Private sector tourism in conservation areas in Africa

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In Africa's protected areas, tourism involves numerous stakeholders interacting in various partnerships and relationships. These stakeholders include governments, communities, NGOs, the private sector, and academics. Through the use of extensive case studies from throughout Africa this book presents guidelines to ensure optimal benefits for stakeholders as well as promoting the sustainability of tourism in Africa--Provided by publisher.  Read more... Abstract: This book is the first to provide a detailed analysis of private sector involvement and partnerships in tourism in Africa. It includes best practices and processes to develop tourism partnerships with the private sector, and highlights important tools to enhance sustainability of tourism in Africa, involving numerous stakeholders.  Read more... Content: Introduction -- Background -- Private sector partnership options -- Joint venture lodge ownership partnership options -- Processes to develop accommodation partnerships in protected areas -- Best practices: lessons learned from the case studies -- Conclusion -- Supplementary material.