 Nature-based tourism has been shown to be beneficial to communities surrounding protected areas, both directly and indirectly. This type of tourism generates significant economic benefits for the poorest households, as well as for the entire community. However, the COVID-19 pandemic and human-wildlife conflicts have had a disproportionate negative effect on local incomes. This article was authored by Anabab Gupta, Hang Zhu, Hasita Bamer, and others.