The Development of Sendang Biru Beach in Malang Regency Through Marine Edutourism

摘要

South Malang has various coastal tourism areas. However, there is no insight to develop these beaches through the concept of edutourism. This study aims to describe the geographical conditions and potency of Sendang Biru Beach to be developed as a marine edutourism field. This research uses a descriptive qualitative method by perusing documents, books, journals and online news carefully, and in-depth interviews with stakeholders. The results of this study indicates that Sendang Biru Beach can be developed as a marine edutourism site, because this area has a lot of maritime potential such as diverse marine animals and a pretty good beach environment. However, to achieve that, it needed support from the government, local residents and tourists. They must support the marine edutourism on the developing coastal areas.