Carrying Capacity of Gancik Hill Top for Ecotourism Development in Boyolali District

Abstract

Gancik Hill Top is one of the popular destinations in Boyolali District. Gancik Hill Top tourist destination is located at the foot of Mount Merbabu with an altitude between 1850 m above sea level that presents the concept of mountain resorts in the form of a view of Mount Merapi and is an alternative path to climb Mount Merbabu. Tourist visits from the Selo climbing route are the highest compared to the three climbing routes opened by the Gunung Merbabu National Park. Stretching tourist interest through the Selo line due to other supporting factors such as the traditions and culture of the local community. Selo is included in landslide prone areas in the area of Gunung Merbabu National Park. Soil conditions with a level of 4-70% slope does not make consideration for the community in the processing of the land because it is still dependent on the agricultural sector. Assessment of carrying capacity to illustrate the concept of ecotourism development. This study aims to analyze the carrying capacity of ecotourism development. This research is done with quantitative approach. This study used a modified Cifuentes formula that is Physical Carrying Capacity (PCC), Real Carrying Capacity and Effective Carrying Capacity (ECC).