Adventure tourism and the environmental impact: a systematic literature review

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Bhardwaj, S. and Chopra, R. 2026. Adventure tourism and the environmental impact: a systematic literature review. International Journal of Hospitality & Tourism Administration. https://doi.org/10.1080/15256480.2026.2644633

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Title	Adventure tourism and the environmental impact: a systematic literature review
Authors	Bhardwaj, S. and Chopra, R.
Abstract	Adventure tourism is a multifaceted sector that attracts diverse traveler motivations and interests, ranging from seeking thrills and challenges to experiencing nature and cultural immersion, yet leaves a significant environmental footprint. This study explores adventure tourism and its environmental impact through a systematic literature review and thematic analysis. The researchers reviewed 113 documents published from 1995 to 2024. This study synthesized the current research across four main themes: tourist experiences and interests, outdoor leisure activities, distinctions between soft and hard adventures, and demographic profiles of adventure travelers. Through this lens, we explored the environmental impacts of adventure tourism, underscoring the need for urgent, sustainable interventions.
Sustainable Development Goals	11 Sustainable cities and communities
Middlesex University Theme	Sustainability
Publisher	Taylor & Francis (Routledge)
Journal	International Journal of Hospitality & Tourism Administration
ISSN	1525-6480
Electronic	1525-6499
Online	20 Mar 2026
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Submitted	19 Feb 2025
Accepted	09 Mar 2026
Deposited	29 Sep 2026
Output status	Published
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)	https://doi.org/10.1080/15256480.2026.2644633

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