Ecotourism Foundations Program

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ECO-FOUNDATIONS PROGRAM

Learn. Explore. Apply.

The Ecotourism Foundations Program is a modular learning experience specifically crafted to introduce participants to the principles and practices of ecotourism, sustainability, and conservation.

This conservation program merges academic learning with practical experiences in natural and community landscapes. Participants start with structured online learning and subsequently apply their knowledge during immersive field experiences in India’s conservation regions.

This approach enables learners to grasp how tourism, conservation, and local livelihoods are interconnected — and how responsible ecotourism can benefit both people and ecosystems.

Certification

Upon completion of the program, participants will receive a certificate acknowledging their involvement in both the academic and field components of this sustainability-focused initiative.

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OCTOBER -DECEMBER 2026

Participants in this conservation program will attend weekly online sessions that introduce the foundational concepts of ecotourism.

Topics covered include:

- Principles of ecotourism

- Basics of ecology and conservation

- Responsible wildlife tourism

- Community-based tourism

- Sustainability in tourism planning

Each session features lectures, discussions, readings, and applied assignments.

Fee for Online Component:

₹15,000 + applicable taxes

(Additional processing charges may apply for credit card payments)

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NOVEMBER-DECEMBER: FIELD IMMERSION

Participants will engage in a conservation program that includes field visits within key conservation landscapes. Field learning experiences may occur before or after the Global Wildlife Fair, with the final dates confirmed closer to the program period. Locations may encompass designated ecotourism regions in India, where participants will gain insights into sustainability practices.

The field experience will feature:

- Visits to wildlife and conservation areas

- Interaction with local communities

- Learning about community tourism initiatives

- Practical exposure to conservation and sustainable tourism practices

Field visit costs will start from ₹50,000 and above, depending on:

- Number of days

- Field location and region

- Accommodation and logistics

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Who This Program Is For

The conservation program is designed for a diverse group of learners interested in sustainability and nature-based careers: school students eager to engage in environmental learning; university students studying tourism, sustainability, ecology, or related fields; gap-year learners exploring career paths in ecotourism or conservation; educators and teachers looking to integrate sustainability into their education practices; hospitality and tourism professionals seeking to understand responsible tourism; and rural and community participants supported through CSR or institutional funding.

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What Makes This Program Unique

The conservation program aims to equip young learners with a modular, applied ecotourism learning experience that combines:

A practical blend of online study and real field exposure in nature and communities

Learning focused on ecotourism, sustainability, conservation, and community-based tourism

Opportunities to understand how tourism can support conservation and enhance local livelihoods

Exposure to professionals working in wildlife tourism, conservation, and hospitality

Why This Program Matters

Responsible tourism has the potential to support conservation, strengthen local economies, and create meaningful careers.

This program helps participants understand how ecotourism can be part of the sustainability solution — while gaining practical experience in real landscapes and communities.