Siam Kotchasan Conserve
Welcome to Siam Kotchasan Conserve, a leader in responsible and sustainable travel throughout Southern Thailand. We are dedicated to preserving the rich natural heritage and unique cultural experiences of this beautiful region, focusing on a holistic approach to conservation that extends beyond a single species.
Experience Southern Thailand with purpose. At Siam Kotchasan Conserve, every journey you embark on directly contributes to the vital preservation of this region's stunning biodiversity and vibrant local communities. From untouched marine sanctuaries to ancient rainforests, our meticulously crafted sustainable tours offer unparalleled adventures that leave a positive footprint. Discover how your travels can make a real difference—explore our unique offerings today and join us in protecting paradise for generations to come.
Our Sustainability
Our Mission
At Siam Kotchasan Conserve, we believe that tourism can be a powerful force for good. Our tours are designed to offer immersive and authentic experiences while minimizing environmental impact and maximizing benefits for local communities. We work closely with experts and local partners to ensure our activities promote biodiversity, support sustainable livelihoods, and educate our guests on the importance of responsible travel. From pristine rainforests to vibrant marine ecosystems, we strive to protect and showcase the incredible diversity of Southern Thailand.
Our Commitment to Sustainable Travel
Siam Kotchasan Conserve is currently engaged with Travelife, demonstrating our commitment to sustainability in all aspects of our operations as a travel company. While this particular website is dedicated to showcasing our conservation initiatives, we offer a diverse range of tours including insightful city explorations, cultural immersions, and nature-based adventures across Southern Thailand. Phuket Elephant Care is one of our most cherished destinations, offering unique opportunities to connect with these magnificent creatures in a respectful and sustainable manner. We invite you to explore our full suite of tour activities on our main website, where you can discover all the ways to experience the wonders of Southern Thailand responsibly with Siam Kotchasan.
Sustainability Policy
Siam Kotchasan Conserve Co., Ltd is committed to promoting sustainable travel practices that protect the environment, enrich local communities, and foster cultural understanding. We strive to balance the needs of our travelers with the planet’s ecological and social well-being. This policy outlines our sustainability objectives and actions we will take to achieve them.Our Sustainability Policy is based upon the following principles:
To comply with, and exceed where practicable, all applicable national legislation,
regulations, and codes of practice.
To integrate sustainability considerations into all our business decisions.
Ensure all staff are fully aware of our Sustainability Policy and committed to
implementing and improving it.
To minimize the negative impact of all our office and travel operation activities.
To make clients and suppliers aware of our sustainability commitments and
encourage them to adopt sustainable management practices.
To review, annually report, and continually strive to improve our sustainability
performance.
To ensure accountability and transparency in our sustainability performance.
Operations & Governance
Social Policy & Human Rights
We commit to sustainable internal management by having a clear, written, and well-communicated social and Human rights policy that includes the following principles:
Our employees have freedom of employment, you can terminate your contract with us with notice of one month and without penalty. In conformity with the local labour law, the Employee shall work on probation for a period of 90 days (according to local labour law), starting from the first day of work.
Employee Rights: We ensure our staff are fairly compensated with at least the national minimum wage and provide holidays, maternity, and sick leave.
Health & Safety: A workplace health and safety policy is in place, adhering to national legal standards.
Anti-Discrimination: We prohibit any form of discrimination based on gender, race, age, disability, or sexual orientation, and comply with national laws on youth employment.
We do not hinder trade union memberships. Employees have the freedom to join any trade union of their choice.
Environment & Community Relations
We commit to practicing environmental protection and enhancing community relations by ensuring the enforcement of the following practices:
Implement measures to minimize energy consumption in all operations.
Encourage public transportation and eco-friendly vehicles for staff and company travel.
Promote virtual meetings whenever possible to reduce travel emissions.
Adopt a zero-waste approach by reducing, reusing, and recycling in our offices and during travel.
Use sustainable water sourcing, which does not adversely affect environmental flows.
Install water-saving equipment in toilets, re-use wastewater, and/or collect rainwater.
