Ecotourism In Bonito (MS): Na Analysis Of Socioeconomic and Socioenvironmental Impact

Abstract

This article analyzes the socioeconomic and socio-environmental impacts of ecotourism in the municipality of Bonito, Mato Grosso do Sul, located in the Central-West region of Brazil. The research, of bibliographic nature, is based on authors such as Ruschmann, Lamoso & Lomba, Oliveira, and Camargo, as well as data from official institutions such as the Ministry of Tourism and IBGE. The study discusses the potential of ecotourism as an instrument of sustainable development, linking job and income generation to the conservation of local ecosystems. The results indicate that ecotourism has promoted significant economic transformations and contributed to the appreciation of local culture and environmental awareness. However, challenges such as the expansion of the agricultural frontier, pressure on conservation areas, and the need for effective public policies remain. It is concluded that balancing tourism growth with environmental preservation is essential to ensure the sustainability.