These organisations share the miracle of Indonesia’s underwater through their hard work. And hopefully, people will be inspired to protect the marine environment for the sake of future generations.
If you decide to travel and do good things for this earth at the same time, then participating in some of these organizations to revive the oceans is more than a great idea!
1. Livingseas Asia
This new kind of dive centre offers more than just a diving experience. You will be better divers through their quality diving education and their default oceans conservation programs.
They made it their point to share their knowledge on how to be a more environmentally responsible diver as a part of their goals. We also have a collaboration eco-friendly trip with Livingseas that you can look into at here
2. Gili Eco Trust
Founded in 2002 with coral reefs conservation and protection as their main goals, now Gili Eco Trust has grown and expanded to waste management and sustainable ecotourism.
They started the Biorock project in 2004. Biorock is an artificial reef that aims to prolong the lifespan and improve the health of the Gili Islands’ coral reefs. They also support the local community in developing a better sustainable system to keep their island’s economy alive. We also have a collaboration with Gili Eco Trust it's a recyle and biorock day trip!
3. Indonesia Biru Foundation
Indonesia Biru Foundation is an independent foundation that focuses on educating society through practical scientific research findings to empower the local community while restoring the marine ecosystem.
The foundation was found in 2020. If you’re interested in joining their program, they are headquartered in Lombok, to the East of Bali. Our newest addition to our trip is Mangrove Planting Trip at Lombok with Indonesia Biru Foundation.
4. Meridian Adventure
Packaged as a more luxurious way to experience the oceans, Meridian Adventure actually offers you nature-friendly activities. Their main goal is to affect the climate crisis direction in a more positive way through exceptional experiences. Even their fleets are low carbon emissions.
They will provide you with customised trips with immaculate comfort and unforgettable experiences that will inspire you to take action to conserve nature for our future generations. What a way to #TravelCooler right?
5. CarbonEthics
CarbonEthics was founded in May 2019. This organization aims to decelerate the climate crisis through climate education, calculation, and blue carbon ecosystem conservation.
Starting as not-for-profit organization, they are branching to Social Enterprise to provide more climate solutions, such as carbon emission calculation, carbon policy and advocacy, climate friendly travel, and many more.
Inspired already? Now you can plan or even better, decide to participate in one of those exciting projects that will fulfil your heart while making a positive impact on our earth.
Bumi Journey envisions climate positive ecotourism by providing carbon-conscious ecotourism experiences focusing on conservation, education, and community empowerment so travelers can contribute positively to the earth’s climate. Learn more about our story here.
Writer: Virda Risyad
Editor: Faiz Karim
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References :
North Bali Reef Conservation
Livingseas Asia
Meridian Adventure
Gili Eco Trust
Indonesia Biru Foundation