The recent fire at Mount Bromo’s Teletubbies Hill in East Java has had a significant impact on the sustainability of the tourism sector and creative economy in the area, destroying a large portion of the local wildlife and fauna ecosystem.

Responsible tourism is essential for promoting high-quality sustainable tourism destinations and starts with obeying rules and regulations, especially in exclusive tourist destinations.

Conservation tourism in Indonesia aims to have a positive impact on the environment, culture, society, and the economy for both local communities and visiting tourists.

In 2022, 5.29 million tourists visited conservation areas in Indonesia, including 5.1 million domestic tourists and 189,000 foreign tourists.

To preserve conservation areas, tourists must obtain permission from area management, be mindful of litter, and refrain from certain prohibited actions like lighting fireworks or using flash photography.

Responsible and aware travellers play a critical role in protecting and preserving these beautiful conservation areas for future generations.