tourisum in bajura in nepal

tourisum in bajura in nepal

tourisum in bajura in nepalMartadi is the locale central station of Bajura region at a separation of 950 kilometers from Kathmandu. The name Martadi was gotten from Martanda Rishi. The essential religious sanctuaries, for example, Badimalika and Kailashmandu could get to be critical vacation spots. The real ethnic gatherings in this area incorporate Chhetri, Thakuri, Brahmin, Kami, Damai, Sarki, Kumal and Chunar. Polyandry convention exists among Bhotia and Sauka people group.






Local people adore in Jiulekmandu and Badimalika temples.Major celebrations of Bajura are Dasain, Tihar, Fagu, Daval Jatra and Sain Kande Jatra. Bajureli Deuda and Bhuwa moves are exceptionally well known in the locale for their uniqueness.

Martadi Bazzar

Region headquarter Martadi, Bajura

Political Boundary

East: Humla, Mugu and Kalikot

West: Bajhang and Achham

North: Humla and Bajhang

South: Kalikot and Achham

Bhuwa Naach

Bhuwa Naach

Population
According to National Population and Housing Census 2011
Total household: 24,908 
Male: 65,806
Female: 69,106
Total: 134,912


Major rivers

Budhiganga, Karnali,Kawadi, Kunna.

Topography Location

Longitude: 81’’ 13””- 81’’ 46

Latitude: 29’’ 17””-29’’ 55’

Climate

Sub-tropical, Temperate, Cool-temperate, Alpine.

Temperature

Maximum: 36.0 °Centigrade.  

Minimum: 1.0 0 °Centigrade.

Rainfall 1343.0 ml.

Tourist attraction centers

Tante, Malika, Nateswari, Chededaha, Khaptad Lake. Many Himalayan Peak. 

Manang Valley Trek

Manang Valley Trek Lying of the eastern reaches of the Annapurna Circuit Trek, Manang village Trek is a remote yet one of the most beautiful valleys in Nepal. In the close vicinity of Tibetan border, this valley has a history among the yak and salt traders of Nepal and Tibet. This valley is still used as the yak and salt trading point and it remains one of the important trading point is the northern border of Nepal. At the time of King Mahendra this valley was declared as the trading point of Nepal for the East Asia. Since then many of the manage people have migrated to Kathmandu and other places but to those who still live there, this is a very important place. Opened to trekkers in 70’s Manang Valley has been one of the favorite destinations for the trekkers visiting Nepal. Enriched and blessed with many stunningly beautiful mountains like Pisang peak, the Chulu range, Gangapurna, Tilicho Peak, Kangaru Peak, Throng peak, Manang Valley trek always has been a great experience for those who have been there.

Manang Valley Trekking Comprised of the 13 districts, Manang is divided to Upper and Lower Mustang. Marshyangdi River runs through the District making the land fertile and irrigable. Manangi People grow mostly buck wheat, millet and potato. The winters in the higher plateaus resemble desert like terrain but some of the rarest flora and fauna inhabit this place.

Manang Village Trek will take you through gorgeous lower valley full of life and beautiful flora and fauna to the desert like barren upper plateaus, beautiful nonetheless. Manang Valley trek will offer you view of the mountains that will sweep you off your feet, cultural aspects of the Himalayan region, the renowned Milirepa cave situated, only a day’s walk from Manang village and to the highest freshwater lake in the worl

Accommodations:

We give our first priority to our guest to serve them at superior level that is what making us today Himalayan Magic Treks. For the accommodation we have been providing star hotels in Katmandu and even normal guest house according to the guest demands and need. During the trek we provide standard Guest House with sound environment and hygienic food for the guest to make their trip happening and healthy. Being one of the paramount destination in the world Annapurna region collects lots of tourist. so, there will always be better Lodge and facilities in LManang Valley Trek.

• Meals:

We get paradise of food especially in the cities areas especially in Katmandu valley. We have a lot of restaurants with different cuisine in city but during the trek we get to eat from Continental and Nepali menu especially choices like Pasta, Pizza, Mo. Mo, soup items, Potatoes items, Dal Bhat, Hot drinks Tea & Coffee etc.

