
Bhutan’s tourism CSR: culture preservation and ecosystem protection
Bhutan has become a globally cited example of intentional tourism management that seeks to protect culture and fragile ecosystems while generating revenue for national development. The country’s guiding idea places well-being and conservation ahead of unchecked visitor growth. That orientation is implemented through policy levers, regulated market access, partnerships with the private sector, and community-based approaches that aim to keep tourism benefits local and impacts limited.Essential policy tools and mechanismsHigh-value, low-volume approach: Visitors are required to purchase a government-mandated package that includes a daily conservation and development charge. This mechanism raises revenue and acts as a demand filter to limit…



