At Ocean Eye, we believe the ocean connects more than just ecosystems—it connects people, communities, and futures.
In the heart of Komodo National Park, on the quiet shores of Rinca Island, lies a coastal village called Kerora. Here, the ocean isn’t just a stunning backdrop—it’s a lifeline. It’s the only road to school. Every day, children from Kerora set out across open waters in small wooden boats, braving the elements to reach their classrooms. During the rainy season, when the sea turns wild, the journey becomes dangerous. But still, they go. Because for them, education is hope.
In 2023, over 300,500 visitors came to Komodo National Park, many drawn by the vibrant marine biodiversity and world-class underwater adventures. But beyond the reefs and dive sites are stories like Kerora’s—stories of resilience, courage, and a deep connection between people and the sea.
As visitors, we have a choice. We can simply admire the beauty of these islands, or we can become part of something greater. Tourism has the power to do more than fuel economies—it can support communities, protect ecosystems, and open doors for future generations.
That’s why Ocean Eye is proud to support the Yellow Boat of Hope Foundation Indonesia, a local initiative building real solutions for remote island communities too often left behind. And we invite you to join us. Because when we explore with empathy and act with purpose, the ocean doesn’t divide us—it unites us
How Can You Make a Difference?
Today, they need support to keep going:
- Fuel and maintenance for school boats
- Installation of clean water infrastructure
- Scholarship funding for high-potential students
And with the Ocean Eye platform, your sightings of marine life from your marine adventures can both directly contribute to supporting these projects as well as educate the local fishing communities on the value of marine life, helping to increase their numbers over time.
It doesn’t take much to make a difference. If one out of every 10 visitors donated USD 3 (equivalent of a cup of coffee) for their marine animal sightings, it could fund an entire year’s worth of school material needs for the area.
So next time you dive in Komodo or elsewhere in Indonesia, log your experience on Ocean Eye and choose which community project you want to support. You can be part of this bigger journey of co-creating a brighter future and a more abundant Ocean.