• Our Team:

Being homeland of Himalayas, it’s obvious to have challenging routes, High altitude problems, Weather and other conditions; any of those situations is big enough to ruin your trip. Leading around the steeply hills and rocky routes is not a job of common climbers and trekkers. Himalayan Magic Treks have been providing native leaders and staffs working in this field perfectly since long years to overcome tough challenges and make your trip a golden memory. They are trained and well certified by the Government of Nepal. All of our staffs have received emergency guidance in Himalaya’s and have knowledge of first Aid for our guest. We never compromise giving safety to our staffs, therefore we provide insurance and medical services during the trek and compensation when they need especially to Porters, Kitchen member and other.

• Field Staffs:

we are  very much concern about the comfort of our guest and whenever it is about the staffs in the field. When we are on trek trekking through challenging route we need proper number of workers like Guide, Porter, Assistance guide, Camping members and other staffs. We provide 1 assistance guide with every 4 - 9 guests and 2 assistance guide with 10 guests. We do need strong and portable Porters to carry our weights, We provide 1 porters for 2 guest depending on guest stuffs and we allow only 25 kg for porters. We have professional and expert Guide, Leader and City guide in the field and can speak proper English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean and other required. We can also manage any other staffs as per your demand.       

• Equipment’s:

We believe equipments does matter to make your trip easy and comfortable. Caring excessive quantity of equipment doesn’t make your adventure more interesting but the drawback. So, we request you to carry only selected and needed one and save your extra expenses for other need in trek though we have our potential porters. Warm Clothes, Down Jacket, Trouser, T-shirt, Hiking Boot, Sunglass, Sun cream, Knife, Walking Steak, day back pack, Head Light, Sleeping Bag etc. These are the equipments which you most carry during the trek.

• Clothing

Liner socks, Trekking shirts short sleeve, Thermal underwear, fleece sweaters lightweight, one heavier Easy drying long sleeved base layer shirts, woolen blends trekking socks, pair trekking pants with zip off bottoms

• Outer layers

down vest, wind/rain proof over layer - jacket and pants, peak hat, headband, Warm winter hat, lightweight thermal layer hat, pair gloves, down jacket, Pair trekking boots, pair down booties Great for keeping feet warm in room and while sleeping and for in the lodge.

• Safety & Security:

Security is our primary concern! From your beginning day (we will be there to pick you up with our staffs and identity) to departure date (airport drop services) we are always there to help you. We have proper remedial services during the trek with professional staffs; first aid kit, oxygen bag and Helicopter service for emergency rescue whenever trekkers get physical Loss or altitude sickness. We have focused more on acclimatization days to get rid of altitude sickness too.

• Best Season to Trek in Nepal:

• Autumn (September - November) and Spring (March - May) is the best trekking season for the trekking and mountaineering in Nepal.  Weather is mostly clear and temperature is moderate which offers beautiful views without any obstruction. Spring collects beautiful flowers, plants and rare animals Walking is also very much suitable during this season. 

• Summer (June - August) and Winter (December - February). Though Summer collects heavy monsoon rainfall it is very much clear to trek around Mustang, Dolpo and Nar- Phu valley since they are rain shadow areas.  Tibet is much more favorable for Tibet trek. Everest,  Langtang and Annapurna are always comfortable to trek even in winter season.

• Experience & Fitness:

Trekking in Nepal for Manang Valley Trek does not require past experience, though we have challenging route in Everest compared to Annapurna our itinerary suggests to walk comfortable distances. Trekking in Himalayas always takes us to challenging altitudes and rocky routes, demands proper rest time and acclimatization to sustain their strength. We always have both listed properly in our itinerary. However certain training like Running, Skipping and other workout will definitely help you in roots.  

• Acclimatization:

Altitude sickness is a significant risk when trekking on any trails above about 2500m. However good health, proper care and drinking plenty of water will definitely help you to prevent from altitude sickness. Every trekkers needs to be familiar with the heights so, for this we have life saving acclimatization days during the trek, peak climbing and expedition. We also provide certain medical support for your relief and emergency rescue through helicopter whenever guest require.

• Eco Friendly: 

We only leave foot prints! Himalayan Magic Treks is very much concern agency on environment pollution and Global Warming. We are always serious and genuine towards our garbage during the trek especially in Camping type. We collect all the rubbish and deposit it to proper place to protect our environment. We also partake in every program conducted in KEEP Kathmandu Environmental Education Project. We also suggest all travelers to protect our environment and Stop Global Warming.  

