Dampak Covid-19 Terhadap Pengelolaan Agrowisata Perkebunan Teh Sirah Kencong Kabupaten Blitar sebagai Obyek Wisata Berkelanjutan

The development of tourism in Indonesia must be supported by infrastructure development so that it can spur an increase in the number of tourists. The tourism industry plays a very important role in determining environmentally friendly tourism options. The spread of Covid-19 which continues to increase will have an impact on tourism management. This study aims to examine how the impact of COVID-19 on the management of Sirah Kencong Agro tourism as a sustainable tourism object. This research was conducted in the Sirah Kencong Tea Plantation, which is in the administrative area of Blitar Regency, East Java. The method used in this research is the descriptive method with qualitative analysis techniques. The data used in this study are primary data and secondary data. Primary data collection in this study used the method of observation and interviews based on Sapta Pesona Indonesia. Secondary data collection is obtained from literature studies and studying documents from related agencies. Tourism management at Sirah Kencong Agrotourism is carried out by following health protocols such as visitors having to wear masks, wash their hands when entering tourist areas, and maintain distance between visitors. Other natural potentials can be utilized and developed, of course, by looking at aspects related to promoting sustainable tourism