Go Green- Join an Environmental Conservation Project

Pitch in to help conserve the crabs, mangroves and sea grasses that are essential to Phuket’s marine ecosystem. Transfer to the mangrove nursery and take part in a hands-on mangrove planting activity to help restore these vital ecosystems. Then, enjoy a fun demonstration on making EM Balls (effective microorganisms) and try your hand at molding them yourself! Hop aboard a traditional long-tail boat for a scenic ride to the Bank Crab, which is a project committed to educating the locals so they don’t eat egg-bearing female crabs. Instead, those crabs are kept in nurseries until the eggs are hatched, a practice that keeps the ecosystem in balance. After watching how it’s done, continue your journey through the beautiful mangrove forest. The trees stabilize the coast, purify the water and provide shelter for birds and marine life. Mangroves are among the most valuable species for maintaining the coastal environment, and to keep it thriving you will plant a mangrove sapling within the forest. Then, throwing EM Balls to enrich the ecosystem and support nature’s balance. Wrap up this rewarding day with refreshments at the meeting point before returning to the pier with unforgettable memories of conservation in action.

HIGHLIGHTS

• See how Phuket protects its egg-bearing female crab population.
• Gain insight into the multiple benefits of mangrove forests and plant a mangrove sapling.
• Create an Effective Micro-organism ball that can purify wastewater.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.