Pentahelix management model for the development of cave geo-ecotourism in Ngestirejo, Tanjungsari district, Gunungkidul Regency, DIY, Indonesia

Abstract

Tritis cave ngestirejo, tanjungsari located in the area of Inclusive international geopark gunungsewu. There are thousands of cave which is located in the landscape of natural karst gunungsewu. Historically, the caves were used as ancient human Habitation, hiding place, and as a place of meditation. Due to the recent development of tourism, the cave has become an exclusive tourism potential. Tritis ngestirejo cave has its own uniqueness and attraction from morphology, biodiversity, and legends that make it one of the tourists destination that applies ecotourism principles. Ecotourism is one of the development of sustainable tourism that emphasizes aspects of nature conservation and community welfare. This research aims to develop touristict object in tune with the local wisdom. This qualitative research using pentahelix management models. Primary data collection through observation, focus group discussion, interviews and in-depth interviews. Secondary data were obtained from various sources (documents, articles, journals). Results of this research shows that the village ngestirejo has a completed potential source to become attractive cave geo-ecotourism. Pentahelix synergy that is the community, government, stakeholders are built. However, there are obstacles, especially those related to climate factors and global conditions (pandemic covid-19).