Indigenous forest guides lead visitors through the forest to observe wildlife at Jahoo Gibbon Camp

02 Jan 2022
Indigenous forest guides lead visitors through the forest to observe wildlife at Jahoo Gibbon Camp

The Jahoo Gibbon Camp is a community-based ecotourism venture developed in partnership with local tour operators. This venture empowers community members to engage in the conservation of globally threatened primate species by providing a sustainable income stream. The wildlife sanctuary is home to 5 primate species, including the IUCN Red List endangered yellow-cheeked crested gibbon (Nomascus gabriellae) and critically endangered black-shanked douc (Pygathrix nigripes) who are under constant threat due to poaching and habitat loss. The Jahoo Gibbon Camp has provided nearly $20,000 USD in income for the participating families over the past 2 years despite COVID-19 impacts on tourism*. Furthermore, all of the visiting tourists pay a fee towards the Gibbon Fund which is allocated towards community activities (including scholarships, cultural celebrations and support for elderly community members).

*2020-2021 Monitoring Report