Diving & Snorkeling
99 nature travel guides about diving & snorkeling, from national parks and wild coasts to green cities around the world.
Reef to Rainforest
Last year I was offered voluntary redundancy, and being wonderfully bored and frustrated with the rat-race, I gnawed their corporate arms off for some free…
10 top ecolodges in South America
With the world's largest rainforest in the Amazon River Basin, the breathtaking sights of the Patagonian plateau, the heights of the Andean plains, or the…
Australia: Ecotourism Down Under
It's no secret that Australia is a big country. It's also massively diverse and full of spectacular tourism opportunities that have made millions of visitors…
Ecotourism in Peru: Community-Based Tourism and Natural Wonders
Ecotourism is an integral part of the tourism industry in Peru . Considering the wealth of natural resources and historical attractions , it is critical that…
London city tour guide - green day tour exploring markets, hidden gems and secret walks
This year is set to be a big one for the city of London, as the Olympic Games draw near and expected visitors to the English capital look set to achieve…
Lima City Tours - Green Travel Guide - an abundance of wildlife and historic architecture
Lima city tours are ideal for the green traveller who wants to combine seeing the beauty of Peru and its vast diversity of wildlife with an educational and…
Dubai City Guide - Green Travel - exploring souks and historic architecture
Dubai city tours are not necessarily green-travel friendly as the city has experienced huge development in recent years and sustainability has not been high…
Eco-Paradise In The Adriatic Sea
Stretching along the rocky shores of more than 1,000 islands in the turquoise waters of the Adriatic Sea , Croatia is an eco-paradise of scenic wonders. The…
Delhi City Tours - Green Travel Guide
Delhi City Tours are essential for the green traveller who wants to explore the historic capital of India and to witness first hand its rich and diverse…
The Beauty and Stillness of Nature Along the Shores of the Dead Sea and the Surrounding Deserts
The Dead Sea has always been one of the most intriguing natural wonders known to man. Travelers head for its waters to soak in the rich salts and minerals…
Top 10 Favorite Eco Tours by Pocketvillage
Experience a country in a "green" way! If you care about the footprint you leave and want to make sure that your visit doesn't have a negative impact on…
10 Best National parks in the US
There are currently 59 national parks peppered across the diverse terrain of the United States, but not all are treated with equal admiration. Some park…
Ecotourism in Chile
So narrow it's almost invisible on a map, Chile does anything but blend in when you see it in real life. This visually diverse country is comprised of five…
Ecotourism in Japan, land of surprises
When you think of Japan, you think of technology right? When you think of Eco tourism, Japan is not the first place that springs to mind, is it? But did you…
The Best Eco-Lodges in America
While not always easy to find, the US offers an incredible range of eco-lodges, truly innovative green hotels, and dives in nature without harming the…
Jordan: Using Eco-Tourism for Sustainable Development
Think of travel in the Middle East , and it's likely that eco-tourism isn't the first thought that comes to mind. Often associated with desert sands, rich…
Retreat Into Nature's Paradise in French Polynesia
Tahiti may be the largest of the French Polynesian islands, but the other smaller, widely scattered islands in the Pacific with their white sandy beaches …
Ecotourism in Bosnia - Herzegovina: for all tastes
The hearth of south east Europe, Bosnia and Herzegovina, is definitely a green hearth and one of the emerging ecotourism destinations. Before the war tourism…
Top 10 Ecotourism Experiences in Europe
Ecotourism in Europe is unrivalled when it comes to the diversity of the landscapes. The continent is home to vast expanses, dramatic mountains…
Ecotourism in Latvia: The Baltic's Hidden Treasure
Latvia is one of those rare treasures that seems to have it all: an impressive ecosystem, captivating culture, dedication to ecotourism, and the air of being…
Protecting Paradise: Ecotourism in the Maldives
The Maldives, a ring of islands in the Indian Ocean, frequently top two lists: most beautiful places in the world, and most endangered places in the world…
Ecotourism in Belize, Preserve, Conserve, and Educate
With its lush tropical sites, impressive mountains and caves, and intriguing ancient Mayan ruins, Belize is a haven for ecotourism and exploration. Belize is…
Go be a Gobi Explorer
Taming the Gobi Desert has never been more exciting and accessible. Picture yourself stepping off a flight across the Pacific and onto Mongolian soil. Far…
Albania: Ecotourism in Europe's Hidden Gem
Despite bordering some of Europe's most popular tourist spots, like Greece and Montenegro, Albania remains blissfully hidden from the spotlight. Adventurers…
Ecotourism in Portugal's Azores Islands
Over a thousand kilometres off Portugal's west coast sit the Azores Islands, an archipelago of nine islands in the middle of the North Atlantic Ocean…
Ecotourism in Dominica: Island Paradise
This little island in the Caribbean packs a lot onto its shores, and has been recognised for it too. Dominica (pronounced dom-in-eek-a) is frequently touted…
Adventure Beyond The Shores of Lake Atitlan, Guatemala
Ecotourism in Guatemala is really kicking off as travelers come to explore the diversity of its natural environment. In promoting ecotourism, Guatemalans…
Ecotourism in Rainforests -Call the rainforest your home!
