Plastic pollution in Komodo National park

As a scuba dive company in Komodo, Maika Komodo Tour & Diving is committed to protecting the marine environment in Komodo National Park. One of the biggest threats to the health of the ocean is plastic pollution. Here we'll explore the impact of plastic pollution on the marine environment in Komodo National Park and what we can do to help.
The Problem with Plastic Pollution
Plastic pollution is a growing problem in the world's oceans. Every year, millions of tons of plastic waste enter the ocean, where it can harm marine life and damage ecosystems. In Komodo National Park, plastic pollution is a particular concern due to the high volume of tourists who visit the area each year.
Plastic pollution can have a range of negative impacts on the marine environment. For example, plastic debris can entangle and suffocate marine animals, causing injury and death. Marine animals can also mistake plastic debris for food, which can lead to internal injuries and death. In addition, plastic debris can release harmful chemicals into the water, which can have long-term effects on the health of marine ecosystems.
The Impact of Plastic Pollution in Komodo National Park
Komodo National Park is home to a diverse range of marine life, including over 1,000 species of fish and 260 species of coral. Unfortunately, plastic pollution is having a negative impact on this rich biodiversity. Plastic debris can be found on the park's beaches and in its waters, threatening the health of marine animals and ecosystems.
One of the biggest challenges in addressing plastic pollution in Komodo National Park is the high volume of tourists who visit the area. Many tourists bring single-use plastics such as water bottles and food packaging, which can quickly add up to a significant amount of waste. In addition, the lack of infrastructure for waste management in the area means that much of this plastic waste ends up in the ocean.
What We Can Do to Help
As a dive company, Maika Komodo Tour & Diving is committed to reducing plastic pollution in Komodo National Park. Here are some ways that you can help too:
  1. Bring reusable water bottles and food containers on your trip to Komodo National Park.
  2. Say no to single-use plastics such as straws and plastic bags.
  3. Participate in beach cleanups and other environmental initiatives in the area.
  4. Support local businesses that are committed to reducing their plastic use.
By taking these steps, we can all do our part to reduce the impact of plastic pollution on the marine environment in Komodo National Park. Together, we can help protect this unique and important ecosystem for generations to come.

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We can visit places such as;​
  • Komodo Island​
  • Kalong
  • Menjerite
  • Castle Rock*
  • Crystal Bay
  • Taka Makassar
  • Tatawa Kecil*
  • Siaba Besar
  • The Passage*
  • Rinca Island
  • Kalong
  • Long Beach
  • Manta Point
  • Kelor 
  • Bidadari
  • Sebayur
  • Gili Lawa
  • Kanawa
  • Pink Beach
  • Batu Bolong*
  • (* Only for scuba trips​)
If you would like to help spread the word about, every scuba dive center in Labuan Bajo would be thankful for your help.  We are actively taking a role in educating locals about the negative effect plastic can have on the environment.  Thank you for taking the time to read this and thank you for doing your part in not using single use plastic in Komodo National park.
If you are interested in any of our Komodo Boat tour or Komodo diving trips, please contact us and our staff would be happy to help you book a great diving trip in Komodo National park.  All of our guides and instructors have many years of experience and are here to make sure each and every one of our guests have a  safe and wonderful time while visiting Komodo National park.

Scuba Diving Courses.
For this that are not certified and would be interested in taking an open water diving course or advanced diving course, we can arrange that as well on one of our liveaboard trips.  We have great instructors to help you and make sure you understand every part of the process so you can get your scuba certification and keep scuba diving for years and years to come.  A great place to start and learn is with the Scuba Diving FAQ page.
Maika Komodo Tour is located in Labuan Bajo, Flores, Indonesia and offer Komodo tour and  Komodo Scuba diving trips.  

Our address is;
Jl. Soekarno Hatta, Labuan Bajo, Kec. Komodo, Kabupaten Manggarai Barat, Nusa Tenggara Tim. 86763

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Address: Jl. Soekarno Hatta, Labuan Bajo, Komodo, Kabupaten Manggarai Barat, Nusa Tenggara Tim. 86763, Indonesia
​Phone: 62 812-3855-3678