kenya tourism +ecotourism Flashcards
(11 cards)
What are the main physical attractions for tourists in Kenya?
Wildlife safaris in Masai Mara, Amboseli, Tsavo; Mount Kenya for climbing; white-sand beaches and coral reefs in Mombasa and Malindi; Great Rift Valley with Lake Nakuru and Hell’s Gate.
What are the main human attractions and accessibility factors for tourism in Kenya?
Masai and Samburu tribal culture; international airports (Nairobi, Mombasa); developed safari lodges and roads; promotion campaigns like ‘Magical Kenya’; warm, dry climate year-round.
How has tourism positively impacted employment in Kenya?
Over 1.1 million jobs (9% of employment) created in tourism-related sectors like guiding, hospitality, transport, and crafts.
What are the economic benefits of tourism to Kenya?
Tourism earned over $1.6 billion in 2019 and is a major contributor to GDP.
How has tourism helped infrastructure and local communities?
Improved roads, electricity, and health services in areas like Narok and Watamu; more demand for Masai crafts; education and training in tourism.
How has tourism affected land and wildlife in Kenya?
Land conflict with farmers/herders near parks; off-road driving damages vegetation and scares animals—over 300 vehicles/day in Mara during migration.
What resource and pollution issues are caused by tourism in Kenya?
Hotels use 1,000–3,000L of water/day; plastic and sewage pollute Mombasa beaches.
What social and economic problems does tourism bring?
Masai traditions are commercialised; many jobs are seasonal and poorly paid; overcrowding in parks like Masai Mara during peak months.
What are examples of ecotourism in Kenya?
Il Ngwesi Lodge – Masai-run, supports community projects and conservation. Basecamp Explorer – uses solar energy, rainwater, employs locals, planted 150,000+ trees.
What national strategies support sustainable tourism in Kenya?
Kenya Vision 2030 (eco-tourism); National Tourism Blueprint (community tourism, eco-lodges); Wildlife Act (2013); Tourism Regulatory Authority enforces environmental standards.
How does Kenya regulate tourism to protect the environment?
Tourist zoning, off-road driving bans in parks, limits on visitor numbers, and a national ban on plastic bags since 2017.
