marine-ecology - eco tourism
The least movement is of importance to all nature. The entire ocean is affected by a pebble.
Whilst bestowed luscious jungles and flourishing submarine parks, we at Gayana welcome you to our movement of eco friendly practices; pledging to protect our share of Mother Nature. We full heartedly adhere to Sabah Parks' policy on the preservation and acute conservation of Sabah's wildlife. This passionate movement is in tune with the mission that all species within their natural habitat is ensured perpetuity. A subscription to PADI's Project AWARE would include these prudent recommendations for us at Gayana to:
- + Provide dive experiences that enhance visitor awareness, appreciation and understanding of the local aquatic environment.
- + Use recycled products whenever possible.
- + Participate in local conservation efforts and support established parks and reserves.
- + Not sell items made from endangered species, threatened species, corals or tropical hardwoods.
- + Respect local people, culture and traditions while abiding by local laws and regulations.
- + Provide pre-dive briefings on responsible dive practices such as:
- +++ Proper buoyancy control
- +++ Securing equipment and streamlining body position
- +++ Maintaining distance from sensitive environments
- +++ Not touching or chasing animals
- +++ Abiding by all fish and game regulations
- + Use mooring buoys or drift diving techniques whenever possible to avoid damage to underwater habitat.
- + Offer Project AWARE specialty courses that teach customers about ecology and conservation.
- + Practice buoyancy control skills in a pool or sandy area before swimming near a coral reef or any sensitive environment. Make sure your equipment is secured, you're weighted properly and be careful not to touch, stand on or collect coral.
- + Display environmental public awareness materials and provide community involvement opportunities.
- + Use environmentally sound methods of rubbish disposal.