Ecotourism is all about the unification of environmental conservation, social communities and a sustainable trip. It can be more precisely defined a the liable travel to those natural habitats that conserve the natural resources and the environment as well as perk up the safety and interests of the natives. Ecotourism focuses on Minimizing depressing impacts on the surroundings, building environmental responsiveness, strengthening cultural respect. It provides positive experiences to the hosts and the guests, and is, financially beneficial

In a nutshell, the entire concept of Ecotourism covers the political, cultural, environmental, and social conditions of those host countries, which are richly bestowed with environmental ecosystems. One such country featuring Ecotourism is Estonia.

Estonia- A quick review

The ESTECAS (Estonian Ecotourism Association) was established as the result of a rural development scheme named "Kodukant" in the year 1996. This body is a non-governmental organization (NGO) offering non-profit memberships to individuals and other organizations concerned for ecotourism expansion in Estonia. The ESTECAS features the ecotourism plan in Estonia.

The chief attraction of Estonia is its capital city named Tallinn, which was recognized as the World Heritage by the UNICHEF and UNESCO. Away from the conurbation limits lie a variety of unknown, hidden surprises like the Parnu and the Soomaa National Park encompassing the city.

Parnu is a small town which is primarily admired for its soothing spa resorts and the powdered sandy white coastlines along the Riga bay. Not many people inhabit this region but, the city is periodically visited by many celebrities. Parnu was the birthplace of a David Oistrakh, the classical Russian violist.

The town is further beautified by the thriving art and culture. The Parnu City Art Gallery, established in the year 1995, has organized over 300 exhibitions up till today. Further, the Parnu Artists' House and the Museum of New Art exhibit marvelous works in arts. The Endla Theatre organizes numerous music concerts and film festivals all year round year.

Besides, the frozen and snow-layered swamps of Estonia's Soomaa National Park are miraculous landscapes awaiting the explorers. The beauty of this park, which covers an area of 390 kilometer, forming a network of rivers, marshes, dunes and swampable.

Best time to visit

The 'fifth season', as termed by the natives, is a springtime occurrence during which the water levels rise over five meters high, flooding an area of 175 square kilometers. It is the best time to visit this place. You may travel by air or on water.

Society and Culture

Inhabitants from nearby villages and the tourists wait for the Soomaa signature event with great anticipation. So, if you're willing to do your bit while enjoying your honeymoon, adopt this latest trend and enjoy the environmental beauty.