Namibia supports a unique population of desert-adapted lions that survive in the harsh Namib Desert. The “Desert” lion is a prominent feature in Namibia and is highly valued, both aesthetically and financially, by the growing tourism industry. Namibia has received international recognition (e.g. CITES) for successful conservation efforts, such as the communal conservancy program, that led to significant increases in wildlife numbers, especially in the arid areas. With the growing wildlife populations the conflict between lions and the local people has intensified as lions are killing livestock more regularity. In protection of their livestock, farmers often shoot, trap, or poison lions. These local communities bear the costs of living with lions, but do not share equally in the benefits from tourism, and they receive little assistance in managing conflicts.

www.ecosafaris.comLes Ecosafaris sont des voyages d'immersion en pleine nature engagé dans la préservation de l'environnement.

Participating in Namibian's responsible travel.The Tosco trust extends an invitation to those who wish to play their part in the conservation of Namibia’s natural resources through supporting researchers & people living with wildlife. As a concerned individual or a tourism professional, we all have interests and responsibilities in Conservation.Responsible travel is all about exploring, sustaining and enhancing the best of what Namibia has to offer. Understanding local's communities experience of conservation enhance the tourism experience for the operator and its guests. Teaming up with people makes better place to live in, which leads to better place to visit.Members and supporters have the opportunity to contribute to the conservation of flagship species in Namibia and promote sustainable tourism.

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Tourism dedicated to conservation & rural development in Namibian Communal Conservancies

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