Conservation, in practice
- Never touch or stand on coral. It is a living animal and damage takes years to recover.
- Use reef-safe habits. Wear a rash vest, apply sunscreen sparingly and well before entering the water, and check local rules on sunscreen ingredients.
- Choose accredited operators that use moorings instead of anchors, brief divers on buoyancy and keep groups small.
- Keep your distance from wildlife. No feeding, chasing or riding animals.
- Reduce your footprint. Carry out your rubbish, avoid single-use plastics and offset travel choices where you can.
Warming seas and marine heatwaves have caused repeated coral bleaching, which is why choosing responsible operators matters. Pay conservation fees gladly; they fund the protection that makes visits possible.
