Development of Ecotourism at Pantai Warna Oesapa Based on Local Security in Improving Citizens Economy

Abstract

Ecotourism is a form of travel to natural areas which is carried out with the aim of conserving the environment and preserving the lives and well-being of the local population. Oesapa Kupang Beach is one of the beaches in the coastal area of ??Kupang City, NTT, which has a beach ecotourism potential with the support of a variety of local food and the beautiful scenery. The purpose of this study is to analyze the various supporting and inhibiting factors in the development of ecotourism based on local wisdom in the Pantai Warna Oesapa Kupang in order to improve the citizens' economy. The research method used is a descriptive exploratory analysis method with the analysis technique used is the SWOT analysis technique. The results showed that 1) The sunset view of Pantai Warna Oesapais still an attraction and excellent for visitors even though the local community is not yet aware of the tourism potential in the Pantai Warna Oesapa, 2) Pantai Warna Oesapa besides as a tourist area but also has high economic potential, and 3) In certain seasons there is a shipment of waste through the movement of ocean waves. It is expected that in the future the Kupang city government will pay more attention to the development of the colorfull beaches of Kupang in order to further improve the economy of the local residents.