We urge you to read ‘Zeavola's Little Green Book’, it is full of useful information on the development of the resort over the last 11 years, under general manager Florian Hallermann. You can find the book for sale through this greenbook
The Phi Phi Islands: a potted history of the area and the islands.
The Andaman coast formed over 200 million years ago. The sea levels were 300 metres higher than they are now, and the limestone karsts seen around this region are moulded from trillions upon trillions of small marine creatures – namely corals, crustaceans and other fossilised critters. Limestone is relatively soft, hence the forever-changing scenery and towering castles in the sea. The islands are a small cluster of spectacular karsts that fall within the province of Krabi. Koh Phi Phi Don is by far the largest island and is inhabited by approximately 3000 people whose past was not reported in history books until the late 1940's when nomadic fishermen began to plant their roots, or at least their fishing boats, to take advantage of the flourishing virgin sea life.
Koh Phi Phi Don has changed face a couple of times in recent years, firstly by becoming a coconut plantation, then followed in the early noughties by gaining a reputation as a tourist bucket-list destination following the making of the celebrated film ‘The Beach' on neighbouring Koh Phi PhiLeh. However, destruction to the once glorious Maya Bay has been caused by thousands of day-trippers, litter, pollution and boat damage and marine experts suggest that 80% of the coral reefs surrounding this bay have suffered mass destruction. As a result, Maya Bay has, thankfully, now closed indefinitely, and tourists are no longer permitted to step foot on this section of the island, allowing its spectacular nature and ecosystem to recover. Indeed, within months of closing, reef sharks are again in abundance. The closure is excellent news for residents of Zeavola, as peace reigns once more; it is back to nature and barefoot luxury. Guests of the resort can take a boat to the protected perimeter of the bay, where they will be able to capture the Instagram photo of a lifetime: ‘The Beach' as seen by Leonardo DiCaprio in the famous film from 2000.
To continue in this vein of protection, Zeavola and the team needs to harness nature so that we don't take too much away from her.
Our environmental sustainability objectives aim to:
The team members play a crucial role in the sustainability of Zeavola
Hazardous material
We believe in treating all people equally, with the same level of respect and dignity regardless of race, color, nationality...
Reduce ednergy consumption through implementation of energy efficient devices in all aspects of the operation.
Foster the local community and respect their ways of life. Support the local school with Friday lunch sessions within the School year.