Introduction
Kenya is a rich and diverse destination that is highly focused on sustainability. The sector is built around the conservation of its natural and cultural resources while enhancing the visitor experience.
Considerable efforts have been put in place by the government, private sector players, communities, and non-governmental organizations to conserve biodiversity.
The initiatives are numerous, including the national park management system, establishment of conservancies, ban on single-use plastic, investment in green energy, adoption of eco-rating schemes, voluntourism, and events geared towards conservation efforts which travelers can participate in to leave a positive impact wherever they visit.
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In this module you'll learn about
VOLUNTOURISM
ECO TOURISM
PARKS TERRESTRIAL
MARINE PARKS AND RESERVES
FORESTS
COMMUNITY RESERVES
CONSERVANCIES
ORPHANAGES
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National Parks and Marine Life
In the national parks and marine parks, there is complete protection of natural resources, and the only activities allowed are tourism and research. In the national reserves, human activities are allowed under specific conditions. These activities could include fishing in marine reserves or firewood collection in land-based reserves.
About 8 percent of Kenya’s land is designated as protected area for wildlife conservation.
This means that it has been officially designated either as a national park or a national reserve.
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These protected areas include:
Forests, wetlands, savannah, marine areas, and both arid and semi-arid terrain.
They comprise 23 land-based national parks, 28 land-based national reserves, 4 marine national parks, 6 marine national reserves, and 6 national sanctuaries ideal for rich wildlife, nature, and adventure experiences across the country.
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