User:Ecotourismfan

The Greenbox is a completely unique region and is a natural location for Ireland’s first ecotourism destination. It boasts unique ecosystems, an unspoiled landscape and significant centres of learning such as the Organic Centre, Rossinver, Co. Leitrim and the Field Studies Council in Derrygonnelly, Co. Fermanagh. These factors have contributed to attracting a high concentration of green and ecotourism products to the region. The Greenbox is working to develop these resources further and to create a world class eco tourism destination with a strong focus on raising ecotourism standards.

The Greenbox is a defined area in the North West of Ireland including all of counties Leitrim and Fermanagh as well as parts of neighbouring counties Donegal, Sligo, Cavan and Monaghan. The large towns of Sligo, Carrick-on-Shannon and Enniskillen are not included.

Ecotourism can be defined as “travel that is small scale, low impact, culturally sensitive, community & conservation orientated, primarily nature based, educational and capable of broadening peoples minds and enlivening their souls while providing a unique experience, firmly grounded in sustainable principles and practices”.