مجلة دفاتر اقتصادية
Volume 17, Numéro 1, Pages 224-238
2026-06-02

Global And Algerian Pioneers In Sustainable Ecotourism: Best Practices And Local Adaptation

Authors : Djamai Sarra . Hermouche Imen . Mansouri Mouna .

Abstract

This study investigates Algeria’s ecotourism experience, shedding light on three major cases: Ahaggar, Taghit, and Taza, in comparison with leading international models from Costa Rica, Bhutan, and Slovenia. Our results show that the main aspects that led these countries to success in sustainable ecotourism are the combination of clear national branding, practical certification systems, and market-driven strategies that link conservation with economic growth. However, in Algeria, although an encouraging policy framework and strong stakeholder interest, progress still limited Arising from weak coordination, insufficient funding, and a shortage of specialized skills. Based on these results, this study suggests that strengthening Algeria's ecotourism potential depends on translating global best practices into the local context through well-designed policies, continuous capacity building, and the creation of a national certification mechanism that ensures quality and sustainability.

Keywords

Sustainable Ecotourism ; Green Entrepreneurship ; Comparative Analysis ; Sustainable Development