Nam Ha, Laos Flashcards
Intro
Nam Ha is an area in Laos
It covers 2224 km2 of land
It is a national biodiversity conservation area
Sustainable tourism project
An eco tourism project is currently working in Nam Ha.
The project aims to
Use tourism as a tool to develop rural areas
Contributes to the conservation of the natural heritage of Laos
Provides tourism which is sustainable p, both culturally and environmentally
Impacts on local community
The Nam Ha eco guide service earned 34,400 dollars over a year. Contributes to 40% of total village income in the area
Local people and guides who lead the tours are more aware of the environment than before. This is sustainable as local people are getting involved and are having control over their own environment
Sustainable for the environment
Animals like the rare clouded leopard and Asian elephants are protected from poachers as it is a protected area.
