Sustainable Ecotourism in Kamchatka, Russia

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Sustainable Ecotourism in Kamchatka, Russia z William Overbaugh, U.S. Bureau of Land Management z Alan E. Watson, Leopold Institute for Wilderness Research z David M. Ostergren, Northern Arizona University z Peter J. Fix, University of Alaska -Fairbanks z Linda E. Kruger, U.S. Forest Service z Daniel W. McCollum, U.S. Forest Service

Presentation Objectives z Introduction to Kamchatka, Russia z Kamchatka'sGlobal Tourism Niche z KamchatkaVisitor Survey -preliminary results

Images of Kamchatka

Wild & Wonderful Kamchatka z One of the last largely unexploited and relatively pristine wilderness regions in the world. z One of the most active volcanic regions in the world. z 300 volcanoes of which 33 are active with calderas, cones, lava streams, cinder fields, over 160 thermal and mineral springs, geysers, mud pots and many other volcanic features. z A landscape of dynamic beauty.

Selected History z Until 1992 the peninsula was a closed military zone as the base of the Russian Pacific submarine and main fishing fleets. z This isolation, combined with few roads and settlements, has preserved much of Kamchatka'swilderness character.

Kamchatka -Unique Tourism Niche z In a populated and advancing developed world, wild experiences are increasingly scarce. z Increasingglobal demand for adventure and nature tourism coupled with increased discretionary income and willingness to pay for costly wilderness trips. z Presence (in Kamchatka) of multiple valued and distinctive settings and attractions.

Project Collaborators z UNDP/GEF Four Protected Areas BLM Alaska z Kamchatka Protected Area Managers FS -RMRS z Kamchatka Ecotourism Society FS -PNWRS z Wild Salmon Center University of Alaska z Kamchatka Cruise Port Authority Northern Arizona Univ. z Kamchatka -Moscow Government University of Service Tourism Program z Petropavlosk-KamchatskyState Aviation Enterprise (Airport) z Dept. of International Relations and Tourism of Kamchatka Regional Administration

Background z Primary goals of the project - Provide stakeholders with information about visitors - Information to help improve visitor service - Information to help improve stewardship of Protected Areas z This information reflects visitors from July 14th to November 17th2007

Primary Purpose z Research Question ---What are visitors doing in Kamchatka? - Survey modeled on work in Alaska - Where are people going? - What do visitors want to do? - Are they satisfied with their experience? - What do they know about the Protected Areas? - How much money do visitors spend?

Study Methodology z Data Collection Methods - Exit survey in the airport - Sampling strategy used bilingual students surveying visitors on selected outbound flights - Satisfactory response rate (but not everyone participated) - Low response rate for visitors from Japan and Korea

Preliminary Results from a planned year-long study—focus on Vacation & Business/Vacation trips

Visitor Statistics z 2354 total surveys completed z 1316 of surveys were people who were in Kamchatka on vacation, or a combination of business and vacation z All of the visitors went to at least one Protected Area, and many went to more than one

Where are the visitors from? 57% from Russia RUSSIA 749 USA 76 GERMANY 73 FRANCE 45 ITALY 27 GREAT BRITAIN 26 AUSTRIA 25 SWITZERLAND 22 UKRAINE 22 DENMARK 20 CZECH REPUBLIC 18 NETHERLANDS 10 BELARUS 8 LITHUANIA 8 ESTONIA 7 CANADA 6 JAPAN 5 POLAND 5

Visitor Days per Area (People could check more than one site or have multiple days per site) Yujno-Kamchatsky Park 1001 Kronotsky Zapovednik 669 Paratunka Valley Hot Springs 543 Nalychevo Nature Park 514 Klyuchevskoy Park 311 Malki Hot Springs 236 Starichkov Island/Avacha Bay 217 Bystrinsky Nature Park 203 Malki Bystraya River (fishing) 169 Yuzhno-Kamchatsky Zakaznik 96 Commander Is. Zapovednik 10

0 10 20 30 40 50 60 Fr i en d s an d relatives We b site T ra vel A g en c y B oo k s T ou r Out f it t er B roc hu r e s Maga z ines Ra d io or T V Co n se r va t i on Or g Airli n es U ND P Ma te ri al T r a vel F air Series1 Source of information about travel in Kamchatka

First Time or Return Visit? ---most people are on their first visit 1 --- 868 2 ---127 3 --- 46 4 --- 23 5 --- 14 6 + --- 93

Plans for a Return Visit? Results for all visitors only on vacation Do you plan to return? # % YES, within next 5 years 481 36.6 YES, within the next year 247 18.8 NO, not within the next 5 years 183 13.9 Other 150 11.4 NO, never 33 2.5 Did not answer 221 16.8 Total 1,315 100.0

Type of Transportation used in Kamchatka 704 536 478 396 334 277 151 Tour Bus or Van 704 Private Car 536 Helicopter 478 Public transportation 396 Taxi 334 Small Tour Boat 277 Cruise Ship 151

Guided Tours z 512 people purchased a package tour (39% of those on vacation or business/vacation trips) What kind of tour did you buy? # % Protected Area tour 160 30.6 General trip in Kamchatka 155 29.6 Fishing 89 17.0 Camping 71 13.6

Favorite Recreation Activity Activity % Fishing, freshwater 17.7 Photography 13.5 Trekking/hiking 12.6 Sightseeing 7.6 Camping 7.5 Helicopter sightseeing 7.5 Swimming, soaking 7.4 Birdwatching 5.4 Wildlife viewing 3.5

Favorite Recreation Activity Activity % Climbing 2.9 Marine tours 2.1 Fishing, saltwater 2.0 Hunting 1.7 Botanical Tours 1.2 River rafting 1.2 Diving 0.9 Horseback tours 0.3

Preferred Visitor Experience What was the primary experience you were seeking? #% Escaping everyday pressure 309 23.5 Enjoying wild nature 202 15.4 Learning about nature, geology and/or biodiversity 185 14.1 Enjoying a risk-taking adventure in a new land 109 8.3 Discovering and exploring the great outdoors 79 6.0

What was the greatest quality of life benefit received? % Better mental health and well- being 25.7 Greater understanding of nature 12.7 Greater appreciation for nature 12.6 Motivated to protect nature 6.9 Enhanced personal growth 5.9 Outcomes of Vacation Visits to Protected Areas

What was the greatest quality of life benefit received? % Improved physical fitness 5.2 Improved outdoor skills 3.8 Greater knowledge of Protected Areas3.7 Greater appreciation of local culture 2.8 Closer relationships with family/friends2.2 Increased capacity for artistic expression 1.4 Outcomes of Vacation Visits to Protected Areas

Important Services at your favorite area # % Cleanliness 726 69.9 Cabins 576 55.5 Maps 551 53.1 Gift & book store 528 50.9 Web site information 517 49.8 Help from staff members 480 46.2 Most Important Visitor Services Results for all visitors only on vacation

Guide brochures 471 45.4 Law enforcement 468 45.1 Snack bars 463 44.6 Visitor center information 457 44.0 Interpretive trails 443 42.7 Campground facilities 390 37.6 Interpretive programs 389 37.5 Boat rental 304 29.3 Snowmobile rental 192 18.5 Most Important Visitor Services Results for all visitors only on vacation

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