The Dorsal Effect

AN ADVENTURE THAT MEANS MORE

Come on a snorkelling boat trip with ex shark fishermen with us. We promise pristine sites on a conservation tourism adventure.

WELCOME TO

THE DORSAL EFFECT

Ever wanted to see another side to Lombok, Indonesia, with an ethical element to your travels? The Dorsal Effect engages ex shark fishermen to take you out on their boats to snorkel sites they know best. Amazing sites abound and all in the name of ethical conservation tourism.

Great Destinations

Lovely beaches, beautiful corals, dramatic cliffs infused with an empathy for marine conservation.

Unforgettable Moments

IG-worthy scenery and travels that make a positive difference, empowering travellers to make a change as global citizens.

Ethical Conservation Tourism

Provide an alternative livelihood to ex shark fishermen while enjoying your holiday.

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SNORKELLING BOAT TRIP IN LOMBOK

Come on a full day snorkelling boat trip with an ex shark fisherman in Lombok. We will take you the fish market to share more about the shark fishing trade and its complexities and then embark on a converted fishing boat to go snorkelling at a few sites, with ex shark fishermen. We will also be making a stop at Pink Beach for lunch.

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SCHOOL TRIP TO LOMBOK

Let us take you on a exploratory journey of the shark trade and conservation efforts, through the eyes of Lombok. We will take you to the fish market where sharks are landed, interview ex shark fishermen to learn more about their lives before and after shark hunting, take you snorkelling to get closer to the oceans and learn about doing coral health checks and speak with local NGOs on their efforts in slowing the shark trade. We will also engage in nightly lectures and discussions to delve deeper into the complexities surrounding ocean conservation. 

THE DORSAL EFFECT SPEAKING GIG

With a deep love for sharks and the ocean, Kathy has been speaking about sharks to small children, and her shark conservation journey to schools and corporations. If you would like to engage her for a talk, do get in touch with us here.

DISCOVER

OUR MISSION

We shape heartfelt experiences to unique, exotic destinations to promote education on marine life and allow for conservation of sharks and the marine ecosystem.

Lombok

On the Red Dot: Friends for a Better World – Indonesia (The Dorsal Effect)

Singapore

Rethinking Shark Conservation | Kathy Xu | TEDxYouth@SAJC

Singapore

World Is Ours: Kathy Xu

Lombok, Indonesia

Shark Conservationist Kathy Xu on Inspiration | SHARK WEEK 2016

Lombok, Indonesia

#ACTNOW with Kathy Xu

TESTIMONIALS

WHAT PEOPLE SAY ABOUT US

Everything about the boat trip was excellent! The boat was clean and comfortable, and our new friend Augs and the ex-shark fishermen who brought us out took very good care of us. The water was crystal clear and we snorkeled in some of the best reefs we've ever seen. 🙂
Clarissa
Clarissa Sih
Customer, 2019
An amazing social enterprise with meaningful marine eco-tour. Very personal and warm service and enlightening guides. Highly recommend it for a purposeful trip.
Ibrahim Iqbal
Ibrahim Iqbal
Customer, 2015
Saving the planet (literally!) One Shark at a time. Thank You for doing this, Kathy you're wonderful!
Rhonda Woodfine
Rhonda Woodfine
Customer, 2015
Enjoyed the day of snorkeling very much. This is a great cause to make a contribution towards
Daphne Chen
Daphne Chen
Customer, 2014

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