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Latest Acropora ID Diver Course May 2026

In May 2026, Ocean Gardener hosted an intensive two-week Acropora Course, bringing together passionate divers from Lombok, Pemuteran, and our own team. Through 14 dives and extensive field study across Nusa Penida and Bali, participants observed 70% of the 99 Acropora species studied, gaining deep insights into species-specific restoration. Are you ready to become a coral expert? Join our next cohort and take your restoration skills to the next level.

July 18, 2026 No Comments

The story of our Ped, Nusa Penida, coral restoration site

James shares the incredible transformation of our Ped, Nusa Penida site. From bare rubble to 52% coral cover, he explores how simple, community-led methods are bringing Bali’s reefs back to life. Witness the power of restoration!

January 20, 2026 No Comments

From Inspiration to Action: The Spirit of Women in Marine Conservation

Our staff member, Festi, recently represented Ocean Gardener at the Coral Catch Conference on Gili Air. Celebrating women in marine conservation, she joined workshops to share hope and restoration tactics. Festi returned inspired, proving that when women lead, our coral reefs have a brighter future.

January 20, 2026 No Comments
Traffic congestion in Bali on the way to Canggu

Will Nusa Penida Succumb to Over Tourism Like Bali?

Our new blog post examines the threat of unsustainable tourism development in Nusa Penida to the coral reefs. While the Marine Protected Area (MPA) has been established since 2010, land-based pollution from unchecked development is starting to degrade these vital ecosystems.

Our coral restoration efforts in Ped show promising progress, but the long-term health of Nusa Penida’s marine life depends on sustainable management, including clear guidelines for visitors and developers, robust waste management, and comprehensive environmental protection. Let’s protect this paradise!

July 1, 2025 No Comments

Bali’s Plastic Problem: A 2026 Update on the Fight for a Cleaner Paradise

Our latest blog post looks at the recent plastic ban in Bali. With all the plastic pollution we saw during our dives, we were curious about the recent plastic ban. Bali generates 3,436 tons of waste daily, with landfills overflowing into illegal disposal. The ban is set for full enforcement by January 2026 will span all sectors including government, businesses, and schools, is a key step towards Bali’s ambitious goal of becoming waste-free by 2027.

June 25, 2025 No Comments