Author
Femy Mahmud Sahami
Subject
- Perikanan
Abstract
The purpose of this study is to assess the suitability of coastal tourism in the Diyonumo Island and the
carrying capacity of the area to support the sustainability development of coastal tourism in the island. The study
was conducted at Diyonumo Island, Deme II Village, East Sumalata District, North Gorontalo District, Gorontalo
Province, from September to November 2020. The data collection was done by observation and surveys. Study
location was divided into 4 stations with an assessment of 3 categories designated for beach tourism, namely
recreation, fishing, and camping. Tourism Suitability Index (TSI) and carrying capacity were calculated from the
obtained data. The results showed that the island has the potential to be developed into a tourist area with the TSI
value for the categories of recreational, fishing, and camping is categorised ‘very suitable’. Moreover, the carrying
capacity for recreation, fishing, and camping are 1.916 people/day, 104 people/day, and 125 people/day,
respectively. The most important thing to do in order to achieve a sustainable development and management is by
properly use and manage the resource of the island and this effort can be done by government through community
empowerment programs.
Publisher
Aquatic Science & Management
Contributor
-
Publish
2022
Material Type
ARTIKEL
Right
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