Strengthening Local Tourism Villages through Penta Helix and Local Wisdom: The Case of Sukatani Village

This study aims to examine the development of a leading village-based tourism model rooted in local wisdom in Sukatani Village, Garut Regency, by applying the Community-Based Tourism (CBT) approach and Penta Helix collaboration. The research used a qualitative descriptive method through a case study, employing in-depth interviews and participatory observation as data collection techniques. Interviews were conducted with key actors representing the five elements of the Penta Helix: government, academia, business sector, community, and media. The findings indicate that Sukatani Village holds significant tourism potential based on local cultural assets, community participation, and cross-sectoral support. Local values such as mutual cooperation (gotong royong), traditional arts, and local culinary heritage are preserved as core tourism attractions. Actor collaboration has been initiated but remains segmented and suboptimal. Moreover, environmental awareness has begun to be embedded in the village’s promotional narratives through social media platforms. These findings reinforce the importance of collaborative, locally grounded, and integrative approaches in realizing sustainable tourism.