Muhammad Malik Ar Rahiem

Rancangan Geotrek Curug Malela

Introduction

Rancangan geotrek curug malela. Rancangan geotrek Curug Malela, 'Niagara van Java' Bandung Barat. Kaji potensi geowisata dan usulkan jalur melingkar melewati 6 air terjun, ciptakan peluang ekonomi lokal.

Abstract

Curug Malela di Desa Cicadas, Kecamatan Rongga, Kabupaten Bandung Barat adalah lokasi wisata paling penting di Kabupaten Bandung Barat bagian selatan. Air terjun dengan lebar lebih 70 meter dan tinggi 50 meter ini juga disebut sebagai Niagara van Java. Potensi geowisata di Curug Malela dikaji dan disurvey sehingga diketahui bahwa selain Curug Malela, di bagian hilir juga ditemukan air terjun lain yang tak kalah menarik seperti Curug Katumiri, Curug Manglid, Curug Sumpel, Curug Ngebul, dan Curug Palisir. Selama ini hanya ada satu jalur setapak di Curug Malela sehingga pengunjung akan datang dan pulang melalui jalur yang sama. Untuk mengembangkan geowisata di Curug Malela, satu jalur baru diusulkan, yaitu jalur melingkar melewati air terjun di hilir Curug Malela. Pembukaan akses jalur sekaligus membuka peluang ekonomi bagi kampung yang dilewati oleh jalur ini.

Review

This paper presents a compelling proposal for the development of a geotrek at Curug Malela, an important natural attraction in West Bandung Regency, Indonesia. The abstract effectively highlights the existing significance of Curug Malela, often dubbed "Niagara van Java," and identifies a key opportunity for enhancing its geotourism potential. A significant contribution of this work is the systematic identification of several other downstream waterfalls – Curug Katumiri, Curug Manglid, Curug Sumpel, Curug Ngebul, and Curug Palisir – which are currently underutilized. The core proposal for a new circular geotrek route that incorporates these additional sites, moving beyond the current single-path system, is a thoughtful and practical approach to enrich visitor experience and potentially distribute tourist impact. The strength of this research lies in its practical application for local tourism development and its potential for fostering economic growth in surrounding communities. By proposing a circular route, the project not only diversifies the visitor experience but also opens up new access points that could stimulate local economies along the new path. The identification of multiple cascading waterfalls significantly increases the geological and scenic value of the area, providing a richer narrative for geotourism. This initiative demonstrates a clear understanding of sustainable tourism principles by seeking to enhance visitor engagement while also considering the broader socio-economic impact on the region. While the abstract clearly articulates the "what" and "why" of the proposed geotrek, the full paper would benefit significantly from a more detailed exposition of the "how." Specifically, insights into the methodology of the geowisata assessment, the survey techniques used to identify the new waterfalls, and the criteria for designing the proposed route would be invaluable. Furthermore, incorporating initial considerations for environmental impact assessments of the new trail, potential geological hazards, and strategies for community engagement during the implementation phase would strengthen the overall argument. Nevertheless, the abstract successfully outlines a highly relevant and impactful project, indicating a promising contribution to regional tourism and conservation efforts.

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