We would like to invite you to become a member of Ecotourism Australia. There are fantastic benefits to be gained through becoming a member, but let us give you some background information first.

Ecotourism Australia, is the national body for Australia's ecotourism industry. Ecotourism Australia has a diverse membership that includes key industry sectors such as including ecotourism accommodation, tour and attraction operators; tourism planners; protected area managers; academics and students; tourism, environmental, interpretation and training consultants; local and regional tourism associations and travellers. Ecotourism Australia was formed in 1991 as a non-profit organisation.

The Eco Certification Program is a world first. It has been developed to address the need to identify genuine ecotourism operators in Australia. The ECO Certification Program is also now being exported to the rest of the world as the International Ecotourism Standard. Ecotourism Certification provides an assurance that a certified product is backed by a commitment to best practice ecological sustainability, natural area management and the provision of quality ecotourism experiences. We have also recently developed an exciting agreement with Wotif.com who have acknowledged the trend towards sustainable or green travel through their website. All ECO Certified products are now accompanied by the ECO Certification logo plus an explanation of what this logo means. They have also developed a special ‘eco’ preferences page where all ECO Certified accommodations are displayed for travellers searching for a more natural experience.

The EcoGuide Certification Program provides a credential, endorsing the recipient as a guide who will deliver an authentic, environmentally responsible, and professional ecotourism experience. The 2007 New Generation EcoGuide Program now provides Guides with a cost effective and convenient advantage in being able to attain both EcoGuide and the national Guides of Australia (GOA) accreditation in one application.

The Climate Action Program is dedicated to ranking efforts to reduce carbon emissions.  It is designed for all sectors of the tourism industry, regardless of size and level of carbon reduction already undertaken.  It includes tourism hotels, attractions, tours, transport, restaurants, travel agents, tourism commissions and industry bodies.

• Standard listing in the Green Travel Guide
• Listing in the Ecotourism Australia Members Search Page to assist in networking opportunities
• Opportunity to promote special rates and discounts to members of Ecotourism Australia
• Member discount to Ecotourism Australia’s Annual National Conference – this year the Inaugural Conference on Green Travel, Climate Change and Ecotourism
• Full voting rights within the organisation such as nominating and selecting board members (not valid for student members)
• Receipt and contribution to Ecotourism Australia’s regular e-newsletter (EcoBytes) covering trends and issues influencing sustainable tourism
• Access to Eco Jobs page on the Ecotourism Australia website whereby you can list job vacancies and listings of work wanted/services required (coming soon!)
• Opportunities to provide input to the development of plans and programs related to ecotourism such as tourism plans, national park management plans, under- and postgraduate courses and training programs (you will receive notice when reviews are taking place)
• Opportunities to contribute to the development of a more effective licensing systems for operating in protected areas and opportunities to advertise, sponsor and align with the association for improved positioning
• Networking opportunities with creative and innovative people involved in ecotourism throughout Australia.  This is via our EcoBytes Newsletter, Annual Conference and other networking events throughout the year
• Member discounts on ecotourism publications

Additional benefits such as complimentary inserts into conference delegate packs and trade displays are available to higher levels of membership.  Contact Kristie via eco@ecotourism.org.au for further information regarding the benefits for Gold Business Membership and above.

Membership type	Cost
Student Membership Requires Valid Student Card details	$ 65
Personal or Individual Membership For Individuals Only	$198
Bronze Business Membership Less than $250,000 pa turnover	$235
Silver Business Membership $250,000 - $1 million pa turnover	$340
Gold Business Membership $1,000,001 - $5 million pa turnover	$470
Diamond Business Membership $5,000,001 - $10 million pa turnover	$785
Platinum Business Membership over $10,000,001 pa turnover	$1,570
Public Sector and Local Government Membership	$785
State and Commonwealth Dept's National Parks	$1,570
Academic and Research Institutions and Organisations	$1,570
Industry Leaders Forum (Limited to 20 Members)	$2,610

Access membership forms here: Online Application Form