• Helping Hand

Profit oriented is not only our priority! we have been helping some of ours very villagers from different corners of Nepal to sustain their social life and help them with education and required materials. We are always looking forward for interested candidates in this field to give helping hand to support and inspire them for their better beginning and good future. If you are interested please contact us: Info@himalayanmagic treks.com They really need us, Support us to be their Helping Hand.

• Note:

We have tailor-made program for Manang Valley Trek. Days in the itinerary are always flexible, can be increased & decreased depending on your holiday and time schedule. Trekking in Everest around the Himalayan region goes through unexpected complication like natural and health challenges resulting chances in the itinerary for your security during the trek by our professional guides and leader to take you to final point safe and sound so, please cooperate with your guide for you protection.

Nepal Tourism: Adventure Mustang Trekking

Nepal Tourism: Adventure Mustang Trekking

Mustang trekking has been one of the popular trekking destinations in later days inNepal. It is relatively easy trekking along the permitted route to Lo Manthang that lies in the very heart ofMustang—the best preserved destination restricting tourists travel. The trek to Mustang is through an almost treeless barren landscape and a barren moonscape of eroded sandstone pillars and discontinuous moraine terraces, which together present a colorful mosaic made up principally of earthen reds, yellows and brown color mosaic. Mustang trekking is one of Nepal 's most mysterious and least known kingdoms, where we can explore a weird and wonderful landscape of eroded conglomerate cliffs, colored by natural earth pigments - reds, yellows, browns and blues. It is really a picturesque like a white painted villages and Tibetan monasteries, which set against a backdrop of the distant snow-capped peaks of the Himalayas. No doubt that you will have an unforgettable journey to this heart once forbidden Kingdom.

Since Mustang is shadow of the Himalaya, Mustang has much less rain then the rest of Nepal. It is one of the few places in the world that has long-lived and a very close-niche life, as it has remained inaccessible to outsiders. This isolation helped the people of Mustang to maintain their lifestyle and heritage that remained almost unchanged for centuries. Hidden behind the majestic Himalayan ranges of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna, Mustang is filled with beautiful trekking zones. The tourists require permits to visit this region. Yatra Himalaya has long been organizing trekking to the area, as it is one of authorized trekking agencies.

We begin our trek across the foothills of the Himalayas from Pokhara, where we take either flight or bus from Kathmandu. We pass through the small villages, terraced hillsides, rhododendron and bamboo forests, ascending to Ghorapani and Poon Hill for splendid dawn views of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna. At Tatopani--famous for its hot springs, we enter the spectacular Kali Gandaki river valley, the deepest gorge in the world. The mighty Kali Gandaki River passes between the mountains of Annapurna 1 and Dhaulagiri, both over 8000 m high. The Kali Gandaki valley was the main trading route with Tibet and the system of lodges and tea-houses here is well developed.

The Thakali people who inhabit this area are renowned for their hospitality and for being obliging hosts. Our trail follows the Kali Gandaki river valley from the Hindu lowlands in the south to the Buddhist villages and people in the upper valley. At Tukche we head off the main trail and head to the spectacular Dhaulagiri icefall, from where we can have superb views of the icefall and across the deep valley to Annapurna. Subsequently, we continue to the north and finally we reach to the Mustang, where we make trips to the area and explore the places lying alongside and descend down to Muktinath—famous temples and make excursion to the base of Thorung La Pass and descend down to Jomsom and we catch flight to Pokhara and fly back to Kathmandu.

Mustang Trekking Route

Mustang “Lo Manthang”

Lo Manthang La region trekking is one of the best preserved destinations restricting tourists travel. The trek the region is to have trekking through an almost treeless barren landscape and a barren moonscape of eroded sandstone pillars and discontinuous moraine terraces, which together present a colorful mosaic ....

Duration: 16 Days

Grade: Strenuous

Altitude: 4800M

Teji Festival in Lho Manthang

The Teji festival is a three-day ritual known as "The chasing of the Demons" and it is centered on the Teji myth. Teji tells the story of a deity named Dorje Jono who must battle against his demon father to save the Kingdom of Mustang from destruction.

Duration: 10 Days

Grade: Moderate

Altitude: 3900M

The Evolution of tourism in Nepal

Brief History

Nepal was closed to foreigners under the autocratic Rana Regime until 1951. The beginning of tourism in Nepal can be pointed to the first ever successful ascent of the mighty Mt. Everest on 29th May, 1953 by Tenzing Norgay and Sir Edmund Hillary. Initially the majority of the tourists were Americans who were of the retirement age.

