Integrated Area Planning of Bimomartani Village for Integrative-Based Ecotourism Development

Bimomartani Village, located in Ngemplak Subdistrict, Sleman Regency, is a rural area with high ecological and cultural wealth, such as the presence of Embung Bimomartani, Tuk Bulus, traditional houses, an arts center, a culinary center, and integrated farming practices. However, this potential has not been managed in an integrated manner, resulting in its inability to generate optimal impacts on economic development, environmental conservation, and community empowerment. This study aims to design an integrated tourism area planning model based on the integration of local potential and community participation within the context of sustainable ecotourism development. The method used is a participatory-applicative-integrative approach, through the stages of identifying area potential, focused group discussions, community capacity building, supporting infrastructure development, and qualitative and quantitative impact evaluation. The results of the study indicate that the implementation of a thematic spatial planning model based on natural-educational, spiritual-conservation, cultural-historical, local economic, and food security clusters has successfully created spatial connectivity and a cohesive tourism narrative. 85% of Pokdarwis members have participated in tourism management training, and the income of MSMEs has increased by 40%. Tourist visits also increased by 65%, and a digital tourism village initiative managed by local youth emerged. In conclusion, the integration of tourist areas through a community-based approach and the use of educational technology can drive sustainable social, economic, and institutional transformation in villages, making Bimomartani a model for integrated ecotourism development based on community empowerment.