Provide training for staff on proper waste management practices.
Source office supplies and promotional materials from sustainable and eco-friendly vendors.
Evaluate suppliers and partners based on their sustainability practices before engagement.
Develop and implement training programs that educate employees about sustainable practices and environmental conservation.
Encourage employees to contribute ideas for sustainability initiatives.
Excursions & Activities
We value animal and community welfare extremely highly and aim at tours that only leave a minor footprint. We are safeguarding the authenticity of the communities and the natural environment, and are strongly against harming wildlife and polluting the environment.We commit to this by:
Advising guests on behaviour standards during excursions and activities with a focus on respecting the local culture, nature, and environment.
Communicating our sustainability objectives and requirements to contracted and other relevant excursion providers by distributing this information via codes of conduct, representative agents, social media, email, discussions, and/or meetings, to minimise negative visitor impact and maximise enjoyment.
Not offering any excursions that harm humans, animals, plants, natural resources such as water and energy, or which are socially and culturally unacceptable.
Not offering any excursions in which wildlife is held captive, except for properly regulated activities in compliance with local, national, and international law.
Not being involved with companies that harvest, consume, display, sell, or trade wildlife species unless it is part of a regulated activity that ensures that their utilisation is sustainable and in compliance with local, national, and international law.
Having skilled and/or certified guides to guide our guests in sensitive cultural sites, heritage sites, or ecologically sensitive destinations.
Promoting and advise our guests on excursions and activities which directly involve and support local communities by purchasing services or goods, traditional crafts and local (food) production methods, or visiting social projects.
Promote Responsible Travel
We try to ensure that vehicles used on tours do not cause more than average pollution. We believe that transport is an important aspect of sustainable tourism, and we do our best to decrease the average pollution level.We commit to this by:
Prioritize the use of low-emission and alternative fuel vehicles.
Encourage the use of public transportation, cycling or walking for tourist where feasible.
Invest in vehicle maintenance to ensure optimal performance fuel efficiency.
Incorporate electric or hybrid vehicles into our fleets as replacements for conventional vehicles.
Ensure driver training on eco-friendly driving practices and safety procedures.
Educate travelers on responsible travel practices, such as cultural sensitivities, wildlife protection, and minimizing environmental impact.
Collaborate with suppliers, partners, and communities to promote sustainable tranport practice.
Destination Management
We aim to maximize positive impacts and minimize negative impacts at destination to ensure the sustainable development of the places that we operate in.We commit to this by:
Consider sustainability aspects in the selection process of new destinations and possibly offer alternative, non-mainstream destinations.
Not selecting destinations in which tourism leads to structural negative local effects (unless the company's involvement results in clear counterbalancing effects).
Consider the selection of new destinations, which are reachable through more sustainable means of transport.
Comply with legally based spatial planning, protected areas, and heritage regulations. Also, with destination management strategies of local, regional, and national authorities.
Not promote souvenirs which contain threatened flora and fauna species as indicated in the CITES treaty and the IUCN ‘Red List’; or historic and archaeological artefacts (except as permitted by law).
Sustainable Accommodation & Services
We try to achieve a tourism supply chain that is fully sustainable. The partner accommodations play an important role in achieving this, and are stimulated and motivated to adapt sustainable practices.We commit to this by:
Prioritize partnerships with hotels, restaurants, and service providers that have sustainable practices in place.
Clearly and actively communicating our sustainability objectives and requirements regarding accommodations to contracted and other relevant parties.
Regularly assess and monitor suppliers’ sustainability commitments.
Offering incentives to accommodations that are actively engaging in sustainability.