In 1955, Nepal issued its first tourist visa on persistent request by Boris Lissanevitch. The legendary Russian hotelier pleaded to the then crown prince Mahendra to allow Thomas Cook & Son Ltd. to send tourists to Nepal. He even convinced a group of 20 tourists who were mostly females, to travel from Calcutta into Nepal.

The first tourists to come through were 10 Americans and 2 Brazilians. They stayed at the famous Royal Hotel, the first tourist standard hotel, started by Boris himself. The same year a private airline named ‘Himalaya Airways’ also started operations which was again a big boon to Nepal Tourism.

In 1956, National Planning Council on Tourism set up the first five year plan on tourism. The plan stated that ‘travel profession’ was an important tool to popularize Nepal and earn foreign currency.

In 1957, The Nepal Transportation Department was set up which paved the way for civil aviation. The same year, National Tourist Development board also came into existence. Royal Nepal Airlines Corporation (RNAC), now known as Nepal Airlines Corporation (NAC), started its operation the following year in 1958. By 1959, Nepal became a member of International Union of Official Travel Organization, with a plan to develop tourism in Nepal. This plan was created by George Lebrec, a French national.

The year 1965 showed a 40% increase in the arrival of tourists. The following years in late 60’s drew in a new breed of tourists – ‘The Hippies’.

The Hippie Trail – Road to Kathmandu

During the late 1960s the hippie trail started to take off. Almost 50% of the tourists were aged between 16 to 30 and followed a radical and liberal anti-war philosophy along with “mind-exploring” activities that involved experimentations with sex, drugs, religion. One of their major reasons to come Kathmandu was hashish was legal at the time.

The Hippie Trail was a tour taken by these hippies in the 1960s and 1970s from Europe/America to Asia, mainly India and Nepal. Their objective was to discover their inner-self and for this reason they wanted to stay away from their home as long as possible. They took the cheapest form of transportation like buses, trains and also hitchhiking. Hippie trail shows a popular route from Europe via parts of Asia to India and Nepal. Most of them would start their journey from Istanbul (Turkey) and ending it in Goa (India) or Kathmandu (Nepal).

With the establishment of the Drug Enforcement Administration in 1973, hashish transaction was considered illegal. The hippie trail (new big thing) came to an end in 1979. With the Islamic revolution in Iran and the Russian invasion of Afghanistan, they closed the overland route to western travelers.

During 1975 – 1991, Nepal was the hot spot for holiday makers, adventure seekers and cultural tourists. The tourist count increased from 100,000 to 300,000 in a year. In 1998 Nepal celebrated “Visit Nepal 98” to strengthen Nepal tourism.

There was a fall in Nepal tourism with the hijacking of an Indian Airlines Plane from Tribhuwan International Airport on 24th December 1999. 2001 saw one of the worst events in Nepal – The royal massacre, in which our beloved King His Highness Birendra Bir Bikram Shah Dev and his entire family were mysteriously murdered.

Nepal tourism despite having a longer history has really

contributor to the country’s economy. Figures released by the Ministry of Culture, Tourism & Civil Aviation show that the number of tourists has increased from 602,855 in 2010 – 2011 to 803,092 in 2011 – 2012. With the world’s largest mountain developed since 1950s.Tourism has now emerged as a major range ‘the Himalayas’, the tallest peak, Mt. Everest, and many areas of untouched nature to offer Nepal attracts many tourists, trekkers and climbers and has become one of the hottest destinations for tourism.

Pashupatinath

Pashupatinath is not only the holiest Hindu pilgrimage in Nepal but also one of the holiest destinations in the entire world. This temple that has been declared UNESCO Heritage site has been erected and razed to the ground numerous times. There are lingam images of Shiva along with statues and temples dedicated to other deities in the complex. There is historical evidence that a temple dedicated to Shiva existed at this site in AD 879. What happened of that temple, nobody knows. However, King Bhupatindra Malla built the present temple in the year 1697. The present temple is the subtle work of architecture with its gold-plated roof, be-jeweled doors, flowered motifs and woodcarvings of the finest quality. The square-shaped pagoda like temple, which is built on a single platform of 24 meters in height, stands in the middle of an open courtyard. The entrance of the temple is from all the four sides and is decorated by gold-gilt doors. Inside the temple there is a narrow walk engulfing the sanctum from where one can have closer view of Shivlinga.

