<![CDATA[This study explores community perceptions of tourism development in Tukamasea Village, focusing on the Dolli Bungaeja tourism initiative launched in 2017. The research aims to understand local perceptions and the economic, social, and cultural impacts of tourism, as well as to examine sustainable development strategies for the village's tourism potential. A qualitative descriptive method was used, with thematic analysis based on surveys, interviews, and focus group discussions involving 15 respondents, including tourism managers, village officials, and local leaders. The findings indicate that the greatest potential lies in nature and cultural tourism, with 85% of respondents favoring ecotourism and 70% supporting cultural tourism. Overall, there is a positive perception toward sustainable tourism development, particularly in nature, cultural, and educational tourism. Initiatives such as hiking trails, cultural festivals, and the promotion of local cuisine received broad support for strengthening local identity and contributing to the sustainability of the village’s tourism sector. AbstrakPenelitian ini mengkaji persepsi masyarakat terhadap pengembangan pariwisata di Desa Tukamasea, khususnya Wisata Dolli Bungaeja yang dimulai sejak 2017. Tujuannya adalah memahami persepsi masyarakat serta dampak ekonomi, sosial, dan budaya dari pengembangan pariwisata, sekaligus menelaah strategi berkelanjutan. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif deskriptif dengan analisis tematik berdasarkan survei, wawancara, dan FGD terhadap 15 responden, termasuk pengelola, perangkat desa, dan tokoh masyarakat. Hasil menunjukkan potensi terbesar terdapat pada wisata alam dan budaya, dengan 85% responden menyukai ekowisata dan 70% mendukung wisata budaya. Secara umum, masyarakat memiliki persepsi positif terhadap pengembangan wisata berkelanjutan, khususnya wisata alam, budaya, dan edukasi. Inisiatif seperti jalur hiking, festival budaya, dan promosi kuliner lokal mendapat dukungan luas karena dinilai memperkuat identitas lokal dan mendukung keberlanjutan desa wisata.]]>
