The definition of ecotourism adopted by Ecotourism Australia is:

"Ecotourism is ecologically sustainable tourism with a primary focus on experiencing natural areas that fosters environmental and cultural understanding, appreciation and conservation".

Ecotourism Australia believes that the ultimate definition of ecotourism is compliance with the core criteria stated within the Eco Certification Program.

Tourism operators in Australia who have their tour, attraction or accommodation accredited under the ECO Certification Program can genuinely claim to provide authentic ecotourism product.

The EcoGuide Certification Program is a credential for guides, endorsing them as a professional who will deliver an authentic and environmentally responsible ecotourism experience.

Now including the national Guides of Australia (GoA)
certification, the EcoGuide Certification Program provides
a well-rounded and practical certification for tour guides.

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The beaches of the Western Cape are Aboriginal lands. The community of Mapoon, which is located around 80 kms north of Weipa, has established a beachside base camp for the purpose of managing turtle conservation. The camp is located at the mouth of Janie Creek which flows into the Gulf of Carpentaria.The camp operates during the dry season in the tropics which is from July to October. You can help by participating in one of these camps. Each camp is conducted over six days. You will work alongside the Mapoon Aboriginal owners and researchers as they measure and tag nesting Flat Back and Olive Ridley turtles, fit feral pig exclusion devices to the nesting sites and remove nets from the beach with the aid of purpose equipped 4WD vehicles.