On the both sides of each door of the temple there are artistic niche of different sizes containing attractive images of Apsara, Ashtha Bhairava and other gods and goddesses. Nearly all these paintings have been done in gold. The latticed windows are lift from the Bhutanese monasteries. The beams that support the roofs have pictures that depict different sexual and suggestive postures. On the upper part of the beam that supports the lower roof, the images of moon, sun and a Purna-Kalasha have been carved out.

In the central sanctum of the temple lies the 3 feet high Shivlinga. The major difference between this and other Shivlingas in India is the fact that the Shivlinga at Pashupatinath is four faced. The face looking east is called Tatpurusha where as the ones in west, north and south are called Sadhyojata, Vamadeva and Aghora. The upper portion of this lingam is known as Ishan.

Pashupatinath area is regarded as one of the most important places of pilgrimages for the followers of Hinduism in the entire world. Thousands of devotees come to pay homage to Pashupatinath every day. On special occasions like Ekadasi, Sankranti, Maha Shivaratri, Teej Akshaya, Rakhi, Grahana (eclipse), Poornima (Full moon day) people congregate here in far greater number.

Pashupatinath Temple

Known as the Epic Center for Hindus around the world, Pashupatinath Temple stands as a symbol of faith, religion, culture and tradition. With a history dating back to 400 AD, Pashupatinath temple is considered as one of the oldest temples in the Asia. The temple is built in pagoda style with two levels of copper and gold roof. It has four main doors, all covered with silver sheets. The western door has a statue of large bull or Nandi, again covered in gold. The main deity is made up of black stones standing tall about 6 feet in height and the same in circumference.
Apart from the cultural heritage, the Pashupatinath temple also orchestrates the cremation process of the death bodies of deceased Hindus in a rich cultural and traditional way. The scene itself attracts foreigners and tourists who early wait and watch the process of the abstract Hindu culture.
More or less the temple is flocked by people during the Shivaratri when Hindus all over the world gather here to celebrate the birth day of lord Shiva.

What You'll Do

• Visit the incredible Pashupatinath Temple
• Enjoy breathtaking views of the Himalaya
• See the majesty of Mt. Everest

Overview

explore the best of Nepal on a 4-day tour that brings you to the most important Hindu site in Nepal – Pashupatinath Temple. Drive back exploring the beauty of the Himalaya before choosing to depart back home or extend your stay in the region.

Nepal Development Projects

Nepal is a beautiful country with many fantastic opportunities to volunteer and intern within its borders. Nepal is a tiny, stunning land of snow-capped mountains, majestic old temples and the colorful city of Kathmandu. The home of Mount Everest, draped along the backbone of the Himalayas, Nepal entices all kinds of people – and they don't go home disappointed.

Nepal has historically been a shrewd trader with both India to the South and China to the North. It is also in a transitional stage from royal autocracy to a form of democracy.

The geographical location of Nepal makes it one of the most bio diverse countries on the planet. As well as the mountains you will find windswept deserts, green paddy fields and jungles teeming with exotic wildlife.

This friendly and welcoming country has a rich history and offers much for the adventurous traveler. The capital city, Kathmandu, is transforming from an ancient place filled with crooked streets into a vibrant, modern metropolis. The city is becoming an extroverted and lively destination, and although Western influences mean that you will certainly see modern-looking businessmen, there is still plenty of evidence of the simpler life.

Our projects in Nepal are available for anyone interested in volunteering in the developing world, including those on a college summer break, gap year, career break or volunteer vacation.

Volunteer Work and Internships in Nepal.

Nepal Project  has volunteer opportunities in Teaching, Care, Building contruction, Alternative Energy promote, Learning and teaching, Medicine and Physical Therapy. As one of the world's poorest countries, volunteers are desperately needed in Nepal to help out in its schools, Community, hospitals and orphanages.

Wherever you are based, you’ll experience the friendliness of this country first-hand from the host family whose house you will be calling home. All our volunteers stay with such a family and always build strong ties of friendship with them. Be ready to explore – and be accepting of – their culture and you will have a truly amazing time.

Volunteer Vacations and Voluntourism in Nepal.

