Control Measures for Tourism Entrepreneurs in Marine National Parks - SCUBA Diving and Related Activities in Marine National Parks. Country/Territory Thailand Document type Regulation Date 2007 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Sea, Wild species & ecosystems Keyword Ecosystem preservation Authorization/permit Enforcement/compliance Registration Protected area Protection of environment National parks Tourism Geographical area Asia, Asia and the Pacific, East Asian Seas, Indian Ocean, South-Eastern Asia Abstract These Measures were developed in accordance with the National Park Act, B.E. 2504 and “the Regulation of the National Park, Wildlife and Plant Conservation Department (DNP) regarding the Permission to operate tourism business and lodging service within the National Park Act, B.E. 2547”, aiming to maintain the natural resources in the parks, and ensure visitors have safe and enjoyable experiences within the parks. The Measures consist of 3 Sections: Registration and Permission for Operation (I); General Regulations for all Tourism Boats (II); Regulations Specific to Scuba Diving Operations (III). Full text English Website www.dnp.go.th