Embark on a transformative journey to the frontlines of ocean conservation. Over two weeks, the traveler will transition from an observer to a scientist, participating in advanced MARS builds and invertebrate identification. The group will explore the remote beauty of Gili Asahan while conducting vital reef surveys and mangrove outplanting. It’s an empowering invitation to live authentically, master marine ecology, and leave a lasting legacy on Indonesia’s vibrant underwater world.
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Land in Lombok and escape the crowds as you head toward our remote conservation base—your new home for the journey.
Take a moment to refuel and recharge with your first group meal.
During your afternoon induction, you’ll be introduced to the world of SORCE, meeting the passionate team and exploring the facilities where your conservation journey takes root. It’s the perfect moment to align with our goals and see exactly how you’ll be making a difference.
it’s a time to unwind after your travels, enjoy a delicious spread of local cuisine, and prepare for the incredible experiences waiting for you tomorrow.
Our social evening is a laid-back gathering designed to break the ice, share stories, and start building lifelong friendships under the stars in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.
Start your day with a fresh, energizing breakfast.
Expand your horizons with an immersive workshop on coral reef ecology. You’ll gain a deep understanding of these vibrant underwater cities and the vital role they play in our oceans, setting the stage for the practical work ahead.
Suit up for your Introduction to the HR Dive, where you’ll be guided around the house reef to explore the different coral nursery and permanent coral planting structures. During the dive, your buoyancy and diving skills will also be assessed and checked by the team.
Take a well-deserved break to enjoy a delicious lunch. Relax with the team, share your favorite moments from the morning's lecture, and recharge for an active afternoon in the water.
After a quick briefing on how to care for our growing coral fragments, you’ll head out for a dive to tend to the underwater nurseries. This is where your hard work directly contributes to the restoration of the reef.
As the day winds down, gather for another hearty dinner.
Unwind and let loose with a fun-filled night of games.
Fuel up for a morning of underwater action with a fresh, communal breakfast.
The group constructs the structures used to house coral fragments before they are deployed underwater. It is essential land-based work to ensure the reef ecosystem thrives.
The group dives to install the nursery structures built on land, securing them to the seabed to create a new home for coral fragments. It’s a high-energy dive where travelers see the direct results of their work, laying the foundation for a rejuvenated reef.
Take a well-deserved break to enjoy a delicious lunch. Relax with the team, share your favorite moments from the morning's dives, and recharge for an active afternoon.
The group dives to carefully attach coral fragments to the newly deployed nursery. This is a precision-focused dive where travelers populate the nursery with resilient coral fragments, officially kicking off the growth process and creating the next generation of the reef.
Enjoy a spread of local flavors while reflecting on a productive day of diving and reef building.
End your day in the most iconic island way—around a crackling bonfire. Share stories, watch the stars, and soak in the magic of the ocean breeze in a relaxed, unforgettable atmosphere.
It’s the perfect time to fuel up and prep your gear for a day dedicated to marine research and discovery.
The group deploys Baited Remote Underwater Videos (BRUVs) to record elusive marine life, then switches gears for a debris dive to clear trash from the reef. It’s a dual-purpose mission: gathering vital biodiversity data while keeping the ocean clean.
Take a break from the water to enjoy a fresh and filling lunch.
Go behind the lens as we review the footage captured by the BRUVs. This is a fascinating look at the hidden life of the reef, where you’ll help identify and log the marine creatures that visited the stations while you were away.
During this session, we’ll sort and categorize the debris collected from the ocean, contributing to global research and helping us understand how to better protect our local waters.
Gather around the table for a delicious dinner and some well-earned relaxation. It’s the perfect moment to unwind and discuss the day’s scientific findings with your fellow conservationists.
Immerse yourself in the wonders of the natural world with an inspiring documentary night.
Enjoy a fresh breakfast with the team as you prep for a morning dedicated to building and planting.
The group dives into the science behind artificial reef structures and the specific techniques used to deploy them.
Dive back into the nursery for some essential upkeep. You’ll clean and inspect our growing coral frames, ensuring every fragment has the best possible environment to grow strong and healthy.
The group dives to plant coral fragments onto artificial reef frames, securing them to the ocean floor.
Take a well-deserved break to recharge.
Learn to read the reef like a pro. The group dives into the details of coral species and seafloor types, mastering how to distinguish between healthy habitats and those in need of help.
