Zoning Map of Komodo National Park: Balancing Conservation and Sustainable Use

Pier On the Komodo Island of Komodo National Park

The Zoning Map of Komodo National Park shows how this globally significant conservation area is strategically divided into management zones to protect its unique biodiversity — including the Komodo dragon — while allowing sustainable use such as ecotourism and traditional community activities. This zoning system covers both terrestrial and marine environments within the park. 🗺️ […]

Distribution Map of Komodo Dragons in Komodo National Park

Travelers walking on the Komodo Island Pier of Komodo National Park

The Komodo dragon (Varanus komodoensis) is one of the most iconic and extraordinary reptiles on Earth, and its distribution is extremely limited compared to other large predators. The Distribution Map of Komodo Dragons in Komodo National Park illustrates where this species lives and how its populations are spread across the protected area. Such maps are […]

Land Cover Map of Komodo National Park

Taka Makassar on The Komodo national Park

The Land Cover Map of Komodo National Park is one of the key spatial mapping tools provided on the official Komodo National Park mapping portal. It displays the distribution of different land cover types within the protected area, helping park managers understand the variety of ecosystems present in both terrestrial and marine parts of the […]

Turtle Monitoring Map at Komodo National Park

Turtle On Komodo National Park

The Turtle Monitoring Map is part of the Monitoring Maps section on the official Komodo National Park mapping portal, which supports conservation and wildlife monitoring activities in the park. This map specifically visualizes data related to sea turtle monitoring within the protected area. This map is a component of the park’s spatial information system used […]

A Comprehensive Look at Conservation Innovation in Indonesia

Komodo Dragon On Komodo National Park

The publication “100+ Inovasi KSDAE” (100+ KSDAE Innovations) is a collection of innovative practices and creative solutions developed and documented by the Directorate General of Nature Resources and Ecosystem Conservation (KSDAE) and its field units across Indonesia. It highlights how conservation challenges have been met with creative, practical, and replicable approaches in protected area management. […]

Practical Guide: 10 Steps to Developing a Green Tourism Village (Buku Praktis 10 Langkah Desa Wisata Hijau)

Padar Island and Travelers On Komodo national Park

Buku Praktis: 10 Langkah Desa Wisata Hijau 2 is a practical guide that provides strategic, step‑by‑step instructions for developing a sustainable green tourism village in Indonesia. This guide is designed to support stakeholders such as village officials, community leaders, local tourism managers, and development partners. The aim is to help rural communities harness their unique […]

Komodo National Park Authority (BTNK) 2021 Kaleidoscope, Key Highlights and Achievements

Komodo Village/ Kampung Komodo

The year 2021 marked an important period for the Komodo National Park Authority (BTNK) in managing one of Indonesia’s most iconic conservation areas—Komodo National Park—amid ongoing challenges including the global COVID-19 pandemic and evolving tourism dynamics. 🦎 1. Enhancing Ecotourism Services and Guide Training In late 2021, BTNK collaborated with the Labuan Bajo and Flores […]

Performance Report of Komodo National Park Authority (BTNK) — 2020

Snorkeler on Sebayur Island of Komodo National Park

Introduction The Komodo National Park (KNP) is one of Indonesia’s flagship conservation areas, known globally as the habitat of the Komodo dragon (Varanus komodoensis) and designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The park’s management is carried out by the Komodo National Park Authority (Balai Taman Nasional Komodo or BTNK), which is responsible for conservation, monitoring, […]