The Kediri Regency Government is seriously focusing on optimizing the natural tourism sector to boost Regional Original Revenue (PAD). One of the strategic steps being prepared for 2026 is reviving the hot spring tourist destination in the Mount Kelud area, which has long been dormant following the devastating eruption back in 2014.
As an initial step to realize this plan, the Kediri Regency Tourism and Culture Office conducted an in-depth site survey this week. The field inspection aimed to map the tourism potential while assessing infrastructure feasibility for the future comfort and safety of visitors.
Head of the Kediri Regency Tourism and Culture Office, Mustika Prayitno Adi, stated that the appeal of the Mount Kelud hot springs is very high and is believed to be able to attract both returning and new tourists. This structuring step is in line with the instructions of the Regent of Kediri, Hanindhito Himawan Pramana, who requested that the management of tourism potential on the slopes of Mount Kelud and Mount Wilis be maximized.
In this preparation process, the local government is actively collaborating with the Ngancar Forkopimcam (Sub-district Leadership Forum) and the local tourism community. The current main focus is on finalizing the accessibility and safety of the route to the location. From the newly provided parking point, tourists will have to walk for about 30 minutes to reach the hot spring area.
