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Aishah Gray
Universitas Indonesia, Jl. Lingkar, Pondok Cina, Kecamatan Beji, Kota Depok, Jawa Barat 16424, Indonesia
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ENGAGING NEARBY POPULATION FOR DEVELOPING HALMAHERA WALKING SHARK HABITAT AS MARINE TOURISM POTENTIAL IN NORTH MOLUCCAS Dwi Puspitasari; Surya Albani; Maria Holy Octavia Sitorus; Aishah Gray; Darmawan Ahmad Mukharror
Proceedings International Conference on Marine Tourism and Hospitality Studies Vol. 2 No. 1 (2025): Proceedings International Conference on Marine Tourism and Hospitality Studies
Publisher : Politeknik Pariwisata Makassar

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33649/iconmths.v2i1.805

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The Halmahera walking shark (Hemiscyllium halmahera) represents a unique marine species endemic to North Moluccas, Indonesia, with significant potential to become a focal point of sustainable marine tourism. This study explores the role of engaging nearby coastal populations in supporting the development of walking shark habitats as tourism assets. Data were obtained through community surveys and stakeholder interviews. Findings reveal that local communities demonstrate strong interest in marine tourism initiatives but require capacity-building in ecotourism practices, conservation awareness, and benefit-sharing mechanisms. Effective community engagement enhances stewardship of walking shark habitats, reduces the risk of unsustainable exploitation, and increases socio-economic resilience through alternative livelihoods such as guiding, homestays, and small-scale enterprises. The integration of community perspectives into tourism planning also fosters local ownership and long-term conservation commitment. The results emphasize that the success of marine tourism centered on the Halmahera walking shark depends not only on ecological suitability but also on the active participation and empowerment of nearby populations through inclusive management frameworks.
A DECADE OF SHARK DIVING MARINE TOURISM IN MOROTAI, NORTH MOLUCCAS, INDONESIA Nasywa Nabilah; Maria Holy Octavia Sitorus; Aishah Gray; Darmawan Ahmad Mukharror
Proceedings International Conference on Marine Tourism and Hospitality Studies Vol. 2 No. 1 (2025): Proceedings International Conference on Marine Tourism and Hospitality Studies
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33649/iconmths.v2i1.809

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Shark diving has emerged as one of the most significant forms of marine tourism worldwide, providing both economic opportunities and conservation challenges for coastal communities. This study examines a decade of shark diving tourism in Morotai, North Moluccas, Indonesia, focusing on its growth trajectory, ecological implications, and socio economic contributions. Data were collected from local tourism agencies, diver operators, and secondary records covering the period 2013–2025. The findings indicate that shark diving tourism in Morotai has expanded steadily, with an average annual increase in visitor numbers exceeding regional marine tourism growth rates. Economically, the activity has contributed substantially to local livelihoods through employment and revenue generation, while also stimulating small-scale businesses such as homestays and dive shops. However, challenges remain in terms of regulating diver shark interactions, ensuring ecosystem sustainability, and balancing conservation goals with tourism development. The case of Morotai illustrates the potential of shark-based ecotourism to foster sustainable blue economy initiatives in Indonesia, provided that appropriate management strategies, stakeholder engagement, and long-term monitoring frameworks are implemented.
Co-Authors Darmawan Ahmad Mukharror Dwi Puspitasari Maria Holy Octavia Sitorus Maria Holy Octavia Sitorus Nasywa Nabilah Surya Albani