The Tourism Authority Kiribati (TAK) conducted follow up community eco-tourism consultations on Maiana Island, south of the country’s capital Tarawa from 08 – 18 December 2021.
Funded through the Least Developed Countries Fund’s (LDCF) project to enhance food security in the context of global climate change, this recent activity by TAK aimed to promote community based eco-tourism development on Maiana Island.
As a follow up consultation, this activity involved the education and promotion of community-based sustainable tourism initiatives including eco-tourism and agri-tourism amongst the island’s communities.
Maiana Island offers an excellent mix of niche experiences including saltwater fly fishing, cultural tours and TAK believes that concepts such as farm to table and nature-based tourism will complement the island’s existing niche products.
TAK concluded their activity on Maiana with their participation at the island’s cultural trade event where locals showcased their rich heritage through arts and craft, local cuisine, and traditional sports.