Rainforests - It doesn't get any more biologically diverse! No wonder they`ve been labelled 'jewels of the earth`. Ecotourism in a lush, vibrant, colourful…
Ecotourism in Greece: From Land to Sea
Despite being one of the oldest civilisations in the world, Greece is anything but old-fashioned . The country is a haven for beautiful sparkling waters…
Ecotourism in Cape Verde: sea, salt and turtles
Cape Verde, a collection of 10 islands and 5 islets off the coast of West Africa, is still an undiscovered ecotourism destination. Thanks to an amazing…
Slip Back Into Nature And Experience The African Wilderness Along The Garden Route
The Garden Route on the southern coastline of South Africa is a scenic, tranquil stretch lined with the most beautiful beaches, mountains, waterfalls…
Ecotourism in Malaysian Borneo
The popularity of ecotourism in Malaysian Borneo has grown rapidly due to the region's incredible landscape and diverse ecotourism opportunities. Differing…
Ecotourism in the Galapagos: Take Only Photographs, and Leave Nothing
"Take only photographs...and leave nothing." I'd heard the expression, "take only photographs, and leave only footprints", but never had I heard that not…
An Eco Travelers Paradise: The Isle of Wight
The Isle of Wight with its 500 miles of footpaths, breathtaking landscapes, beaches, and forests is a must-see for nature enthusiasts keen on an eco-friendly…
Ecotourism in Fiji with Local Tour Operators
For those living in countries where temperatures have the habit of plunging into the nether-regions of the thermometer, travelling to Fiji has likely been…
Ecotourism in Madagascar
With its wealth of national parks and exceptionally unique biodiversity, ecotourism in Madagascar is a relatively easy thing to source. An ecotourism holiday…
Ecotourism in Barbados
Ecotourism in Barbados. Barbados is one of those jewels in the Caribbean where every postcard looks idyllic, and every activity yields adventure. With its…
Ecotourism in Mexico
Famed for its all-inclusive resorts and postcard-perfect beaches, Mexico is a destination frequented by tourists seeking sun, sand, and sea. However…
Ice Caving And Glacier Adventures In A Crystal Wonderland
Traveling to Iceland - the land of fire, ice, and water - has some of the most mesmerizing and fascinating geological formations for eco travelers. In a…
Ecotourism in Thenmala, India
Not far from the southern tip of India is Thenmala, the country's first planned ecotourism destination. Ecotourism in India is rather varied, and emphasis…
Ecotourism in Ecosystems - Discover Nature Wonders from Mountaintops to Seafloors
Hi everyone! I'm very pleased to be posting my first blog post on Mynatour! I'd like to take this opportunity to introduce you to a mini-series that I'm…
Ecotourism in Cuba
While most people who travel to Cuba stay in all-inclusive resorts, ecotourism in Cuba has shown to be compelling enough to draw travellers in from all…
Ecotourism in Vietnam
Tourism, not just ecotourism, in Vietnam, has changed vastly since the mid-1980s. Between political and economic reforms, government-led policy developments…
Bulgaria - Eco-tourism with Natural Spas and Windmills
Bulgaria is one of those unique European countries where east meets west, a country that has rich and diverse cultural traditions that comprise…
Ecotourism in the Atlas mountains of Morocco
Are you heading to Morocco and looking for that special place? There are plenty of possibilities for ecotourism in the Atlas mountains of Morocco: Why don't…
Sri Lanka Ecotourism
The biodiversity of the tropics and the cultural richness of Asia, Africa and South America are irresistible to the typical ecotourist. Other countries which…
Ecotourism in Jamaica: A Unique Ecotourism Holiday
Ecotourism in Jamaica land of wonder. Ecotourism in Jamaica is exciting, inspiring, and engaging, with a seemingly never-ending list of places to explore…
Top 10 Nature Wonders in Asia
Asia is an imbibing continent, with its exotic cultures, stunning verdure, photogenic views, and a wide range of fauna. This makes it a great region to…
Eco Tourism Trail In Thailand
Those interested in the alternative lifestyle have always taken great delight in visiting Thailand , an unexplored destination with lots of variety on offer…
Ecotourism in Kerala backwaters
Kerala, in the southwest region of India, is an incredible, diverse state: from tea plantations to the Western Ghats, from tropical beaches to tiger…
Ecotourism in Crete
Crete is the 5th biggest Mediterranean island located in the southern frontier of Europe and is one of the most popular Greek tourism destinations. Due to…
