One of the forms of tourism that can be effectively exploited natural resources, available in Cahul region, is ecological tourism. Through this form of tourism, can be ensured the valorisation of existing natural tourism resources and can be assured the ecological integrity of tourism destinations, based on the principles of sustainable development. The natural resources of the Cahul district (Republic of Moldova) are explored in terms of their valorisation through ecological tourism. The efficient and rational tourist recovery of the available natural potential will ensure a sustainable development of the localities of the district and will contribute to the maintenance of the ecological balance.