e·co·tour·ism (  k -t r  z m,  k-)n. Tourism involving travel to areas of natural or ecological interest, typically under the guidance of a naturalist, for the purpose of observing wildlife and learning about the environment. e co·tourist adj. & n. |
ecotourism
adj [ˈiːkəʊˌtʊərɪzəm]
n
(Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Environmental Science) tourism which is designed to contribute to the protection of the environment or at least minimize damage to it, often involving travel to areas of natural interest in developing countries or participation in environmental projects
ecotourist n
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