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Responsible Tourism and the Tourist in Tanzania
Responsible Tourism in Tanzania has become a marketing tool for
the safari industry. The welfare of our communities may, at
times, be of genuine concern to the safari company although,
sadly, many times it is not. Can you, the traveler, do anything
toward changing the safari companies to support responsible
tourism? Indeed, yes it is possible to make a difference.
Responsible Tourism should give back to the community and you
the tourist can and should change the industry; it is your money
after all.
Responsible tourism is an attitude of mind to which every
traveler should all aspire. To choose a company that supports
the community in deed and not in word only is the key; by
employing some discernment this task should not be difficult.
Your travel agent or safari company might not have a real
presence in Tanzania. They may confidently spout fair trade
values and a responsible tourism ethos, however, the very fact
they are not present in Tanzania makes it difficult for them to
do as they claim. Always insist in knowing who the ground
operator is and check them out. Look carefully at what they
claim they are doing.
When visiting Tanzania it is possible to visit the community
projects that are being supported by your presence in the
county. Alternatively, after choosing the correct operator, you
prefer just simply relax and enjoy your safari, then do just
that.
Charities are increasingly looking to become self finding, this
means becoming leaner and becoming more responsible; becoming a
business. Some charities use tourism to fund community projects.
All the funds raised through tourism go toward building schools,
clinics and caring for young children who would otherwise be
left to fend for themselves on the streets.
Some
charities have become very good tour operators. These
professionally run charities or tour operations allow the
community to build itself a brighter future on the back of
tourism. These companies offer boutique style safaris and
specialize in showing clients the real Africa in style, comfort
and safety. All the profits remain in Tanzania and all the
profits go into the community.
When on safari and you are amongst local people - remember you
are their guest - treat them with the regard a visitor should
show toward the host. Many of the National Parks are home to
people whose economy is based on livestock; respect the local
customs and traditions and dress code. Often we see the tourist
has little respect for the dress code of other cultures. It is
not pretty to see tourism interfere with the native peoples work
and private lives; use common sense and remember what is
acceptable in your culture may not be acceptable in a more
traditional culture.
Tanzania has over the past few years risen from relative
obscurity and now enjoys tourists in ever increasing numbers.
There are good reasons for this. There is no tribalism in
Tanzania; it is safe. Tanzania is gentle and friendly and peace
loving.
Tanzania has Kilimanjaro, Ngorongoro Crater, the Serengeti, the
Selous and Zanzibar. This remarkable country does not stop at
these few destinations either; so much more is on offer.
Tanzania is a country to visit, for fauna, flora, culture and to
experience real Africa in a safe environment.
About the author:
For more information on responsible tourism and Tanzania can be
found on the following websites http://www.betheladventure.co.uk
- or alternatively http://www.aardvark-expeditions.com - using
tourism to change lives.
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