Ban plastic bags for tourism in Karamoja: During World Earth Day on April 22nd, we went out to clean the streets of our municipal in Moroto town and the trails on Mount Moroto to raise awareness and launch our principles for Responsible Tourism in Karamoja.
The most important lesson learned was the impact of the polythene bags – or kaveera as they are commonly known – on nature and animals. This non-degradable waste results in the degradation of fertile soil used for agriculture, clog water channel, create breeding ditches for mosquitoes and release cancerous fumes when burnt.
“We recognise that tourism as an industry contributes in part to the scourge of plastic bags. But we’re also aware of the potential of tourism to educate the community.”
Action 1: Ban single-use plastic
Our first action is aimed at eliminating single-use plastic bags by replacing them by locally designed reusable bags. These bags are strong, washable, watertight and therefore also suitable for collecting rubbish from the trails during tours. The bags will also be for sale at our shop along the main street in Moroto town.
Action 2: Biodegradable options
For our facilities we’re exploring degradable packaging options, such as the use of reusable wooden crates to pack our fruits and vegetable supplies. And also for give away bags we’re looking for a supplier of biodegradable bags such as sisal, paper, cloth, papyrus or even banana leave.
Principles for responsible Tourism in Karamoja.
1. Plan Ahead and Prepare
2. Travel and Camp on Durable Surfaces
3. Dispose of Waste Properly
4. Leave What You Find
5. Minimize Campfire Impacts
6. Respect Wildlife
7. Be Considerate of Other Visitors
8. Support the local economy
Warrior Nomad trail promoting cultural tourism Uganda – The Kingdom of The Netherlands in collaboration with Dutch/Ugandan tourism stakeholders have launched a three-year project aimed at increasing the tourist arrivals to Uganda by diversifying the tourism products with the focus on soft-adventure and cultural tourism.
The internship opportunity I had with Kara-Tunga Arts and Tours, Karamoja Safari Camp was a great chance for learning and professional development. Therefore, I consider myself a very lucky person as I was provided with an opportunity to be part of the team. I am also grateful for having a chance to meet so many …
Trail mapping on Mount Moroto – One of our goals is preservation of cultural heritage through tourism and therefore we are working hand in hand with the elders as gatekeepers and the youth to document, manage and share.
Banning plastic bags for tourism in Karamoja
Ban plastic bags for tourism in Karamoja: During World Earth Day on April 22nd, we went out to clean the streets of our municipal in Moroto town and the trails on Mount Moroto to raise awareness and launch our principles for Responsible Tourism in Karamoja.
The most important lesson learned was the impact of the polythene bags – or kaveera as they are commonly known – on nature and animals. This non-degradable waste results in the degradation of fertile soil used for agriculture, clog water channel, create breeding ditches for mosquitoes and release cancerous fumes when burnt.
“We recognise that tourism as an industry contributes in part to the scourge of plastic bags. But we’re also aware of the potential of tourism to educate the community.”
Action 1: Ban single-use plastic
Our first action is aimed at eliminating single-use plastic bags by replacing them by locally designed reusable bags. These bags are strong, washable, watertight and therefore also suitable for collecting rubbish from the trails during tours. The bags will also be for sale at our shop along the main street in Moroto town.
Action 2: Biodegradable options
For our facilities we’re exploring degradable packaging options, such as the use of reusable wooden crates to pack our fruits and vegetable supplies. And also for give away bags we’re looking for a supplier of biodegradable bags such as sisal, paper, cloth, papyrus or even banana leave.
Principles for responsible Tourism in Karamoja.
1. Plan Ahead and Prepare
2. Travel and Camp on Durable Surfaces
3. Dispose of Waste Properly
4. Leave What You Find
5. Minimize Campfire Impacts
6. Respect Wildlife
7. Be Considerate of Other Visitors
8. Support the local economy
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