The name of the resort is inspired by the numerous spectacular boulders covering the island. As one of the furthest islands west in the archipelago, the island has a unique climate and exceptional water clarity. The edge of the island is lined with sandy beaches, rocks and large boulders. Eagle Rock viewpoint is the highest reachable point on the island. The eastern side of the island comprises a series of valleys of mixed vegetation, ending in large boulders and cliffs. This rugged terrain provides nesting areas for the White-bellied Sea Eagle and Brahminy Kite, both which are widely seen across the island.
The eco-resort features a total of 20 bungalows, each built entirely from renewable materials. Great attention has been paid to blend the resort’s buildings with the surrounding environment and tree cutting is kept to an absolute bare minimum. In fact, when viewed from the sea, no buildings are even visible on the island.
The island staff (and interested guests) conduct a beach clean-up every week to collect plastics and other garbage washed into the many scenic bays around the island. The resort’s policy is to limit the use of single-use plastics to a minimum. Guests are provided with multi-use aluminium water bottle when they arrive, which can be refilled throughout their stay.
As part of the protection plan for Boulder Island’s coral reefs, permanent moorings were set up in December 2016. These provide secure mooring for the resort's own boats and for local fishermen who shelter at the island overnight. In this way there is no need to drop anchors, which causes irreparable damage to the coral reef.
The resort also provides guests with complimentary biodegradable soaps and shampoos and uses only biodegradable cleaning products. This ensures the precious groundwater resources on the island are protected and no chemicals enter the sea.
Location:
Nga Khin Nyo Gyee Island, The Mergui Archipelago
7 Magical Bays
More than 10 klm of Tropical Treks
1000s of colorful corals
Current Capacity:
20 Eco Friendly Bungalows
3 Accommodation Types, Standard – Superior – Suit
Research & Conservation of Nature:
The resort contributes to the conservation of the island with its ongoing ecological survey operations, coral restoration programs and weekly beach clean-ups.
Boulder Bay Eco Resort collaborates closely with an NGO called Project Manaia. Their experience marine biologists have overseen the coral restoration programs from their inception and make regular monitoring visits to Boulder Island. As well as carrying out unprecedented survey of the exiting marine ecology, coral nurseries have been set in 3 different locations around the island. These nurseries use recycled fish traps to support the new coral growth.
The knowledge the resort is accumulating about the unique biodiversity of the Mergui Archipelago is being shared with other operators in the region and with the Marine Biology Department of Myeik University.
The resort has also begun implementing sustainable bamboo forestry techniques to an existing bamboo forest located in one of the bays (named Bamboo Cove). By properly managing the bamboo clump and harvesting only the 4-5-year-old poles (which is the age bamboo reaches optimum strength), the resort will in future be provided with its own source of renewable construction timber.
In 2018 the resort also began work on a kitchen garden that use permaculture principles to provide a wide variety of herbs and vegetables. Known in permaculture circles as a ‘mandala garden’, the circular layout of the garden beds provides for convenient picking and looks beautiful in its forest glade setting. Our expert permaculturalist led a staff training workshop to construct the mandala garden and set up an effective composting system for the resort’s kitchen. Close attention has also been paid in species selection for the kitchen gardens on the island, ensuring no invasive species are introduced to the island’s unique ecosystem.
Sustainable Development of the Resort:
Boulder Bay Eco Resort’s bungalows are constructed entirely from renewable, locally-sourced materials. They are built in the traditional style from lightweight natural timber and thatched palm roofs. Raised from the ground, with deep shaded verandas and natural ventilation provided by windows and roof vents means the internal environment is perfectly comfortable, without the need for energy-intensive air conditioning.
The entire resort is powered by solar energy and all buildings in the resort are fitted with low-energy LED lighting. There is also no air conditioning in the resort, only fans.
The resort’s policy is to limit the use of single-use plastics to a minimum. Plastic water bottles and drinking straws are not used. Guests are provided with multi-use aluminium water bottle when they arrive, which can be refilled throughout their stay. Water stations are in each bungalow and at handy spots around the resort.
Waste is recycled on the island where possible (including compost for the kitchen gardens). Any excess waste is sent back to Kawthaung to a registered recycling facility there.
If you believe in sustainable and responsible tourism we are looking forward to offer you a one in a life time experience!
