MULTISTAKEHOLDER CO-MANAGEMENT FOR DEVELOPING SUSTAINABLE COASTAL TOURISM: AN INSIGHT FROM NGANTEB BEACH, MALANG, INDONESIA

Abstract

This study aims to formulate a sustainable coastal tourism development strategy for Nganteb Beach, Malang Regency, Indonesia, by integrating geomorphological characteristics, ecological conditions, disaster risks, and stakeholder collaboration within a co-management framework. The study employed a mixed-method approach combining qualitative observations, literature review, and documentation with quantitative analysis using SWOT, Internal Factor Analysis Summary (IFAS), and External Factor Analysis Summary (EFAS) matrices. Weighted scoring was applied to internal and external factors to identify the strategic position and determine development priorities. The results indicate that Nganteb Beach possesses strong internal advantages, including unique coastal geomorphological characteristics, relatively stable shoreline conditions, high biodiversity, and considerable potential for nature-based tourism development. However, the destination continues to face several challenges, including limited accessibility, inadequate tourism infrastructure, disaster vulnerability, and declining interest in ecotourism activities. The SWOT quadrant analysis places Nganteb Beach in Quadrant II, indicating that a diversification strategy is required to utilize existing strengths while mitigating external threats. The findings demonstrate that Nganteb Beach has significant potential to be developed as a sustainable ecotourism destination through diversification strategies supported by collaborative governance among local communities, government institutions, and academic institutions. The integration of environmental conservation, disaster risk mitigation, sustainable tourism planning, and community-based management is essential to strengthen destination resilience and ensure the long-term sustainability of coastal tourism development.