Peningkatan Kompetensi Local Tour Guide melalui Pelatihan Interpretasi Warisan Biokultural di Daya Tarik Wisata Mengening, Bali

Fatrisia Yulianie; Francisca Titing Koerniawaty; Dika Pranadwipa Koeswiryono

doi:10.53977/sjpkm.v5i2.4253

Fatrisia Yulianie Institut Pariwisata dan Bisnis Internasional
Francisca Titing Koerniawaty IPB Internasional
Dika Pranadwipa Koeswiryono IPB Internasional

DOI: https://doi.org/10.53977/sjpkm.v5i2.4253

Keywords: Local Tour Guide, Biocultural Heritage, Spiritual Tourism, Regenerative Tourism, Community Empowerment

Abstract

Pura Mengening in Gianyar Regency is a spiritual tourist attraction of historical, cultural and environmental significance, forming part of the biocultural heritage. In the development of tourism, local tour guides play a vital role in conveying accurate information whilst preserving the sanctity and cultural values of the area. This Community Service (PKM) activity aims to enhance the community’s competence as local tour guides by strengthening their ability to interpret biocultural heritage, guide ethics, communication skills, tourist service provision, and the proper etiquette for visiting sacred sites. The activity was carried out in a participatory manner through the delivery of materials, discussions, simulations, field practice and mentoring. The training was attended by 10 people, comprising representatives of the youth, the PKK, the traditional village council, managers, the Gianyar Regency Tourism Office, the media, local SMEs, local traditional and cultural figures, and local tour guides.The results of the programme demonstrated an improved understanding among participants of the role of local tour guides in interpreting the historical, cultural and spiritual values of Pura Mengening, as well as in guiding tourists to respect customary norms and preserve the sanctity of the area. The strengthening of local guides’ competencies has also encouraged community participation in the conservation of biocultural heritage and supports the development of community-based regenerative tourism.

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