Nikoi is a member of The Long Run.
OUR COMMITMENT.
Built with purpose.
An island guided by nature,
sustained by community.
Tourism done thoughtfully.
An important aspect of Nikoi’s approach to responsible tourism has been to ensure that we not only help to protect the environment but where possible to restore it.
From the outset, building and operating Nikoi along strict sustainable principles has been at the forefront of development plans for the island. Not only was Nikoi built with local materials, labour and services but it is also operated with them. Significantly, through time many important new trades and skills have thus been transferred to Nikoi’s contractors and staff.
Nikoi is a Long Run Alliance Global Ecosphere Retreat (GER)® member. This means that we directly manage or significantly influence the management of a natural area of conservation value with defined geographical boundaries, have signed The Long Run Charter and are committed to achieving sustainability through a holistic balance of the 4Cs: conservation, community, culture and commerce. For more information on The Long Run please visit their website.
Being part of the Long Run Initiative we apply The Long Run approach to life of acting today for a better tomorrow. In 2022 we become a Global Ecosphere Retreat® certified Long Run Destination and are actively demonstrating innovative approaches to sustainable business and providing practical examples of sustainability in action.
If you are interested in finding out more about our programs or would like to help out then please do get in touch with us.
EMBEDDING THE 4Cs INTO BUSINESS
Conservation
Nikoi and Cempedak Private Islands partnered with Conservation International to create a local NGO which helped establish a 138,500-ha Marine Protected Area. Zero-waste operations through responsible sourcing and innovative waste management solutions.
Energy, water and waste are all kept far below industry standards due to conscious design and operations.
Community
Approximately 16,000 people in Bintan and its surrounding islands have been positively impacted by Nikoi’s operations.
The Island Foundation, founded by Nikoi’s owners, has provided education to over 3,000 children and trained more than 1,500 local teachers.
Culture
The Ubah Rumah residency program raises awareness and gives voice to threatened cultures and communities.
Sponsorship of annual jong and kelok boat races safeguard local traditions.
Commerce
Establishment of an internally managed staff savings and loan scheme which offers a lower-cost solution than local banks.
Financially supporting local charities through the Island Club membership program and the organization of fundraising events.