DETERMINATION OF ATTRACTIVENESS INDEX AND CARRYING CAPACITY OF THE GEOSITES FOR SUSTAINABLE GEOTOURISM DEVELOPMENT IN THE CYCLOOPS MOUNTAINS OF PAPUA, INDONESIA

Abstract

The Cycloops Mountains are geologically and ecologically important conservation area, but are disturbed by degradation and deforestation. Geotourism is applied as an activity that supports sustainable use of the area. The aims of this research is to analyze the attractiveness and carrying capacity of the geosite for the development of sustainable geotourism. This research uses expert judgment in determining attractiveness based on the index value method and the suitability of carrying capacity with physical, real and effective geosite method.