Wind down with a hearty dinner and great company.
Whether it’s a high-stakes board game or a team challenge, our games night is the ultimate way to bond and relax with your fellow.
Fuel up with a fresh tropical breakfast as you prepare for a diverse day of conservation.
The group explores the reef to identify various coral species and assess their health in real-time.
This briefing introduces you to the precise methodologies used by marine biologists to monitor reef health, ensuring you're prepared to collect high-quality data during your upcoming dives.
Take a well-deserved break and enjoy a delicious lunch.
Put your training into practice! During this specialized dive, you’ll use your new survey skills to document the reef’s biodiversity, contributing real-world data that helps us track and protect this underwater paradise.
It’s the ideal moment to unwind, enjoy the local flavors, and reflect on the day’s scientific discoveries.
Grab some snacks and settle in for a cozy movie night.
The group gathers to start the day with a fresh, energizing breakfast.
The group explores the intricate mangrove forests to understand their vital role in coastal protection and carbon storage. It’s an immersive trek through one of the most productive ecosystems on Earth.
The group helps plant mangrove propagules, nurturing the seedlings that will grow to protect the coastline and store carbon. It’s a hands-on way to support the very beginning of forest restoration and ensure the ecosystem’s future.
Leave the clipboards and data sheets behind! This session is all about pure underwater joy—a chance to simply drift, explore, and say goodbye to your favorite reef spots one last time.
Gather for a relaxed lunch.
Celebrate a job well done with our signature Beer Float! Relax on the water, drink in hand, as you toast to the reef, the mission, and the incredible team that made it all possible.
Gather with the group to share local meals and stories from the day.
The group drops the gear and heads out to celebrate the week's achievements. It’s time to unwind with good music, cold drinks, and the tight-knit community of fellow ocean guardians.
Start the day right with a fresh, local breakfast.
The group sets off to explore the untouched beauty of Gili Asahan. The morning is dedicated to discovering the island’s hidden gems, from trekking to viewpoints to snorkeling in crystal-clear waters, soaking up the best of the tropical landscape.
A time to gather and refuel with a delicious local meal, enjoying the sea breeze and the relaxed island pace.
The adventure continues with more time for coastal exploration, swimming, or simply lounging under the palm trees. It’s the perfect balance of discovery and relaxation before heading back to the project.
Wind down with the group over fresh local flavors.
The group comes together for a relaxed night to build connections and start the week right.
The group kicks off the day with a fresh, local breakfast.
The group dives back into the nursery to keep things thriving. This mission involves cleaning algae off the structures and checking on the coral fragments to ensure they stay healthy and strong.
The group takes a break to recharge with a fresh, local meal.
From crustaceans to mollusks, travelers learn to identify the key invertebrates that keep the ecosystem balanced.
The group gathers to refuel with local dishes and share the day's highlights.
Unwind and let loose with a fun-filled night of games.
The group kicks off the day with a fresh, local meal.
The group heads underwater to put their classroom knowledge into practice. This dive focuses on spotting and identifying the reef’s spineless wonders.
The group heads underwater to collect vital data on the reef’s health.
The group takes a breather to enjoy a local meal and recharge.
This engaging lecture will teach you how to spot and identify the diverse fish species that call these waters home, turning every future dive into a fascinating treasure hunt.
Get hands-on with the restoration process back on land. By sanding and preparing the coral frames, you’re ensuring the best possible foundation for new coral growth in our next planting sessions.
The group comes together for another round of fresh local food.
It’s the perfect time to share stories, listen to the waves, and connect under the stars, bringing everyone closer together as the day winds down.
The group kicks off the day with a fresh, local meal.
Travelers learn how seagrass meadows and mangrove forests act as the ocean's nursery and a powerful defense against climate change.
This dive is all about spotting and identifying key fish species, from colorful reef dwellers to predatory hunters.
The group gathers to refuel with a local meal and trade stories about the fish spotted during the morning dive.
The group takes the lead on active restoration by lowering new reef structures into place. Once the frames are securely positioned, travelers "plant" coral fragments onto them, giving these future colonies a solid foundation to grow.
The group gathers once more to refuel and celebrate a productive day of restoration.
The group settles in for an immersive screening focused on marine conservation and the global state of our oceans.
The group gathers for a fresh, local breakfast to start the day.
