Indicadores ambientales para la gestión del turismo de naturaleza en áreas bajo protección privada de bosques altoandinos de la provincia del Tequendama

Abstract

The ecosystem of the High Andean forests in Colombia stands out for its biological richness, hosting numerous endemic and endangered species. Despite their fundamental role in water regulation, they face threats such as deforestation and urbanization due to changes in land use. This research aims to propose a set of indicators to assess the sustainability of nature tourism in areas of High Andean forests, in order to determine the level of management in areas under Private Protected Areas (PPA). Various methods, such as systematic review, analytical hierarchical analysis, and content analysis, were employed to identify criteria and indicators in each dimension of sustainability. The results demonstrate that the dimension with the greatest weight for Tunos and Chicaque parks is the Ecological Environmental, followed by the other dimensions. The participation of various actors, including control and monitoring institutions, was crucial in this process.