#ecotourism — Public Fediverse posts
Live and recent posts from across the Fediverse tagged #ecotourism, aggregated by home.social.
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As #EastAfrica’s oceans change, coastal women build new livelihoods
By ALLAN OLINGO, July 5, 2026 at 10:36 pm
MALINDI, #Kenya (AP) — "The unfinished restaurant is still little more than concrete walls and wooden beams. As her daughter sweeps away the last piles of sand, 54-year-old Nuru Mohammed directs women hanging fishing nets to serve as decor. In a few days, the beachside restaurant on Kenya’s Indian Ocean coast will open, offering another way to earn a living.
" 'For us women, this is hope,' says Mohammed, who, for most of her life, was one of the few fisherwomen in Malindi, a town northeast of the port city of #Mombasa. 'It will help support many families that have depended on the ocean for decades.'
"Across East Africa’s coast, fisherfolk are increasingly turning to tourism, #EcosystemRestoration and other conservation-based businesses, reinventing their relationship with the sea as #ClimateChange, #overfishing and declining ocean health threaten their livelihoods.
"In Kenya, women are turning restored #MangroveForests into sources of income through #beekeeping and #ecotourism. In #Tanzania’s #Zanzibar archipelago, fishing communities are protecting #CoralReefs through locally managed closures. In #Mozambique, #SeaGrassRestoration is creating jobs while reviving marine habitats. Together, these efforts are redefining resilience, not as leaving the ocean behind, but as restoring it while building enduring livelihoods.
" 'Communities that depend on the ocean are also its best stewards,' said Andreane Martel, project director for a conservation program dubbed #ReSea. 'When local people, especially women, lead conservation, they protect #biodiversity while creating more resilient and inclusive livelihoods.' "
Archived version:
https://archive.ph/LTBNs#SolarPunkSunday #ClimateResilience #OceansAreLife #Stewardship
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Is It Ethical to Go on a Safari in India? A Responsible Traveler’s Guide to Wildlife Tourism in 2026
India is one of the world’s most iconic wildlife destinations, home to Bengal tigers, Asian elephants, leopards, rhinos, and over 1,300 bird species. Naturally, a safari in India is high on many travelers’ bucket lists. But as awareness around sustainable travel grows, a critical question arises: Is it ethical to go on a safari in India? Yes, if done responsibly.This guide breaks down the ethics of India safari tours, what to look for, what to avoid, and how to ensure your trip supports […] -
Scuba Diving the Bligh Waters of Fiji
Fiji is known throughout the scuba diving community as the soft coral capital of the world. Last year, I had the opportunity to dive the famous Bligh Water reef system.
During my visit, an approaching storm pushed sediment toward the island, limiting visibility on some dives. However, these conditions only really affected underwater videography. The sediment trusted around the dive sites reminded me of a snowstorm.
The overall health and beauty of the coral reef was truly magnificent. In the video, you will observe small fish venturing away from the reef to collect floating nutrients in the water column.
FAQs
What level of diver certification is suitable for Bligh Water dives?Most dives in Bligh Water occur at shallow to moderate depths (5–25 m), making them accessible to Advanced Open Water or similar mid‑level certification. Beginners may also enjoy shallow reef dives when conditions are calm.
Is visibility in Bligh Water reliable year‑round?Not always. During Fiji’s wet or stormy seasons, sediment from runoff or storms can reduce visibility to around 5–10 m. The best visibility typically occurs during the dry season (May–October) after weather clears.
Are there strong currents or hazards to be aware of?Currents in Bligh Water tend to be mild to moderate on most dives, especially along reef slopes. However, after storms or during tidal changes, surge or particulate matter can affect visibility and water clarity — always follow local dive‑operator advice and plan accordingly.
#Adventure #coral #ecotourism #Fiji #MarinePark #Nature #ScubaDiving #Travel #wildlife #wildlifeWednesday