Fishing tourism is the special form of tourism, which consists in the provision of tourist services related to fishing, sponge fishing, aquaculture and related practices and techniques, traditions and local customs, local products, traditional cuisine and local gastronomy.
It is small-scale, based on sustainable development patterns, significantly reduces the negative effects on the marine ecosystem, highlights the cultural heritage and preserves the natural and man-made environment of the area, while at the same time strengthening the local society and economy.
Fishing tourism includes:
- the demonstration of fishing techniques and the use of specific methods and tools by the tourist-visitors themselves or the direct and active participation of the tourist-visitors in these activities and practices,
- the provision of information services, and the acquisition of knowledge and experiences of the visitor-tourist through of his contact with fishing and sponging.
Participating in fishing tours offers acquaintance, understanding and enjoyment of the natural environment and helps to escape from the stress and pressure of everyday life. Getting to know the fishing culture through the demonstration and learning of traditional methods and techniques helps to better understand this traditional profession.
In addition, it provides an opportunity for visitors to gain knowledge about the economic, social and cultural endeavor of a community of people, but also to engage in memorable, experiential, environmentally friendly activities.
Fishing tourism adresses to:
- Families, given that the acquaintance of the fishing wealth and the natural environment and above all, participation in experiential activities constitutes one unforgettable experience for both children and couples,
- Groups of friends and visitors looking for authentic thrills in mild outdoor activities,
- Gastronomy lovers, who seek to observe the fishing process or aquaculture as an integral element of a more complete understanding their importance in preparing quality dishes
- Retired people with free time for travel
- Young people, with their number constantly increasing, but also
- Students, in the context of excursions of special educational value organized by schools
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