Stakeholder engagement in sustainable adventure tourism development in the Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve, India

A study on the Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve, India, reveals that adventure tourism, particularly trekking, is still in its early development phase and lacks clearly defined stakeholder roles. However, it highlights significant potential for sustainable adventure tourism if a more systematic approach to planning is adopted, leveraging the existing strengths of various stakeholders. The research involved interviews, treks, and other activities, identifying the State Forest Department as a key player in this evolving network. This finding underscores the need for better coordination among stakeholders to harness the region's potential for sustainable adventure tourism.

Kent, K., Sinclair, A. J., & Diduck, A. (2011). Stakeholder engagement in sustainable adventure tourism development in the Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve, India. International Journal of Sustainable Development & World Ecology, 19(1), 89–100. https://doi.org/10.1080/13504509.2011.595544