Turtles Flock To Nest On Great Barrier Reef's Heron And Wilson Islands
The annual turtle nesting season has begun in earnest on Australia's Queensland's Heron and Wilson Islands, with an abundance of green turtles coming ashore…
World Heritage Sites in South Africa
South Africa is home to majestic mountain ranges, scenic beaches, and some of the most unspoilt wilderness areas on the planet; it also has a diverse…
Travel to Conserve a Malaysian Island Environment
Take a trip to one of Malaysia’s most gorgeous destinations, Perhentian Islands . Just off the East Coast are two islands, Perhentian Besar and Perhentian…
Europe Web 2.0 Workshop
The Europe Web 2.0 Workshop (July 19-30, 2010) creates a unique opportunity to integrate Web 2.0 tools in a strategic manner that promotes biodiversity…
The Great Barrier Reef - Australia
As the world's largest single structure made by living organisms, it is actually possible to see Australia's Great Barrier Reef from outer space. Composed of…
Ecotourism and Agro-tourism in the Alter-Native Amazonia
San Roque De Cumbaza - The district of San Roque is located in the Province of Lamas, San Martin region, Peru. Located 830 meters above sea level and seated…
1 Cycle, 1 Country, 70 Days and 9000km (South Africa)
READ MY BLOG AT EXPLORE SA Starting in Johannesburg I am going to cycle the whole of SA and document its undiscovered beauty, known beauty, stories, giving a…
Lencois Maranhenses Sand Dunes, Brazil
The Sand Dunes of Lencois Maranhenes in Brazil have been formed over thousands and thousands of years. The white sand from the riverbeds is carried along by…
Maldives
The Republic of Maldives is a chain of islands in the Indian Ocean which together constitute the smallest country in Asia - both in terms of population and…
Seychelles
The Republic of Seychelles comprises 115 islands occupying a land area of 455 km? and an Exclusive Economic Zone of 1.4 km? in the western Indian Ocean. It…
Jigme Dorji National Park
Located in the Gasa district of Bhutan sits the Jigme Dorji National Park. The second largest national park in the country it stretches well over 4000 square…
Salar de Uyuni, Bolivia
Measuring in at 10,582 square kilometers (4,086 sq mi), Salar de Uyuni in Bolivia is the world's largest natural salt flat and gleams brilliantly white…
Il Miglior Ostello del Sud Africa: The Backpack & Africa Travel Centre
L'ottava edizione dell' Hoscar awards , la cerimonia che premia i migliori ostelli nel mondo, si è tenuta lo scorso gennaio. Sono stati analizzati più di…
Lake Baikal - Russia
Lake Baikal sits in Southern Siberia in Russia, located between Irkutsk Oblast to the northwest and the Buryat Republic to the southeast, near the city of…
Bora Bora - French Polynesia
A couple of thousand miles east off the coast of Australia lie the French Polynesian islands. One of these islands is that of Bora Bora. Surrounded by a…
Kaziranga National Park in Assam
Assam, one of the green states of India, has a lot to offer besides its world famous tea. Situated in the north-eastern corner of the country, Assam is home…
Highway to wildlife
We are living in an ever more connected world but what about our animal and plant counterparts? Their natural habitat is being more and more reduced and…
Belharra
This 15m deep shoal 2,5km away from the coast creating an A-frame peak on the 2 or 3 largest swells of the winter stayed a surfer's fantasy before jet-skis…
Natural Wonder: The Great Blue Hole of Belize
On the south-west border of Mexico, Belize is home to 3 of the 4 atolls in the Western Hemisphere. In the Lighthouse Reef atoll, the farther west, you can…
Dominica's Newest Eco-Tourism: Waitukubuli Trail
Dominica's island long Waitukubuli trail has opened. You can literally hike the entire length of this nature island from Scott's Head to Cabrits. The nature…
Cape Town City Tours - Green Travel Guide - natural beauty, cultural diversity and adventure
Cape Town city tours are an ideal way to discover the many cultural hidden gems in this wonderfully diverse city which has everything from beaches to…
Hong Kong City Guide - Green Travel - promoting ecotourism in an urban setting
Hong Kong city tours have become more tuned to ecotourism in recent years, as the Hong Kong tourist board have sought to promote green travel more…
Slovenia: Alpine Ecotourism
Slovenia is one of most pristine alpine ecotourism destinations in Europe. Under the yolk of communist Yugoslavia from World War II until the 1990s, Slovenia…
Ecotourism in the Seychelles
Ecotourism in the Seychelles is a boundless proposition. In many ways, this small African Republic, located in the mid Indian Ocean, has set the standard for…
