At Koh Jum Beach Villas, biodiversity isn’t just an amenity, it’s the bedrock of everything we do. From nurturing our native gardens and safeguarding nocturnal wildlife to minimizing environmental impact across our operations, every choice is a tribute to the delicate ecosystems that make our island a sanctuary, for both nature and our guests.
A Garden That Gives Back
Our gardens are not only lush and vibrant but also deeply rooted in ecological balance and stewardship. Every plant, from trees to flowering shrubs, is carefully selected from species native to Koh Jum. We cultivate them without chemicals, using regenerative practices that enrich our soil and establish thriving habitats for honey bees, stingless bees, butterflies, beetles, birds, reptiles, and amphibians.
By maintaining healthy soil, we prevent erosion and halt nutrient runoff into the sea, protecting critical coastal ecosystems like mangroves, seagrass beds, and coral reefs. As land clearing and industrial agriculture threaten these fragile systems worldwide, our regenerative approach safeguards them in our own backyard.
Protecting Nature, Even at Night
When the sun dips below the horizon over the Andaman Sea, we let nature remain unlit. Our commitment to minimizing light pollution, by avoiding excessive beachfront lighting and unnecessary glare, ensures that nocturnal wildlife can carry on with natural feeding, nesting, and migratory behaviors. This approach not only protects fragile ecosystems, but also grants our guests an unforgettable experience: a night sky filled with stars, accompanied by the soothing symphony of the island at rest.
Living in Harmony with Land and Sea
From dawn till dusk, and into the night, our operations are designed to protect and regenerate. We compost organic waste to enrich our soil, manage water usage with care, and reduce single-use plastics at every turn. These efforts earned us the Travelife Gold Certification for 2025–2026, an internationally recognized recognition of our commitment to sustainability and meaningful luxury.
As a Travelife Gold-certified resort, we’re held to standards that span:
- Biodiversity and ecosystem protection: including pesticide-free landscaping and reef-safe choices
- Responsible waste management: like composting, refillable water solutions, and minimizing single-use plastics
- Responsible procurement and community support: such as hiring locally, sourcing ingredients from nearby farmers, and partnering with ethical tour providers
This certification signals that every facet of our resort, from solar energy and mangrove conservation to fair labor practices, is audited and aligned with global sustainability standards.
Why It Matters
Biodiversity is about more than just flora and fauna, it’s the heartbeat of resilience. Healthy ecosystems buffer coastlines, pollinate food systems, and sustain the delicate balances we often take for granted. For our guests, this means more than seeing a Brahminy Kite in flight or wandering through fragrant native gardens. It means being immersed in a place that feels whole, nurturing, and profoundly alive, and knowing that your stay supports its continued flourishing.
