ISO 20611-2018 PDF
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St ISO 20611-2018
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Full title and description
ISO 20611:2018 — Adventure tourism — Good practices for sustainability — Requirements and recommendations. Provides a concise set of requirements and recommendations addressing environmental, social and economic good practices for providers of adventure tourism activities.
Abstract
This international standard gives requirements and recommendations for adventure tourism activity providers on sustainability good practices (covering environmental stewardship, social responsibility and economic viability). It is intended for providers of all types and sizes operating in diverse geographic, cultural and social environments.
General information
- Status: Published (confirmed in systematic review 2024).
- Publication date: September 2018 (published 19 September 2018).
- Publisher: International Organization for Standardization (ISO).
- ICS / categories: 03.200.10; 13.020.20.
- Edition / version: Edition 1 (2018).
- Number of pages: 10.
Scope
Specifies sustainability-related requirements and recommendations that can be applied by adventure tourism activity providers to reduce negative impacts and enhance positive outcomes across environmental, social and economic dimensions. Applicable to a wide range of activities and organisational sizes and adaptable to different cultural and geographic contexts.
Key topics and requirements
- Guidance on environmental protection and resource stewardship (minimizing impacts on flora, fauna, water and landscapes).
- Social responsibilities including respect for local communities, culture and labour practices.
- Economic sustainability: considerations for long-term viability and fair value distribution to local economies.
- Practical recommendations for planning, operations and stakeholder engagement to implement good practices.
- Monitoring, review and continuous improvement of sustainability performance.
Typical use and users
Used by adventure-tourism activity providers, tour operators, destination managers, tourism associations, certification bodies and policymakers who need a concise framework of sustainability good practices for on-the-ground operations and planning. Also useful for small and medium enterprises seeking practical sustainability guidance.
Related standards
Standards in the ISO/TC 228 tourism family are commonly used alongside ISO 20611, for example ISO 21101 (safety management for adventure tourism), ISO 21401 (sustainability management for accommodation establishments), ISO 21902 (accessible tourism) and ISO 22483 (hotel service requirements). These provide complementary guidance on safety, management systems, accessibility and service quality.
Keywords
Adventure tourism; sustainability; good practices; environmental stewardship; social responsibility; economic viability; tourism standards; ISO/TC 228.
FAQ
Q: What is this standard?
A: ISO 20611:2018 sets out requirements and recommendations for good sustainability practices specifically for adventure tourism activity providers, addressing environmental, social and economic aspects.
Q: What does it cover?
A: It covers practical and adaptable requirements and recommendations to help providers reduce negative environmental impacts, engage responsibly with local communities, and consider economic sustainability in their operations.
Q: Who typically uses it?
A: Adventure activity operators, tour companies, destination managers, industry associations, auditors and policy developers — including small and large organisations seeking to improve sustainability practices.
Q: Is it current or superseded?
A: The 2018 edition (Edition 1) is published and was reviewed and confirmed during ISO’s systematic review process in 2024, so the 2018 text remains the current version.
Q: Is it part of a series?
A: It is part of the body of ISO tourism standards developed under ISO/TC 228; it is complementary to other tourism standards (for example those addressing safety, accommodation sustainability, accessibility and hotel services).
Q: What are the key keywords?
A: Adventure tourism, sustainability, good practices, environmental management, social responsibility, economic sustainability, ISO/TC 228.