During the MARS (Modular Artificial Reef Structure) build, you’ll help create the concrete reef structures that form vital foundations for rebuilding and securing damaged reef slopes, supporting long-term coral restoration and marine life recovery.
The group heads down to tend to the MARS (Modular Artificial Reef Structure) units.
Head underwater to plant coral fragments onto the MARS structures you built, helping transform barren seabed into a thriving hotspot for marine life and coral growth.
The group takes a break to enjoy a local meal and recharge after the MARS maintenance.
This session teaches you how to identify individual turtles and manta rays using their unique patterns, turning your future encounters into valuable citizen science data.
The group gathers for another round of fresh local food.
The group gathers for a night of friendly competition and laughs.
The group gathers for a fresh, local breakfast to kick off the morning.
Travelers carefully transplant young mangrove saplings into designated coastal areas, helping to expand the "green belt" that protects the island from erosion and creates a sanctuary for juvenile marine life.
The group meets in the classroom to dive into one of the most pressing threats to marine ecosystems.
The group breaks for a local meal to recharge after the morning's muddy work in the mangroves.
The group heads to a calm, shallow part of the ocean for a controlled skills session.
The group comes together for a fresh, local meal to wrap up the day’s activities.
The group settles in for a relaxed evening under the tropical sky, watching a movie together.
The group gathers for a fresh, local breakfast to kick off another day of adventure.
Join the team for a rewarding beach clean-up, protecting the shoreline and ensuring the local wildlife has a pristine habitat to call home.
Leave the clipboards and data sheets behind! This session is all about pure underwater joy—a chance to simply drift, explore, and say goodbye to your favorite reef spots one last time.
Gather for a final relaxed lunch.
Take some time to organize your gear and tuck away your souvenirs.
Savor a special final dinner as the sun sets on your adventure.
Our farewell party is the ultimate celebration of your hard work and the bonds you've built. Dance, laugh, and toast to the memories of a lifetime under the tropical stars.
Enjoy one last island breakfast with your fellow conservationists.
Everything is fully coordinated for your stress-free transfer to Lombok Airport, allowing you to relax and soak in the final views of the landscape.
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Contribuez à votre projet et créez un impact positif tout en développant de nouvelles compétences.
Learn to identify individual turtles and mantas using their unique markings.
Master the biology of the reef and learn how the group will restore these fragile ecosystems.
The traveler will take their first plunge into our vibrant and protected house reef.
Learn to spot and name the colorful species that call the Coral Triangle home.
Master the scientific methods used by experts to monitor reef health.
Analyze the footage the group captured to see the secret life of the reef.
Learn to identify different coral species and seabed substrates before hitting the water.
Découvrez la culture locale et vivez une expérience de voyage authentique avec des activités incluses dans votre itinéraire.
Join the group to remove harmful waste and keep this untouched paradise pristine.
Head underwater to put your new monitoring skills into real-world practice.
Protect the coast by removing debris from the island’s beautiful, remote beaches.
Assemble specialized stars that provide a foundation for rapid, resilient coral growth.
Submerge and secure MARS structures to expand the reach of this marine sanctuary.
Make a lasting impact by outplanting coral frames directly onto the ocean floor.
Grab a cold beer and hit the water to float, relax, and toast to the day as the sun goes down.
Hand-prepare the restoration structures to ensure they are ready for new coral life.
Experience the magic of the secret Gilis with a dive purely for the joy of exploration.
Use underwater video technology to track and identify local marine populations.
Explore and protect the vital coastal forests that bridge the land and sea.
Categorize the ocean plastic collected to help track and stop pollution at the source.
Return to previous restoration sites to ensure the growing coral is thriving.
The group works together to build the underwater structures that will nurse young corals.
The group dives to securely install the newly built nurseries onto the ocean floor.
The group dives to safely stock the new underwater structures with young coral fragments.
The group dives to securely plant and attach coral fragments onto restoration frames.
The group dives to spot and identify different local coral species in their natural habitat.
The group works to carefully plant and secure young coral saplings inside the nursery.
Take a boat trip to pristine Gili Asahan to explore remote coral reefs and stunning beaches.
The group dives to clean algae and maintain the underwater nurseries for healthy coral growth.
The group dives to monitor, count, and assess the overall health of the local reef ecosystem.
The group dives to spot and record the different fish species thriving around the reef.
