ECOTOURISM MANAGEMENT MODEL SUSTAINABLE TAPEE RIVER BASIN WITH COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION

Abstract

The objectives of this research were: (1) to study the potential of eco-tourism management and (2) to propose a model of eco-tourism in the Tapee River Basin. This is a qualitative research based on the study of documents. in-depth interview and group chat Choose a specific example The main informants were divided into 4 groups, namely 1) village scholars 2) academicians in sociology and community development 3) cultural scholars and 4) tourism experts, totaling 24 people. The results of the research found that (1) tourist attractions of the Tapee River Basin community Has the potential to manage tourism in terms of the value of tourist attractions Natural landscape, water resources, forests, fertile, are unique in history and archaeological Srivijaya. In terms of the environment, there is a landscape, the area is a forest floor where various plant species are gathered. There is a complete mangrove forest. natural hot spring local identity The water is contaminated with mineral salts. saline swamp forest soil The atmosphere is shady and quiet, suitable for meditation practice. In terms of accessibility, it is convenient to travel to the community. The condition of the route is convenient, concrete roads, facilities include accommodation, restaurants, transportation, electricity, water supply, signposts and community participation, with strong community leaders working together to build a learning center for the whole agency. public and private sectors, and (2) the proposal of sustainable tourism management in the Tapee River Basin with community participation named "SLOW LIVE MODEL", which has an important component, which is a strong community. Indigenous fisheries by nature, water resources, community leaders, local identity, virtues, virtues and learning.