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CANDIDATE NAME: TYREESE ALEANDER

CANDIDATE NUMBER: 0900560010
CENTRE NUMBER: 090056
YEAR OF EAMINATION: 2022
TEAHER: MS MAYLEEN PATTERSON
SUBJECT: GEOGRAPHY
TOPIC: ECO-TOURISM
TERRITORY: GUYANA

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Title Pages

Strategy sheet

Introduction

Aim of Study

Map A: Map of Guyana showing the study area

Map B: Map of Guyana showing the site of study area

Methodology

Presentation of Data

Conclusion

Appendix

Bibliography

Geography Field Study

Strategy sheet
Candidate’s Name: Tyreese Alexander / Registration Number: 090056 0010 /
Class:11B
General topic of Interest: What is the benefits of eco-tourism
1(a) Possible question to be investigated:
What are the benefits of eco-tourism in Santa Mission
(b) Location of Study Area: Santa Mission Guyana
Strategy
A. What is the aim of your study?
To investigate what are benefits of eco-tourism in the community of Santa mission region
three west bank demerara Guyana
.
B. How will you obtain data?
Questionnaire
Observation of the study area
C. Resources
Internet Websites
Computer
Phone/Camera
Pen
D. How do you intend to present the data findings in your report?
Pie Chart
Bar Graph
Histogram
Photographs
E. Analyze and discuss data:
Discussion on the causes of eco-tourism
Anticipated Challenges: Time and weather to conduct field study

Possible Solutions: the researcher will make time to conduct the study in order to obtain
accurate data .

Teacher’s Name:

Teacher’s Signature:…… ……………………………………..

 Aim

To investigate the factors that contribute to the development of Eco-Tourism

in the community of Santa Mission, Region 3 West Bank Demerara Guyana

Map A: Map of Guyana showing the study area

Map B: Map of Guyana showing the site of study area
 Introduction
Eco tourism is a form of tourism involving responsible travel to natural
reserves to conserve the environment and improving the well-being of the
local people. Its purpose may be to educate travelers, to provide funds
for ecological conservation, to benefit from the economic development and
political empowerment of communities, or to promote respect for different
cultures and for rights. A questionnaire was given to random villagers to obtain
information.
 Methodology

The data was collected through the use of questionnaire. It was

collected on the 10th of March 2022 at 1:00 hrs. The data was col-
lected at Santa Mission.
 Presentation of data
# 7. What are the factors that contribute to the development of eco-tourism?

Sales
1st Qtr
4th Qtr 20%
30%

3rd Qtr 2nd Qtr

15% 35%

 Grey-Respect the local communities and traditions (15%)

 Blue-To benefit from the country’s economic development (20%)
 Red-To teach and educate travelers (35%)
 Yellow-Entertainment and relaxation were chosen by (30%) of the
respondents.

# 15. Does the physical environment contribute to the development

eco-tourism?

Chart Title
90%
80%
70%
60%
50%
40%
30%
20%
10%
0%
YES NO
#9. Is there a high level of tourist harassment in Santa mission?
 CONCLUSION
Santa Mission is a located in Guyana. To arrive at Santa Mission, you will have
to take a boat ride which is about 15-30 minutes, on your way to Santa Mission
you will approach a lot of wildlife features like: Birds, Snakes, Monkeys, jaguars
and many other animals. These are some of the amazing features that
contribute to eco-tourism in Santa Mission.
The physical environment also has a lot to do with the growth of the
community, for example the beautiful lake that is used for canoeing, swimming,
fishing etc. the dock and the changing room located at the front of the creek,
their cultural dances and drinks, the art and crafts, the beautiful rain forests,
and their recreational activities etc.
The development of tourism is also influenced by the residents of this
community because some of the villagers owns shop (where food, drinks etc.
are sold), stores, craft shops (where they showcase and sells their art and
crafts) these are all factors that contribute to eco-tourism in Santa Mission.
 APPENDIX

1. What is your gender?

Male
Female

2. What age group do you belong to?

12-15
16-19
20-23
23 and older

3. How long have you lived in this community?

Less than a year
1-5 year
5-10years
More than 10 years

4. What ethnic group do you belong to?

Amerindian
African
East Indian
Mixed
5. What is Eco-tourism?

.
6. How often do you get tourists in this area?
Once every month
Twice every month
Once every 2 months
Trice every 6 months

7. What are the factors that contribute to the development of eco-tourism?

.
8. What is the aim of Eco-tourism?
 Respect the local communities and traditions
To benefit from the economic development
To teach and educate travelers
Entertainment and relaxation

9. Is there a high level of tourist harassment in Santa mission?

Yes
No

10.What are some factors that made Santa Mission a resort area?
Hospitality
Beautiful setting
The area
Heritage

11.What are some factors that may attract more tourists?

Recommendations from friends and relatives
Comprehensive information online
Closeness of the destination
Availability of special offers

12.What are some factors that may repel tourists from this community?
Safety
Cost
Weather

13.How can they fix that?

.

14.Does the people from this area contribute to the development of

tourism in this community?
Yes
No
15. Does the physical environment contribute to the development
eco-tourism?
Yes
No
 BIBLIOGRAPHY

https://www.slideshare.net/ShemarCunningham/geogaphy-sba