Ecotourism
Expedition to the Raja Ampat Islands: The Journey Home
Written by Joanne Wilson | December 2nd, 2011
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Jo and Sangeeta reflect on a tiring and inspiring journey to the Raja Ampat Islands, where the team’s research will help protect both nature and people.
Expedition to the Raja Ampat Islands: Innovative Approaches to Marine Conservation
Written by Joanne Wilson | November 28th, 2011
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Learn how ecotourism is behind one of the most important marine conservation achievements in Indonesia.
Expedition to the Raja Ampat Islands: The Long and Short of Reef Health Monitoring
Written by Joanne Wilson | November 22nd, 2011
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The expedition team has been encountering some exotic species. Join them as they examine a gigantic fish ball!
Expedition to the Raja Ampat Islands: What Does a Resilient Reef Look Like?
Written by Joanne Wilson | November 21st, 2011
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Reef resilience is a key concept behind the expedition’s goals in Raja Ampat. Learn why it’s reshaping the way we protect coral around the world.
Expedition to the Raja Ampat Islands: First Impressions
Written by Joanne Wilson | November 18th, 2011
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Wake up with the expedition team to calm, clear waters surrounded by jaw-dropping mountains. It’s time to go diving and monitor some reefs!
Follow the Raja Ampat Expedition
Written by Joanne Wilson | November 7th, 2011
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From November 15-30, Conservancy scientists Dr. Sangeeta Mangubhai and Dr. Joanne Wilson are conducting a monitoring expedition to Raja Ampat. Join the expedition.
The Long and Winding Serengeti Road
Written by Matt Brown | July 8th, 2011
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A proposed road through prime migratory lands has caused big controversy. Now the Tanzanian government has reached a compromise… so why aren’t conservationists happy?
Expedition to the Raja Ampat Islands: Ecoresort Protects Coral Reefs
Written by Alison Green | December 30th, 2009
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Conservancy marine biologist Alison Green continues her diving expedition around the Raja Ampat Islands…and finds that ecotourism can indeed conserve coral reefs.
Expedition to the Raja Ampat Islands: Marine Conservation Agreements
Written by Alison Green | December 28th, 2009
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How are marine conservation agreements leading the way in protecting coral reef ecosystems in Indonesia?
Ecotourism: Green Problem or Green Solution?
Written by Matt Miller | November 4th, 2009
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Ecotourism is often presented as the savior for wildlife and wild places — providing local communities with financial incentives to preserve nature while also reducing poaching and development pressure. But, lately, others question whether rich Westerners jetting around the world really help much at all: They disturb animals, create demands for new development and only [...]
