Management for Ecotourism Sustainable in Kuet Chang Sub-district, Mae Taeng District, Chiang Mai Province

Abstract

The objectives of this research are as follows: 1) To study the condition of the ecotourism in Tambon Kue Chang. 2) To study the problems and obstacles related to tourism management in the community. 3) To propose a suitable approach to managing the eco-tourism and environmental sustainability. The participant of the interviews 1. Former forester of Amphoe Mae Taeng: 1 person 2. Administration of Tambon Kue Chang: 1 person 3. Village leaders of the community: 8 person 4. Tour operators: 5 person 5. Resort and Homestay operators: 5 person The Participant of the questionnaires 1.Tourist visiting Tambon Kue Chang: 100 2. Locals in the Tambon Kue Chang area: 100 All the data were analyzed with descriptive statistics in percentages through standard frequency and standard deviation. The results of the research indicate that the conditions of ecotourism in Tambon Kue Chang, Amphoe Mae Taeng, Chiang Mai, is very rich in natural resources. The land is covered with rainforest and the Mea Taeng River The problems that have occurred in managing ecotourism, which has cause the most environmental impact. The increasing amount trash in the area. The Natural ecosystem The conflict of ideas between the community, private companies and public sector. The local residents and visitors are still lacking the knowledge and understanding of environmental management. The appropriate approach to managing ecotourism and environmental sustainability. 1.The management and the development of the appropriate form of tourism to the community should be the Standard Environmental Management system ISO 14001. The environmental management of the tourist area needs to be on an international standard. People of the local community should be given an opportunity to participate in learning how to use the tour activity equipment for the safety of the tourist and themselves. 2. The management of the Environment and Natural Resources. The public and the government policies should be given a chance to propose clearly the rules and regulations, regarding the control of the tourist from destroying the local natural resource. 3. The interests of the community should be open to private entrepreneurs, so they can express their opinion. To show their ideas and participate on the planning and manage the tourist within the district natural resource to make into products. Learning and management is the heart and key to improve the development of future sustainable.