Indonesia is a world apart; its broad diversity of geography, culture, development and accessibility have varying implications for the opportunities available for the environmentally minded traveler. At the same time, the archipelago is perhaps unparalleled in its ecological riches—and the challenges of preservation and development facing them. Much wildlife and environmental conservation and ecotourism is centered on the large, ecologically diverse, and centrally located islands of Borneo, Java, and Sumatra.
Resources for travelers interested in ecotourism and the environmental side of a visit to Indonesia have several resources that may prove helpful. The Indonesian Ministry of Tourism (www.budpar.go.id) maintains a network of internet resources to encourage all forms of tourism. More connected to the environmental travel scene is the Indonesian Ecotourism Center (www.indecon.or.id), a group that organizes and credentials ecotourism businesses and groups in the country.
Global Vision International, 3 High St., St Albans, Herts, AL3 4ED, UK (+44 1727 250 250; www.giv.co.uk). A multinational network of volunteering and internship placements, GVI has a broad array of volunteering ...more
Kerinci Seblat National Park, headquarters at Jl. Basuki Rahmat 11, Sungai Penuh, Sumatra. Spanning four provinces and almost 15,000 sq. km, Kerinci Seblat is Sumatra’s hot spot for ecotourism. Designated ...more
 |
 |
 |
 |
For 52 years, we have published the world’s favorite budget travel guides, written entirely by students and updated every year. With pen and notebook in hand and a few changes of underwear stuffed in our backpacks, we spend months roaming the globe in search of travel bargains.
Facebook
Twitter
You Tube
Foursquare
Newsletter
RSS Feed
Overview