ASSIGNMENT 2 SEMESTER 1 2025
UNIQUE NO:
DUE DATE: 2025
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Assignment 2 Semester 1 2025
Unique Number:
Due Date: April 2025
Sustainable tourism in a geographic context
Report: Sustainability Analysis of Kruger National Park, South Africa
1. Introduction
Kruger National Park, located in northeastern South Africa, is one of Africa’s largest and
most famous game reserves. Covering nearly 2 million hectares, the park offers an
exceptional wildlife experience, drawing local and international tourists. This report
assesses the sustainability of Kruger National Park as a tourism destination by
evaluating the environmental, economic, and socio-cultural impacts of tourism on the
area.
2. Types of Tourism Impacts
Tourism typically affects destination areas in three main ways:
Environmental Impacts: The effects tourism has on natural resources and
ecosystems.
Economic Impacts: The financial effects on the local and national economy.
Social-Cultural Impacts: The influence on local communities' traditions,
lifestyles, and societal structures.