Indonesia’s Tourism Ministry has issued a disaster mitigation module to reduce risks and limit the impact of natural disasters in nature-based tourism destinations, as several provinces in Sumatra continue to experience severe flooding and landslides.
Disaster Preparedness Module Released
The module is designed to guide regional governments, tourism destination managers, tourism village operators, and industry players in strengthening preparedness and response capacities, the ministry said in a statement Sunday.
Local authorities and destination managers, particularly in high-risk areas, are urged to implement comprehensive risk management measures by referring to the official Risk Management Technical Implementation Guide. The ministry also highlighted the rollout of guidelines on Cleanliness, Health, Safety, and Environmental Sustainability (CHSE), disaster mitigation, and visitor management to ensure tourism activities remain safe, comfortable, and sustainable.
The ministry has coordinated closely with the National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB) and regional tourism offices to strengthen disaster preparedness and response across Sumatra.
As of Dec. 25, 2025, disasters have affected 53 tourism villages and 29 tourism sites in North Sumatra. In West Sumatra, 28 tourism villages and 74 tourism sites have reported damage or disruption.
Data from Aceh have not yet been fully confirmed due to hazardous conditions on the ground as authorities prioritize assistance for affected residents.
The Medan Tourism Polytechnic has contributed to relief efforts by sending assistance to residents in Besilam, North Sumatra. The Lake Toba Authority Agency (BPODT) has distributed aid, including rice, sugar, eggs, and instant noodles, to affected communities in Lobu Pining, North Tapanuli, and Sihombu in Humbang Hasundutan since Nov. 28.
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