Ecotourism in Georgia

Abstract

The paper approaches the development of ecotourism in Georgia as Georgia is rich with its flora, fauna and cultural heritage. The objective of the article is how to promote ecotourism in the beautiful regions of Georgia: seek for the ways of creation of economic opportunities for local communities, attract foreign investments, responsible and safe travel to natural areas that conserves the environment and improves the well-being of local people. Herewith the research paper approaches to the Georgian protected areas including Strict Nature Reserve, Natural Park, Managed Nature Reserve and tourism infrastructure development there. Article reveals the progress and visible successful results followed by the several projects implementations. However, research paper refers to the current problems existing in terms of ecotourism development in several areas such as: Sataplia, Bakhmaro and Sairme. The development of ecotourism in these areas can be considered as an effective vehicle to sustainable development.