Enviro News Asia, Jakarta — Indonesia’s Ministry of Forestry officially launched the “Ayo Ke Taman Nasional” (AKTN) e-ticketing application on 4 June 2026, marking a major step in the digital transformation of public services for conservation areas and nature-based tourism.
The application was introduced by Minister of Forestry Raja Juli Antoni during the opening of the Indonesia Outdoor Festival (INDOFEST) 2026 at the Jakarta International Convention Center. The initiative aims to simplify access to protected areas while improving visitor management and supporting sustainable tourism practices.
Speaking at the launch, Minister Raja Juli Antoni said the new platform responds to growing public interest in outdoor recreation and adventure tourism within Indonesia’s conservation areas. He explained that the application is designed to provide visitors with a faster and more convenient way to obtain information and purchase entrance tickets.
Developed by the Directorate of Environmental Services Utilization under the Directorate General of Natural Resources and Ecosystem Conservation, the AKTN platform serves as an integrated system for booking and purchasing tickets to destinations managed by the ministry, including national parks, nature tourism parks, and wildlife reserves.
The platform enables visitors to purchase tickets digitally through mobile devices, while also offering secure cashless payment options through QRIS and bank transfers. In addition, on-site digital ticket kiosks remain available at conservation area entrances for visitors who prefer to buy tickets directly.
Beyond improving visitor convenience, the system provides real-time monitoring of visitor numbers, allowing park managers to better regulate tourist flows and prevent overcrowding. The ministry believes this capability will help maintain visitor comfort while protecting the ecological carrying capacity of conservation areas.
The application also strengthens transparency and accountability in the management of non-tax state revenue (PNBP), as all ticket transactions are recorded digitally. Visitor data collected through the platform, while respecting personal data protection principles, can also help authorities better understand visitor demographics and improve tourism services, facilities, and long-term management strategies.
Before its official launch, the AKTN system underwent extensive operational trials across numerous conservation destinations managed by the Directorate General of Natural Resources and Ecosystem Conservation. Pilot implementation included sites such as Mount Merbabu National Park, Mount Merapi National Park, Baluran National Park, Gunung Halimun Salak National Park, Kerinci Seblat National Park, Bunaken National Park, Wakatobi National Park, and Kelimutu National Park.
The system has also been implemented at popular destinations including Kawah Ijen and Betung Kerihun Danau Sentarum National Park. Several diving sites within marine conservation areas have likewise been integrated into the digital platform.
According to the ministry, trial results demonstrated faster transactions, more accurate visitor records, and positive feedback from users. Following this success, the government plans to expand the e-ticketing system to all conservation areas across Indonesia by the end of 2026.
Future upgrades are expected to include tour guide services, ticket rescheduling and refund options, gamification features, App Store availability, and enhanced cybersecurity measures to protect user data.
By launching the platform at INDOFEST 2026, the Ministry of Forestry sought to engage directly with hikers, divers, nature enthusiasts, and outdoor communities, whom it considers strategic partners in conservation efforts. Through the AKTN platform, ticket purchases will contribute transparently to state revenue and support responsible tourism practices that promote high-quality ecotourism and long-term conservation goals. (*)
