Coral planting and ocean conservation at Nanuku Resort, Fiji

Overlooking the shimmering waters of Beqa Lagoon in Fiji, home to one of the largest barrier reefs in the world, Nanuku Resort has become a living laboratory for marine conservation, led by the passionate efforts of Fijian natives Waseroma Sigavou, the resort’s resident marine scientist, and Kelly-Dawn Bentley, its dedicated Sustainability Manager.

This World Ocean Day, we dive into the Considerate Collection resort’s hands-on efforts to restore coral reefs, engage the local community, and inspire guests to become ocean stewards. From protecting sea turtle nesting grounds to innovative reef-safe practices, Nanuku exemplifies how tourism can tread lightly — and give back deeply — to the ocean that sustains us all.

For World Ocean Day this year, our guests and staff will be transplanting coral species that have demonstrated strong resilience to rising sea temperatures.

What does World Ocean Day mean to you personally, and how does Nanuku Resort mark the occasion?

World Ocean Day is a global celebration dedicated to honouring and protecting the health of our oceans and reef ecosystems. At Nanuku Resort, we mark this important day with meaningful action — by engaging in coral transplanting as part of our ongoing conservation efforts.

This year, our guests and staff will be transplanting coral species that have demonstrated strong resilience to rising sea temperatures. These corals have been carefully monitored and tested in our on-site nursery during the peak summer months, and their successful growth under stress conditions makes them ideal candidates for strengthening the reef. Through initiatives like this, Nanuku continues to champion ocean sustainability and inspire guests to be part of the solution.

What’s one simple action you wish every visitor would take to help protect the ocean, whether in Fiji or at home?

By learning how to plant coral during their stay, guests not only gain hands-on experience in marine conservation but also carry home with them a deeper appreciation for ocean stewardship. They leave inspired by the passion and commitment found in Fiji to protect our reefs — bringing that same sense of responsibility back to their own communities.

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