Geowisata: Solusi Pemanfaatan Kekayaan Geologi yang Berwawasan Lingkungan

Abstract

This article tries to realize a solution how to make use of geology for eco-tourism and economic activities at the site management level. The paradigm in the management of geowisata is how the management of tourism is able to optimize the potential of nature (geology) to be added value for the economic welfare of local communities, as well as able to minimize the potential of natural damage. Therefore, this article attempts to recommend a geotourism management model. The management of geo-tourism is in five main focuses, including: formulating the natural potential that can be used for geotourism activities, formulating criteria of geo-tourism destinations, geo-tourism management, formulating activities in geo-tourism activities, and finally on indicators of success or from geo-tourism output.