landscapes, sports activities.

Despite increasing development in Thailand, the country still manages to maintain a resplendent natural beauty and Thailand ecotourism is thriving. Much of this is due to government efforts that were significantly prompted by His Royal Majesty, King Rama the IX. For example in 1989 by Royal Decree the National Parks Act of Thailand was amended to completely prohibit all forestry activities until such time as Thailand’s forests have recovered and can be sustainably managed.

Thailand offers a variety of natural attractions. National parks, wildlife, magnificent rainforests and beautiful beaches. Whatever you prefer, Thailand is the optimal choice for a green and adventurous experience.

You can rock climb or bicycle through mangroves, hike through the largest areas of protected forest in Southeast Asia, and observe more than 900 different species of birds. You can also enjoy kayaking in the lagoons surrounded by limestone cliffs and dive in the most dazzling places in the Andaman Sea.

Ecotourism is growing in popularity and rural populations are playing an expanding role in the protection of Thailand’s natural beauty. If you would like to write an article in the interest of protection of Thailand’s natural splendour or to promote Thailand ecotourism, we invite you to Submit your work to our editors for consideration.

Eco and adventure tourism involves responsible activities in natural areas that conserve the environment and consider the quality of life of the local people.

For more information on Eco & Adventure Tourism visit these websites below:

National Parks in Thailand
http://www.dnp.go.th/index_eng.asp

Thailand Ecotourism & Adventure Association
http://www.teata.or.th