Strategi Pengembangan Ekowisata Berbasis Masyarakat di Desa Egon Buluk Kabupaten Sikka

This study aims to formulate a strategy for developing community-based ecotourism in Egon Buluk Village, Sikka Regency. This village has high natural tourism potential, such as Mount Egon, Blidit hot springs, protected forests, and Meang Miak waterfall. However, tourism development has not been optimal due to limited facilities, human resources, and promotion. The study used a descriptive qualitative approach with data collection techniques through interviews and literature studies. The analysis was carried out using the SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats) method. The results of the analysis indicate the need for a strategy to strengthen local institutions, increase community capacity, develop infrastructure, and utilize external support from the government and universities. The development of ecotourism that actively involves the community is expected to encourage environmental conservation while improving local welfare in a sustainable manner.