On your days off from voluntary work, there’s always something going on in Nepal. Kathmandu attracts pilgrims as well as tourists, so there are plenty of religious festivals, rallies and attractions.

You can try a pizza Nepali-style, feast on the traditional Dal Bhat, or enjoy a buffalo steak at the Everest Steak House. If you’re hungry for something other than food, visit the temples in Durbar Square, or go mountain biking in the Kathmandu Valley.

Nepal is the perfect location for anyone who loves the outdoors. The mountainous terrain is perfect for those seeking extreme climbing or trekking activities. Who wouldn’t relish the unforgettable experience of hiking in the foothills of Mount Everest? There are also places to go white-water rafting in the foaming glacial rivers, or take an adventure trek through the jungle.Himalaya Mt. Everest Tower ‘HIMET’ aim is to integrate sustainable environmental conservation and community development programs for tourism development.

It is well known fact that travelling has been a human phenomenon since the beginning of human civilization. It is a sensitive factor of the human nature in the context of moving to survive, explore and to know that unknown.
Yet tourism is often taken to be a new phenomenon associated with our present civilization. The ancients undertake travels for personals or collective interest or out of curiosity and regions sentiments. 
But the modern science and technology advancement, higher incomes and saving longer, leisure times, demographic expansion, cheaply facilitated and diversified tourists services, spread of education etc. have made the term “Tourism” more households as well as the most dynamic and important for not only developing countries. Nepal, a country of natural paradise, is unique due to its peculiar topography, diverse climate and cultural heritage. Nepal has many tourists’ destinations and range of comparative advantages.

The most spectacular mountains in the world, people of different races, religious, cultures, and costumes, a wide variety of flora and fauna and
a varied climate are the large and growing tourist’s world. To develop sustainable tourism and to achieve the opium socio-economic benefits, the activities like eco -tourism, community based tourism or village tourism; social tourism should be highly promoted.

Nepal one of the most unique exotic and remote destinations in the tourism map of the world unquestionably a country deemed with countless natural wonders and exhilarating tourism products.

It would n’t be an exaggeration to say tourism potentiality of Nepal, if utilized properly and with a little seriousness on the part of the plans and policy makers; it would prove itself like the Hen that used to lay Golden eggs in fairy tales. Social tourism is Community based tourism which enables tourists to discover local habitats, wildlife and to celebrates and respects traditional cultures, rituals and wisdom. The community will be aware of the commercial and social value placed on their natural and cultural heritage through tourism, and this will encourage community to conserve these resources. Supporting community-based tourism, tourist can immerse in the day-to-day lives of local and indigenous people while helping them to preserve their environment and cultural heritage by sharing idea and knowledge.

In return tourist gets rare opportunities to experience local communities in a low price instead of paying high price for the hotel and resort. Many successful experiences in development countries prove that tourism can become a leading sector for the people who conserve natural resources and live on it. Local people of these countries jointly cooperate in Community Based Tourism and this gives not only economic benefits for them but also becomes an example of community involved decision making process. A community by definition implies individuals with some kind of collective responsibility, and the ability to make decisions by representative bodies. Also Social tourism is aimed at benefiting the whole community by contributing to the economic and social development of regions and citizens as the whole.
All the players in the tourism development are subject to the same expectations of professionalism and competence, whether facility managers or entrepreneurs, guides or tour organizers, entertainers or educators.

Himalaya Mt. Everest Tower ‘HIMET’ is with a strict aim of promoting community-based socio-environmentally friendly tourism. Eco tourism is gradually becoming a priority as it is proved to be the alternative economic activity to the local community. The organization sees itself as a social partner for community development through tourism to create economic, social and environmental value in the community.

It believes that the overall longevity of the organization success depends upon its ability to create value in these three areas simultaneously. Responsible Tourism/Sustainable Tourism Once we are promoting the social tourism we should not forget to talk about responsible as well as sustainable tourism, responsible tourism is tourism ‘that creates better places for people to live in, and better places to visit’.

The concept of Responsible tourism can be understood through Sustainable tourism, the goal of both being the same – sustainable development. While Sustainable tourism points at the obvious need for sustainability, Responsible tourism means taking the initiative, understanding actors involved, studying the impacts and benefits and spreading them out equally, in other words, spreading the responsibility for both impacts and benefits thus ensuring the ability of all levels of actors to act accordingly – be government, tour operators, hospitality industry and even individuals such the tourists themselves.