Where to do ecotourism in Thailand? Get to know the 5 destinations promoted by the TAT

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) continues its mission to grow the carbon-neutral tourism sector in Thailand, in accordance with the Thai government’s bio-circular-green economy or BCG model, that is taking the tourism sector in a more sustainable and responsible direction.

In effect, the TAT is using the concept of “adjust, reduce, compensate” in the development of business and prototypes of tourism activities that are in line with Carbon Neutral Tourism, using tourism resources efficiently to obtain maximum benefits. .

In addition, the entity is working to build capacity, develop and expand the management of carbon neutral tourism in a suitable way for tour operators, which creates cooperation in reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

The focus is on converting tourism activities into low carbon emission activities, with the aim of achieving a reduction in environmental impact. Carbon credits can be provided for the footprint created, as well as a source to absorb greenhouse gases, to reduce the total impact to zero (no or virtually no greenhouse gas emissions).

the TAT is using the concept of “adjust, reduce, compensate” in the development of business and prototypes of tourist activities

In this regard, Yuthasak Supasorn, Governor of the TAT, explained that: “In addition to helping to reduce negative impacts on the environment and society, this “carbon neutral tourism” initiative also contributes to adding value, creativity and competitiveness to Thai tourism products and services in the world market. It also increases Thailand’s attractiveness to quality tourists who are environmentally conscious, and who want to contribute to reducing economic, social and environmental impact.”

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The destinations promoted by the TAT

The TAT is promoting a pilot test in five groups with three business models: communities, farm stays and smart farms.

• The community of Tham Suea, in the province of Phetchaburi, which promotes zero carbon tourism (contact: Tel. +66 (0) 8291 87774);
• The Rimklong Homestay community, in Samut Songkhram province, which highlights eco-friendly travel and easy living on its coconut plantations (contact: Tel +66 (0) 8917 02904);
• Rai Jai Yim Farm Stay, in Kanchanaburi province, offering camping and farm activities (contact: Tel. +66 (0) 8548 26559);
• Rai Khuean Rang Farm Stay, in Nakhon Ratchasima province, which focuses on zero-carbon tourism and the experience of slow living and mixed farming (contact: Tel +66 (0) 8924 41369);
• Thai Tawee Pomelo Garden, in Nakhon Pathom province, showing educational experiences of agricultural life in a smart organic farm (contact: Tel +66 (0) 8362 65499).

Those interested in experiencing zero carbon tourism in Thailand can learn more through this link.