Ecotourism, Environmental Impacts and Sustainability in the Himalayan Settlements: Study of Sagarmatha (Mt. Everest) National Park, Nepal

Current ecotourism development in Sagarmatha (Mt. Everest) National Park, Nepal, fails to meet sustainability goals by adequately benefiting local communities or mitigating environmental degradation. Despite efforts to balance tourism with conservation, the study reveals that forest resource use, cultural heritage deterioration, and environmental impacts persist, threatening the region's long-term viability. A more inclusive, community-driven approach—leveraging local knowledge and stakeholder engagement—is essential for sustainable ecotourism. The research employs a qualitative case study, combining interviews, surveys, participant observation, and archival data to assess environmental impacts and local perceptions.

Bhatta, K. D., & Roger C.K Chan. (2023). Ecotourism, Environmental Impacts and Sustainability in the Himalayan Settlements: Study of Sagarmatha (Mt. Everest) National Park, Nepal. Himalayan Journal of Applied Science and Engineering, 4(1), 15–31. https://doi.org/10.3126/hijase.v4i1.56129