supporting our community
Yenbuba Village
The Soul Scuba Divers team is proud to be a part of the Yenbuba community. Yenbuba Village is located on Mansuar Island, just a few minutes away by boat from Kri. Most of the families who own and run the homestays on Kri are from Yenbuba.
As a part of this community, Soul Scuba Divers are engaged in some exciting education and conservation projects.
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Coral Restoration with THe sea people
At Soul Scuba Divers, we're deeply committed to the preservation and rejuvenation of our oceans. Partnering with SEApeople - Orang Laut, we're actively involved in the restoration of coral reefs in the stunning region of Raja Ampat.
The SEA People, known locally as Orang Laut Papua, is a field-based non-profit organization working to protect and restore the marine ecosystem of Raja Ampat - creating solutions that benefit both the local community and the ocean on which it depends. The SEA People works hand-in-hand with community members, providing them with the skills and knowledge to manage and protect the local marine environment on their own. Currently, the organization is working on several key projects - Orang Laut Raja Ampat Megafauna and Marine Park Monitoring, Crown of Thorns Starfish Management Response, and Yaf Keru Reef Restoration.
The SEA People, in collaboration with Soul Scuba, offers divers the opportunity to participate in reef restoration activities. Divers can tour existing restoration sites, learn more about the state of Raja Ampat's coral reefs and understand why reef restoration is so important, before getting "hands on" with transplanting corals alongside local community members.
If you’re interested in becoming a coral gardener on your next trip to Raja Ampat, drop us a message! For more information, you can check out our dive pricing.
Photos by Nick Hulley @hulleyvisuals
waste management project in kri island, raja ampat
With new flight routes and rising popularity, an increasing number of tourists in Raja Ampat means an increase in waste. Soul Scuba Divers has been reactivating waste management in Kri Island to get ahead of the issue.
We are recycling different plastic, metal, glass, as well as organic waste that's used in our community garden. To separate the different waste that accumulates on the island, we use old oil drums.
Education about this issue on the island is very important, both for the locals and our visitors. We are active in beach clean-ups, which take place at surface intervals between the morning dives. This small action has motivated local communities to keep the island waste-free. Of course, it takes time. The main focus is to teach people to reduce the plastic income on the island by encouraging smarter ways of shopping, using cardboard boxes and reusable shopping bags instead of single use plastic.
Going forwards, we plan to buy land and open a recycling center in Waisai, where we can organize and reuse all the different waste that we collect! At this point, there is only landfield in Waisai which gets burned.
How do we collect money for the waste program ?
You can be a vital part of creating a cleaner and more sustainable Raja Ampat by making a donation on our GoFundMe crowdfunding page. Every contribution, regardless of its size, plays a crucial role in making a positive impact on our environment. Join us in this collective effort for a greener and healthier Raja Ampat. Your support makes a world of difference!
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At Soul Scuba Divers we also have a few products that we sell and all the profit from the products goes towards Cleaner Raja Ampat
Togean Naturale
Join us on this journey towards a more sustainable future. Explore our range of eco-friendly products and experience the harmony between nature, tradition, and conscious consumerism that Togo Eang proudly embodies.
From each cosmetic products we donate 100,000 IDR towards a cleaner Raja Ampat project. In Soul Scuba divers we sell natural Shampoo, conditioner, soaps, sunscreen, mosquito repellent and coconut lotion. All of the products are reef safe and natural.
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Locally made jewelry
At Soul Scuba Divers, we believe in the power of creativity and collaboration to drive positive change. We sell an exclusive line of sea creature necklaces, meticulously handcrafted by our skilled artisans, with each piece designed to celebrate the mesmerizing beauty of the underwater world.
For every sea creature necklace purchased from our collection, our talented mechanic contributes a generous donation of 100,000 IDR. Your purchase goes beyond acquiring a beautiful souvenir; it directly supports our conservation initiatives aimed at preserving and protecting marine life and making Raja Ampat cleaner.
Use your discount to donate to our existing programs
We give a discount on scuba diving when you:
Dive 11 times and get the 12th dive for free
Dive 20 times and get the 21st dive for free
Dive 29 times and get the 30th dive for free
You can either donate your free dive to our existing programs or you can use it to reduce your total bill. Helping the waste program you will be part of keeping Raja Ampat clean!
WATER FILTERs FOR RAJA AMPAT
At Soul Scuba Divers, we're proud to collaborate with Support A Local,
an impactful NGO dedicated to improving the livelihoods of communities in Indonesia. Our latest initiative focuses on providing essential water filters to local villages in need.
Why water filters?
Clean water is a fundamental necessity often taken for granted. Unfortunately, many villages in Indonesia lack access to safe and clean drinking water. With your support, we aim to change that. These water filters offer a simple yet powerful solution, ensuring communities have access to safe and potable water, reducing waterborne diseases, and fostering healthier lives.
How Can You Help?
Your generous donations make this initiative possible. By contributing to Support A Local's Water Filter Initiative, you directly impact the lives of those in need. Every donation, no matter the size, brings us closer to our goal of providing clean water to these communities.
You impact matters
Imagine the joy of a community finally gaining access to clean water. Your support empowers us to make a tangible difference. Together, we can create a ripple effect of positive change, one water filter at a time.
Your contribution matters. Join us in supporting this vital cause. Together, let's provide clean water to those who need it most.