Customer Communication & Protection
Customers' welfare and information are very important to us. At Siam Kotchasan Conserve Co., Ltd., we ensure clear and constant communication and high protection for our clients.Before booking, we commit to this by:
Make available a company guideline for client consultation, which is followed by client advisors;
Ensure that customer privacy is not compromised;
Comply with relevant standards and voluntary codes of conduct in marketing and advertising messages, and not promise more than is delivered;
Make product and price information clear, complete and accurate, with regard to the company and its products and services, including sustainability claims;
Provide destination information, including sustainability aspects, which is factually correct, balanced and complete;
Inform clients about the environmental impact of different transport options to reach the destination (in case these are not included in the package), and to offer sustainable alternatives, where available;
Promote (Certified) sustainable accommodations, excursions, packages and/or transport options, with logos or other messages; ensuring they are recognizable to consumer and presented as the “better” option;
Inform the customer about sustainable alternatives concerning accommodations, excursions, package holidays and transport options, if available;
Clearly inform (potential) direct customers, about sustainability commitments and actions;
After booking and during holidays, we commit to this by:
Provide Information to consumers about the natural surroundings, local culture and cultural heritage in the holiday destination;
Inform consumers about key sustainability aspects and issues in the destination and receive recommendations on how to make a positive contribution;
Inform customers about risks and precautions related to health and safety matters in the destination;
Keep a contact person and a telephone number permanently available for emergency situations;
Train personnel and keep guidelines available, on how to deal with emergency situations;
Provide clients with documented guidelines and/or codes of conduct for sensitive excursions and activities to minimize negative visitor impact and maximize enjoyment.
Carbon Offsetting
Offer travelers the option to contribute to carbon offset programs as part of the booking process.
Invest in renewable energy projects, reforestation efforts, and other ecological initiatives to offset our carbon emissions.
Community Engagement
Develop partnerships with local organizations to engage and empower communities impacted by tourism.
Facilitate cultural exchanges and promote understanding between travelers and local populations.
Transparency & Accountability
Regularly communicate our sustainability efforts and progress to all stakeholders, including employees, travelers, and partners.
Establish a feedback mechanism for travelers and staff to evaluate our sustainability performance.
Continuous Improvement
Regularly review and update our sustainability initiatives based on industry best practices and feedback from stakeholders.
Set measurable sustainability targets and report progress annually.
Conservation Work
Siam Kotchasan Conserve offers a range of responsible and sustainable experiences designed to connect you with the natural beauty and cultural richness of Southern Thailand. We prioritize ethical practices, whether it's through our animal welfare initiatives, community engagement projects, or eco-friendly excursions. Our activities are carefully curated to ensure minimal environmental impact while providing enriching and memorable moments for our guests.A typical day with Siam Kotchasan might include:
Exploring diverse ecosystems: Engage in activities like kayaking through the stunning 'hongs' (lagoons) of Phang Nga Bay, discovering hidden caves, and marveling at the unique limestone karsts.
Ethical animal encounters: Participate in our programs that support the welfare of various animals, ensuring they live in natural, stress-free environments.
Community and cultural immersion: Visit local communities, learn about their traditions, and support their sustainable livelihoods through authentic interactions.
Hands-on conservation activities: Join efforts such as beach clean-ups along Thailand's stunning coastlines, participate in vital reforestation projects to restore natural habitats, or engage in wildlife monitoring programs to protect local biodiversity. Discover available CSR events and opportunities to get involved by clicking here.
Sustainable Tours
Embark on enriching journeys that prioritize responsible tourism, ensuring positive impacts on local communities, culture, and the environment.
Phuket Elephant Care: Full Day Explorer at Naithon Sanctuary
Immerse yourself in Thailand's largest dedicated elephant haven. This full-day program in the serene Naithon area offers a unique, unhurried connection with rescued elephants. Observe these magnificent creatures thriving in a sprawling natural environment, free from past burdens of logging or entertainment. Experience a profound connection that prioritizes their well-being and natural behaviors.
John Gray's Hong by Starlight - Phang Nga Bay Kayaking
Journey back millions of years exploring Phang Nga Bay's hidden hongs (karst islands with internal lagoons) and sea caves by kayak. This renowned eco-tour offers a truly sustainable way to witness the bay's natural wonders. Conclude your experience with a breathtaking sunset and the traditional practice of floating self-made Krathongs with candlelight, connecting with local culture and nature's beauty.