Ecotourism in Cameroon
This is a not-for-profit organization which concentrates on developing community-based ecotourism in Cameroon. Formerly known as Mount Cameroon Ecotourism…
Marine Ecotourism - Beauty Underwater
We all enjoy being by the beach - whether we're swimming in crystal blue waters, diving in caves or just taking some sun, our seas and oceans offer us a…
Snorkeling and wildlife watching
Most people visit the Pantanal, world's largest wetland, during the dry season between July to October, and are puzzle about the "wetland" part of this…
Mountain Ecotourism
Due to their unique features and widespread existence, mountains have proven to be attractive ecotourism destinations in many regions of the world…
David Suzuki's Force of Nature
This weekend I volunteered at the local small cinema during the first few screenings of the documentary by David Suzuki, entitled "Force of Nature" , to…
Ecotourism in Peninsular Malaysia: A Learning Process in Sustainable Tourism Management
Malaysia is one of those ecotourism gems, with a wealth of biodiversity and a dedicated group of ecotourism holiday makers flocking to both parts of the…
Ecotourism in Honduras
Ecotourism in Honduras Ecotourism in Honduras is currently experiencing a boom in popularity due to its beautiful landscapes, which is coupled with the…
Ecotourism in Hawaii feel the nature
Eco tours are more than just sitting in a tour van and looking out the window. Get physical and feel nature. One of the things Hawaii is most valued for…
EDEN European hidden gems
Europe is one of the most visited destinations in the World. Its cultural diversity, deeply-rooted traditions and rituals, together with the rich history…
Explore diverse wildlife during vacation in the queen of hills
Lying at the foothills of Nilgiri Mountains, Ooty also known as Ootacamund or Udhagamandalam, is an extremely well-known hill station of South India. Honored…
Highway through the Amazon
When you think of the North American National Parks (NP), the image of the infrastructure and the typical commodities of the city stray far from the mind …
Luxury India Tours - Pondicherry
Pondicherry is a peaceful and picturesque India Tours destination . Tourists from across the globe come here to spend pleasurable holidays. The culture of…
Applaudes to Nature Air
It was not that long ago when it was still a tradition to give applause when a plane landed. In a short period of time flying has become a very normal way to…
Around South Africa on bike
In one week, February 13, Ruan Smit will start his cycle adventure from Johannesburg, South Africa . He is planning to return to the same place 10 weeks…
The Local Travel Movement Launches
Local Travel sets its sights on becoming a key trend in 2010 and In collaboration with Local Travel Mynatour is proud to announce The Local Travel Movement…
Yoda in Papua, New Guinea
Papua, New Guinea is perhaps one of the last unexplored land areas in the world. The remote rainforests on this small island are known for their last…
Whitsunday Islands, Australia
Any eco tourist who enjoys relaxing should pay a visit to the Whitsunday Islands in Australia. With 74 islands this area just of the coast of Queensland…
Corcovado National Park, South Puntarenas - for the ecotourist visiting Costa Rica
Costa Rica is one of the most eco-friendly countries in the world and a haven for the green traveller looking for an environmentally friendly vacation…
The Galapagos Islands - A world heritage site for the green traveller
An ecotourism haven, the Galapagos Islands are in the Pacific Ocean, around 550 miles west of Ecuador. The Finch Bay eco-hotel is as close to a perfect…
HostelBookers promotes ecotourism in Costa Rica: 15% off tours
For most people, Costa Rica has become the destination that satisfies all their picture postcard desires. In fact, for all you Avatar film fans, we would be…
Korup national park - Cameroon
Any eco tourist planning a trip to Cameroon will not be disappointed with the wonderful array of flora and fauna that can be found. Cameroon is a beautiful…
Yasuni National Park - Ecuador
Towards the north east of Ecuador sits the Yasuni National Park. At nearly 10,000 square kilometres the park is renowned for being one of the most…
Ha Long Bay - Vietnam
Meaning literally 'descending dragon bay', Ha Long Bay in Vietnam is a UNESCO World Heritage site located in the Quang Linh Province. The Bay has an area…
World Ocean Day
Big Blue! Dive into the global celebration of the world's oceans this Tuesday with World Ocean Day (WOD) WOD is a partner network connecting 85 countries via…