Abstract:
The Meratus Mountains Geopark has 36 geosites, which are located in 9 regencies and 1 city.
This study aims to explore the demand of tourists who support the development of the Meratus
Mountains eco-geotourism geopark area. The method used in this study is a qualitative method
with an exploratory type, data collected through interviews, observation and documentation,
analysis using triangulation techniques. The results of the study consisting of tourists, as well as
documentation and observation. The results of the study describe the wishes of tourists, among
others: complementing existing natural attractions with cultural and artificial tourist
attractions, renewing means of transportation to the Meratus mountain geopark area, adding to
the transportation fleet and arranging transportation schedules/time management, building and
equipping restaurants, cafes, houses, Eating and gazebo, tourist information in every tourist
spot, forming a tourism awareness group (Pokdarwis).
