Universal Design Implementation in Natural Conservation Park for Accesible Nature-Based Tourism (NBT)

Abstract

Natural conservation parks besides use to preserve the ecology in their utilization can be managed into nature-based tourism with relatively minimum disturbance of the natural existing. Puncak Becici as Pines Conservation Park has typical morphology of elevated contour with breathtaking panoramic views. In their function to bring visitor experience towards nature, Puncak Becici must be able to accommodate good accessibility and equal service for all. This research is conducted for evaluating the implementation of accessible design in Puncak Becici as Nature-Based Tourism (NBT). The method of the study using descriptive analysis by adaptation of seven principles of Universal Design in the park as an evaluation parameter. The research found that there are three classified elements in Puncak Becici as natural conservation park such as circulation and access; outdoor recreation or picnic features; and park services. The result indicates that Puncak Becici's provision for accessible circulation and access has not fully implement universal design principles and accessible natural park standards.