Wildlife tourism can do a lot of good, but it can do a lot of harm too. The good news is that tourism can ensure the good and stop the harm, and travelers can play an integral role in helping all…
Wildlife tourism can do a lot of good, but it can do a lot of harm too. The good news is that tourism can ensure the good and stop the harm, and travelers can play an integral role in helping all…
Animal and wildlife sanctuaries are a huge part of the gap year industry now, with countless travellers, backpackers and tourists alike all hoping to get up close and personal with some of their favourite wild animal. But not all of these sanctuaries are what they seem and many often do far more harm than good. Read on and learn the real truth behind many of these so called sanctuaries.
Volunteering with animals is perhaps one of the biggest bucket list items on many travellers wish lists. It is possible to do, but you have to be really careful to ensure that it is done responsibly, ethically and right.
Everyone loves seeing wildlife on their travels, but by doing so you may be causing the animals you love a lot of harm, whether you meant to or not. Find out how to see wildlife on your gap year, the RIGHT way.