At Nautilus Club, our core vision to respect and protect the underwater environment extends beyond our dives. This commitment drives our active involvement in crucial conservation initiatives.

Here, you’ll find details on the vital projects where our club members are making a tangible difference, from participating in essential fieldwork and habitat preservation to contributing to important educational and public outreach programs.

We’re proud to collaborate with dedicated conservation organizations and government bodies, working to ensure the health and vitality of our oceans for future generations.

Dear Nautilus Scuba Club Cairns,

Thank you for adopting a turtle nest from the Mabul Turtle Hatchery!

The eggs you’ve helped protect are now safely incubating in our hatchery, giving them the best possible chance of survival. In just a few weeks, the hatchlings will make their way to the sea, beginning their long journey into the open ocean. If all goes well, some may return to Pulau Mabul decades from now to nest as adults.

Green turtles are listed as endangered & Hawksbill turtles as critically endangered by the IUCN and are particularly vulnerable due to the demand for their beautiful shells. Our turtle hatchery works to protect these incredible animals at the earliest stage of life. Since 2011, the Mabul Turtle Hatchery has released over 18,000 baby Green and Hawksbill turtles—a number we’re extremely proud of!

Your donation enables us to continue protecting and caring for turtles around the island, and to work with the local community to ensure more hatchlings make it safely to the sea.