Dive to install restoration frames on the seafloor and securely plant new coral fragments.
Des activités additionnelles pour profiter encore plus de cette aventure pendant votre temps libre.
Shared stories and authentic island vibes around a crackling fire on the beach.
No extra cost
Workouts using our on-site gym built from recycled materials. Available daily.
No extra cost.
Treat yourself to relaxing massages from local providers during free time on Gili Asahan.
Prices vary by provider
Challenge the group to a game on the on-site half-court whenever you need a break.
No extra cost
Social nights with music, dancing, karaoke, and quiz games to bond with the group.
No extra cost
Relax in hammocks around the site, reading or enjoying ocean views. (Available daily)
No extra cost
Seated areas near the beach for relaxing, socialising or watching the sunset. (Available daily)
No extra cost
Volleyball using the on-site net and ball. (Available daily)
No extra cost
Casual darts games using the on-site dartboard. (Available daily)
No extra cost
Watch conservation docs or popular films with the group and popcorn. (Twice weekly)
No extra cost
Swim, snorkel nearby reefs, or relax along the beach in this untouched paradise.
No extra cost
Kayaks and SUPs available for exploring nearby coastal waters. (Available on request)
IDR 175,000
Access to a small on-site library with a selection of books to read during downtime.
No extra cost
Explore nearby islands and villages. The traveler can visit local markets, shops, and cafes.
Transport and personal expenses vary
Table tennis and casual beer-pong games in communal areas. (Available daily)
No extra cost
Unwind at the base with interactive challenges and team bonding after a day in the blue.
No extra cost
Self-guided yoga or stretching using the ocean-facing yoga platform. (Available daily)
No extra cost
The group will stay in traditional Lombok-style huts, thoughtfully crafted from sustainably sourced bamboo and Alang Alang grass. Located just steps from the shoreline, these eco-friendly lodges allow the traveler to fall asleep to the sound of the waves. Each private room is equipped with a fan and mosquito net, prioritizing a low-impact lifestyle in harmony with the environment. Accommodation is part of a wider community living environment where the traveler shares social areas overlooking the beach with staff and fellow participants. To minimize the carbon footprint, the facility utilizes natural cooling and does not offer hot water, creating a strong sense of community while still having private personal space to rest and recharge.
The on-site kitchen team prepares three meals daily. Travelers follow a fixed weekly menu of Indonesian and international dishes. Full details are in your program guide once your spot is confirmed!
Arrive at Lombok International Airport (LOP) and make your way to the designated meeting point in South-West Lombok to connect with the scheduled group transfer. Your journey begins with a scenic boat transfer to our remote research base, and we recommend arriving at the airport before midday to catch it. Full details are in your program guide once your spot is confirmed!
Arrive at Lombok International Airport (LOP) and make your way to the designated meeting point in South-West Lombok to connect with the scheduled group transfer. Your journey begins with a scenic boat transfer to our remote research base (tides permitting—if the tides are too low to use the boat, travelers will arrive by scooters instead), and we recommend arriving at the airport before midday to catch it. Full details are in your program guide once your spot is confirmed!
Nestled in the "Secret Gilis" of South-West Lombok, the destination is a world away from the crowds of Bali. This region is a biodiversity hotspot within the Wallacea zone, characterized by pristine turquoise waters and untouched coral reefs. The traveler will find themselves in a tranquil, off-the-beaten-path setting where the rhythm of life is dictated by the tides. It’s a place of raw natural beauty, offering a rare glimpse into a marine ecosystem that remains largely undiscovered by mass tourism.
By participating, the traveler directly supports the restoration of the Coral Triangle’s vital ecosystems. The group’s work involves transplanting "corals of opportunity," maintaining nurseries, and conducting BRUV surveys to monitor shark and ray populations. This effort not only rehabilitates the reef but also empowers local communities through education and sustainable management, ensuring the Gita Nada Marine Park remains a thriving sanctuary for future generations.
Through intensive field-based training and marine science workshops, the traveler gains professional-level knowledge, bridging the gap between academic theory and real-world environmental application.
By focusing on mangrove restoration and maintaining a low-carbon facility, the project helps sequester carbon and build ecosystem resilience against the increasing impacts of global climate change.
The group actively restores coral reefs and seagrass meadows, directly combating habitat loss and protecting endangered marine species through scientific monitoring and hands-on conservation.
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