How to develop indigenous tourism that empowers, not exploits

By Hallie Milstein, Marketing & Content Associate, Trove Tourism Development Advisors


Travellers are increasingly hungry for experiences that take them beyond the surface level of a destination. Offering authentic cultural experiences, unique perspectives, and meaningful encounters with locals, indigenous tourism is a rapidly growing sector wherein travellers engage in experiences owned and operated by local indigenous community members. A recent study projects the indigenous tourism market will grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.10% from 2024 to 2034, reaching $67.05 billion USD by 2034 from $44.86 billion USD in 2024.

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