Ecotourism In Kenya Flashcards
Where does the eco tourism take place in Kenya?
Amboseli national park
Why were the Masai driven off their land in the 1970’s and what did they originally gain?
To make way for traditional tourists and animals
Originally gained nothing
What was set up in 1996 and what was its aim?
Wildlife Conservation Area set up in the hope of protecting both wildlife and the Masai people
What are the aims of the wildlife conservation area?
Only allowed to build one hotel Lease small areas of land to eco tourism companies One storey Buildings Employ local people Buy local food Use local materials to build hotel
What was set up in 1997?
Kimana wildlife refuge. Three tented camps owned by Kenyans
How do the Masai benefit economically from the camps?
The Masai are paid £1000 per year for the use of their land
Some Masai men make money as tourist guides
How do Masai benefit socially from ecotourism?
Better health care
More children being sent to school
How does eco tourism benefit the environment in the Kimana Wildlife Refuge?
The Masai are not chopping trees
The Masai are not grazing the land
What are the negative affects of ecotourism on the Masai?
Some Masai have turned to alcohol
Most adult Masai cannot read and write making them vulnerable to cheating tour operators with contracts
