Development of adventure tourism in the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia)

Abstract

The article examines the trends in the development of adventure tourism in the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia), where nature-oriented forms of tourism are the most promising. The object of the study is adventure tourism, the subject is the peculiarities of its development in the regions of new development on the example of the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia). The concept and characteristics of adventure tourism are briefly analysed. It is determined that adventure tourism is one of the types of nature–oriented tourism, including visits to unique natural sites (mainly in areas untouched by economic activity) through active forms of movement combined with moderate physical exertion, overcoming difficulties and obtaining unforgettable experiences, impressions and new knowledge about the world around. The specifics of the organization and trends in the development of tourism in the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia) are analysed. The analysis of the natural and recreational potential showed high attractive properties of the studied territory and the possibility of developing various types of active tourism. Despite the rich natural resource potential, the development of adventure tourism in the region is hampered by a number of negative factors. The main problems of the development of adventure tourism are considered and measures to intensify the development of adventure tourism in the region are proposed.