What is an ECO-TOUR?

ECO-TOUR

We are proud to be able to deliver a true ECO-tour experience of the West Auckland region.

ECOTOURISM is the ‘umbrella’ name for the types of tourism that focus on natural areas. It is also responsible travel, that conserves the environment and sustains the well-being of local people.

There are two main types of TOURS:

1) NATURE TOURS (e.g. a tour that visits a beach or a wildlife sanctuary)
Ecologically sustainable tourism with a primary focus on experiencing natural areas.

2) ECO TOURS (tours which incorporate ALL 4 aspects; Nature, Culture, Environmental & Conservation)
Ecologically sustainable tourism with a primary focus on experiencing natural areas that fosters environmental and cultural understanding, appreciation and conservation.

Coast to Coast Tours is a member of TIES

and was a finalist in the 2009 Manaakitanga [Hospitality] Awards, for Sustainability.

Checklist on what our ECO-TOUR provides

	Nature and Culture
	(visit natural attractions, experience New Zealand-lifestyle)
	Ecologically sustainable
	(carbon offset with your tree planting)
	Focus is only on our local area
	(profits directed back into community – a TBL philosophy)
	Understanding
	(comprehensive commentary given throughout tour)
	Appreciation
	(many ‘hands-on’ experiences during the tour)
	Conservation
	(operating in an environmentally friendly manner)

Coast to Coast Tours encourages potential Ecotourists

to check

whether they are receiving a TRUE Eco-tour experience.

Here is an article from The International Ecotourism Society (TIES) Digital Traveler ~ Asia Pacific eNewsletter, December 2007 TIES article PDF

GUIDELINES FOR GREEN MARKETING For an in-depth report on correct marketing of environmentally friendly products & services, see the New Zealand Commerce Commission (PDF)

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…The Coast to Coast AUCKLAND TOURS

are highly rated on

… Come and experience our

AUCKLAND ECO-TOURS

“We look forward to meeting you”

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