BANYUMAS ECOTOURISM READINESS IN FACING HALAL TOURISM INDUSTRIALIZATION

Abstract

The concept of ecotourism in Banyumas Regency is relevant to the increasing opportunities for halal tourism. It refers to tourist travel activities in responsible ecotourism in unspoiled areas or areas managed by natural rules. In addition to aiming to enjoy its beauty, it also involves the potential of science. Data collection was carried out in August 2023. Collecting data is filling out questionnaires with surveys and interviews with respondents. Respondents in this study consisted of parties involved in ecotourism and were considered competent in providing data and information based on the survey data; it was concluded that the average of the ten tourist attractions all met the requirements and indicators of halal tourism, so the opportunity for halal tourism in Banyumas Regency is relatively high. Based on the results of research and surveys that have been conducted, it is known that of the ten tourist attractions in Banyumas Regency, most are in the form of ecotourism with a system of sustainability and natural management. Ecotourism is also classified as halal tourism based on the indicators and principles of halal tourism. Thus, it creates a significant opportunity and has the potential to be used as halal tourism in Banyumas Regency.