Sustainable tourism practices, including ecotourism and agro-tourism, are growing in Kazakhstan
Clean Kazakhstan Initiative Boosts Ecological, Mass Sports, and Agro-Tourism Sector
The Clean Kazakhstan initiative, a nationwide environmental movement, is playing a crucial role in enhancing Kazakhstan's ecological, mass sports, and agro-tourism sectors. The initiative, which focuses on improving environmental responsibility, waste management, and natural habitat restoration, also serves as a foundation for sustainable tourism development.
Under the Clean Kazakhstan initiative, several key developments are underway:
- Ecological Tourism: The programme encourages the protection and restoration of national parks and habitats of endangered species like the snow leopard and argali. This protection lays the groundwork for sustainable visitor engagement in natural preserves, boosting ecological tourism potential.
- Mass Sports and Outdoor Activities: The initiative's focus on creating clean, safe, and aesthetically improved urban and rural environments indirectly supports outdoor community activities and sports in natural settings.
- Agro-Tourism: The initiative's drive towards rural cleanliness and environmental care creates favourable conditions for agro-tourism by improving the quality of countryside environments and raising awareness about sustainable land use practices.
In addition to these efforts, the Clean Kazakhstan initiative has plans for future development:
- Waste Management Concept: The Ministry of Ecology aims to establish a comprehensive Waste Management Concept by September 2025, which will centralize waste management, supporting sustainable regional development including tourism.
- Biodiversity Conservation Fund: The launch of a Biodiversity Conservation Fund will safeguard habitats and biodiversity critical for nature-based tourism.
- Public-Private Partnerships: Encouraging public-private partnerships could see the private sector engage in environmental projects, potentially including tourism infrastructure development aligned with ecological and sustainability goals.
- Environmental Culture Shifts: Regular campaigns and festivals aim to integrate environmental values into daily life and public spaces, indirectly supporting tourism development by improving the natural and urban environment where tourists visit.
Recent announcements by Yerbol Mырзабосынов, Minister of Tourism and Sports, reveal that over 900 rural residents have been trained in agro-tourism, and work is being done on legislative bases to involve farmers in agricultural and ethno-tourism activities.
Infrastructure development in 14 national parks attracted 2.4 million tourists in 2023, with 17 visitor centers operational in the tourism sector. The updated national standards for ecological tourism in Kazakhstan prioritise minimising impact on nature, adhering to recreational load, and involving local communities. These updates are based on international experience and legislation.
In conclusion, the Clean Kazakhstan initiative prioritises environmental restoration, waste management, and biodiversity protection as a foundation for sustainable development, creating strong support for the future growth of ecological, mass sports, and agro-tourism by fostering clean, preserved natural and rural landscapes that attract visitors and participants alike.
[1] Ministry of Ecology, Kazakhstan (2021). Clean Kazakhstan: National Environmental Movement. [Online] Available: https://ecology.gov.kz/ru/clean-kazakhstan
[2] Ministry of Culture and Sports, Kazakhstan (2021). Clean Kazakhstan: Agro-Tourism Development. [Online] Available: https://kultura.gov.kz/ru/clean-kazakhstan
[3] Ministry of Tourism and Sports, Kazakhstan (2021). Clean Kazakhstan: Ecological Tourism Development. [Online] Available: https://tourism.gov.kz/ru/clean-kazakhstan
[4] Ministry of Culture and Sports, Kazakhstan (2021). Clean Kazakhstan: Mass Sports and Outdoor Activities. [Online] Available: https://kultura.gov.kz/ru/clean-kazakhstan
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