Vakkaru Maldives launches new Marine Biology Adventure
Island resort, Vakkaru Maldives welcomes a new resident marine biologist and launches ‘Marine Biology Adventure’ excursions.
It will also celebrate the opening of a new padel tennis court, the first of its kind in Baa Atoll.
Resident marine biologist Diana Vergara will teach guests about reef conservation and offer new marine biology adventures.
Vergara has a Masters in Marine Biology and Coastal Environments, plus years of experience working on marine biodiversity research projects and ecosystem monitoring.
She will be encouraging guests of all ages to do their bit to care for the environment by joining the resort’s Coral Adoption Programme that allows guests to adopt a coral frame specially designed to protect reef fish and sea species.
It will be placed in the coral nursery close to Vakkaru’s house reef.
At Vakkaru’s Coconut Club for teens and Parrotfish Club Diana will hold a weekly marine biology presentation covering a variety of topics, from the Maldives and the Baa Atoll UNESCO Biosphere, to manta rays, sea turtles, and how to spot the Baa Atoll ‘Big Five’.
Guests will also have the chance to join ‘Marine Biology Adventure’, a guided snorkelling or diving trip around the House Reef and beyond.
“My goal at Vakkaru is to communicate, create awareness and share my passion with others, and make them fall in love with this amazing underwater world.”
General Manager Iain McCormack said: “We’re excited to welcome Diana to our team. At Vakkaru, we’re committed to evolving our guest experiences so they align with the latest industry trends and guest demands.”
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