Eco Centre

Overview

The Eco Centre in Kuramathi was established in 1999, following the El Nińo and the subsequent coral bleach, the management of Kuramathi wanted to better understand this fragile ecosystem and how to protect it best.

Led by a small team of professionals including our Resident Marine Biologist and Horticulturist, the Eco Centre operates all year long and plays a vital role in providing the guests with an enriched experience of Maldives, ensuring guests are aware of proper snorkelling behaviour, and offering guided snorkelling safaris. The centre is also designed to give detailed information about the fascinating underwater world through visual presentations and microscopic presentations.

Another interesting feature of the Eco Centre is the sperm whale exhibit complete with facts about this marvelous species. You will also find other marine and botanic specimens here. This environmental hub features a reading corner furnished with a variety of books. Other programs carried out by the Eco Centre include conducting coral reef research, monitoring sea water temperature and maintaining a coral nursery.

Features

Visit Eco Centre to learn about El Niño coral bleaching impact since 1999 and protection efforts

Learn proper snorkeling behavior guidelines to protect fragile marine ecosystems

Join guided snorkeling safaris led by resident marine biologists for educational experiences

Attend visual and microscopic presentations to understand the fascinating underwater world

Explore sperm whale exhibit with comprehensive facts about this marvelous marine species

Browse marine and botanical books in the reading corner to expand environmental knowledge

Discover ongoing coral reef research and sea water temperature monitoring programs

Visit coral nursery to witness real-time coral restoration and conservation efforts

Interact with professional horticulturists and marine biologists for expert ecological insights

Use microscopes to examine marine and botanical specimens and explore microscopic worlds

Participate in environmental education programs and become an ocean conservation advocate

Take advantage of year-round operations - visit anytime to learn about ecosystem protection

Eco Centre

Eco Centre

Overview

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