Abstract :

Post-palm oil plantation lands in Indonesia frequently encounter severe environmental degradation and limited post-productive utility. However, the emergence of the Society 5.0 era presents innovative opportunities for more productive and sustainable land management. This study aims to formulate a land-use transition strategy for post-palm oil areas by developing sustainable social ecotourism, integrating social, economic, and technological dimensions. A qualitative literature-based research design was employed, utilizing a multidisciplinary approach that encompasses institutional, technological, and economic perspectives. Data were analyzed through thematic and comparative analysis of diverse scientific sources and policy frameworks. The findings indicate that sustainable social ecotourism significantly enhances local community welfare, strengthens institutional frameworks, and supports environmental rehabilitation. Key success factors include the integration of digital technology and the enhancement of brand equity to boost destination competitiveness. Despite its potential, the transition faces critical challenges such as limited local capacity, unequal technological access, and fragmented stakeholder coordination. Overall, sustainable community based ecotourism serves as a viable land-use transition strategy for post-palm oil plantations, provided there is a strategic integration of technological innovation, institutional strengthening, and community empowerment.

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Keywords :

Land use transition, post-palm oil plantations, community-based ecotourism, society era 5.0, sustainable development.

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