DEVELOPMENT AND IMPROVEMENT OF GEOECOLOGICAL TOURISM IN THE BOGDINSK-BASKUNCHAK NATURE RESERVE

The aim of this work is to study the main elements contributing to the development and improvement of ecotourism in the Bogdinsko-Baskunchak nature reserve, as well as to consider and analyze the financing of this specially protected natural area (SPNA) and its impact on the wellbeing of the reserve. Methods. The work uses the method of complex scientific analysis, comparative analysis, statistical method, study and application of available literature and scientific funds . Results. An assessment of the improvement of the infrastructure of the Bogdinsko-Baskunchak nature reserve is given and the main factors contributing to the growth of ecotourism and environmental education are determined. The analysis of the financing of the reserve both at the expense of budgetary and at the expense of extra-budgetary funds and donations to the account of the reserve is given using a comparative analysis by years of the study period. The current tourist routes of the reserve are described. Conclusions. The development of ecotourism is greatly influenced by a complex of internal and external factors. Among them: the need and opportunities of the population to satisfy contact with nature, the epidemiological situation in the country, the presence or absence of certain sources of funding, the availability of opportunities to improve the infrastructure, etc. In addition, one should not forget about the need to develop additional services and tourist routes, as well as introduce new elements of ecotourism activities.