Twilight Sea Canoe: Phang Nga Bay's Evening Magic
Experience the enchanting beauty of Phang Nga Bay as dusk descends on our Twilight Sea Canoe trip from Phuket. This unique adventure allows you to paddle through stunning limestone caves and hidden "hongs" (lagoons) as the sun sets, casting a golden glow over the dramatic karst formations. The highlight of the evening is witnessing the magical phenomenon of bioluminescent plankton, illuminating the water with every paddle stroke. Enjoy delicious meals on board and explore iconic spots like James Bond Island in the serene twilight hours, making for an unforgettable journey into nature's nocturnal wonders.
Phuket Cultural City Tour: Hidden Gems & Heritage
Discover the authentic heart of Phuket beyond the typical tourist trails. This tour delves into the island's rich cultural heritage, visiting significant local attractions like Chalong Temple, scenic viewpoints, and the vibrant historical Old Town. Explore genuine local gems, support community-focused initiatives, and gain a deeper understanding of Phuket's unique identity.
Surin Islands Day Trip: Snorkel Paradise & Moken Village Sea Gypsies
Embark on an unforgettable Surin Islands Day Trip with Wow Andaman, departing from the Thai mainland. This pristine archipelago, a jewel of the Andaman Sea, offers some of the best snorkeling in Thailand with crystal-clear waters teeming with vibrant coral reefs and diverse marine life. Beyond the underwater wonders, your journey includes a respectful visit to a traditional Moken village, home to the fascinating "sea gypsies." Learn about their unique nomadic culture and harmonious way of life that has thrived for centuries on these islands. Enjoy delicious meals, relax on white-sand beaches, and immerse yourself in the natural beauty and cultural richness of the Surin Islands on this full-day adventure.
Similan Royal Trip: Conserving the Pearls of the Andaman
Embark on a responsible and unforgettable journey to the Similan Islands, widely celebrated as the "Pearls of the Andaman Sea," with Wow Andaman's luxurious and eco-conscious Power Catamaran. Recognised globally for their exceptional natural beauty, the Similans feature pristine white-sand beaches, vibrant coral reefs, and incredibly clear turquoise waters.
Hanuman World Phuket: Eco-Adventure Amidst Nature
Experience thrilling zipline adventures at Hanuman World in Phuket, an eco-adventure park blending excitement with environmental appreciation. Soar through the lush rainforest canopy on ziplines and the unique roller zipline. Hanuman World emphasizes eco-tourism and responsible practices, including a "no trees harmed" policy and actively promoting alternatives to plastic. Guides educate visitors on local flora and fauna, fostering a deeper connection to Thailand's natural heritage. Enjoy an unforgettable adventure that respects and showcases Phuket's natural landscape.
Golden Hour Odyssey: A Sustainable Journey from Sunrise to James Bond Island
Embark on the "Golden Hour Odyssey," a responsibly curated Phang Nga Bay adventure that takes you from the serene beauty of a sunrise at Samet Nangshe viewpoint to the iconic James Bond Island. This unique program offers an unforgettable morning exploring the natural wonders and cultural highlights of Phang Nga province, with a strong emphasis on minimizing environmental impact and supporting local communities.
Andaman Surprise: Sustainable Discovery of Phang Nga Bay & James Bond Island
Embark on an "Andaman Surprise" journey, responsibly exploring the iconic Phang Nga Bay and James Bond Island. This expedition is designed with sustainability at its core, ensuring that your breathtaking experience of the dramatic limestone karsts and emerald waters contributes to their preservation. We prioritize eco-conscious practices, from mindful longtail boat operations that respect marine ecosystems to supporting local communities within the bay. Discover hidden lagoons by eco-friendly kayaking, observe nature without disturbance, and learn about the unique geological and cultural heritage of this magnificent region. Our focus is on providing an immersive and unforgettable adventure that safeguards the future of the Andaman Sea's natural wonders.
Contact Us
We'd love to hear from you! Whether you have a question about our responsible tours in Southern Thailand, want to learn more about our conservation efforts, or wish to plan your visit, our team is here to assist you.
