Understanding issues of safety and security will help in positioning destinations for competitive advantage as tourism is susceptible to threats and crimes. Eco-destinations offering lakes,waterfalls and caves are common in developing nations, especially in West Africa but the current wave of terrorism in the region seems to be a threat to these unique and unparalleled nature-based destinations.

Specifically, we are in search of literature from UNWTO, NGOs, government agencies and tourism professionals concerning safety and security issues in tourism sector with special interest in safety and security issues in eco-destinations.

-Who is responsible for safety and security in eco-destinations?

-What are the safety and security issues peculiar to eco-destinations like caves, lakes and waterfall?

- Given advancement in technology, globalization and modernity, what are the ways to ameliorate safety and security issues in eco-destinations?