Indenesian Journal of Tropical Biology
Vol. 1 No. 3 (2025): December 2025

Development of Ecotourism Based on Ecosystem Services in the Tanjung Batu Mangrove Ecosystem, Central Sekotong, Indonesia: Pengembangan Ekowisata Berbasis Jasa Ekosistem di Ekosistem Mangrove Tanjung Batu, Sekotong Tengah, Indonesia

M. Alhafizin (Pascasarjana, Universitas Mataram)
Handrayani Handrayani (Universitas of Mataram)



Article Info

Publish Date
17 Dec 2025

Abstract

Mangrove ecosystems provide essential ecological and socio-economic services that support coastal sustainability, yet their potential has not been fully optimized in ecotourism development. This study aims to identify the roles of mangrove ecosystem services, review effective ecotourism models, and formulate development recommendations for the Tanjung Batu Mangrove Area. A Systematic Literature Review (SLR) following the PRISMA 2020 protocol was conducted, and 52 eligible articles were analyzed using thematic synthesis supported by bibliometric mapping. The findings show that regulating and cultural ecosystem services are the most influential in shaping mangrove ecotourism, particularly through shoreline protection, habitat support, and educational value. Community-based ecotourism (CBE), educational tourism, and conservation-oriented approaches emerge as the most effective models across tropical coastal regions. Successful implementation is determined by ecological integrity, community participation, and supportive governance. For Tanjung Batu, integrating these components offers a strategic framework for enhancing tourism potential while strengthening conservation outcomes. This study recommends applying a hybrid community-based and education-focused ecotourism model supported by governance collaboration to ensure long-term ecological resilience and sustainable coastal development.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

ijtb

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Subject

Agriculture, Biological Sciences & Forestry Biochemistry, Genetics & Molecular Biology Environmental Science Immunology & microbiology Medicine & Pharmacology Social Sciences

Description

Indonesian Journal of Tropical Biology (IJTB) is a scientific journal that accommodates the results of basic and applied research in the field of tropical biology. The focus of this journal covers various aspects of biology such as ecology, biodiversity, conservation of biological resources, ...