Jean-Michel Cousteau’s Ambassadors of the Environment Program

JEAN-MICHEL COUSTEAU’S AMBASSADORS OF THE ENVIRONMENT PROGRAM DEBUTS TO THE INDIAN OCEAN

or inspiring world leaders such as President George W. Bush to declare a 1,200-mile chain of islands in Northwestern Hawaii as a Marine National Monument, Jean-Michel’s voice has touched many lives, gaining a lifetime of achievements such as the highest French civilian order of distinction, the Chevalier de la Légion D’Honneur, Knight of the Legion of Honor.

This partnership brings an array of exciting experiences and research opportunities to the destination. The Maldives is a rare geographical reserve, featuring a thousand islands with 99% covered by the sea and distinct tropical flora and fauna and unexplored ocean depths. Guests can marvel under the seas, immerse in nature and discover the wonders of the galaxy with Cousteau-trained Naturalists, environmentalists. The Ambassadors of the Environment program connects guests with nature offering an inspiring experience for all generations.

Commenting on the launch of the programme to the Maldives, Dr Richard Murphy states, “The health and richness of the coral reefs and the sustainable infrastructure of the Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands will make this Ambassadors program one of the most exciting and impactful programs we have ever created!”

The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands brings the Ambassadors of the Environment program by Jean-Michel Cousteau’s Ocean Futures Society for the first time to the Indian Ocean.

Founded in 1999, Jean-Michel Cousteau’s Ocean Futures Society is a marine conservation organisation initiated by the first son of the famed ocean explorer Jacques-Yves Cousteau, Jean-Michel Cousteau. Jean-Michel has spent his life exploring and researching nature, seeking the secrets of the planet. He formed the organisation with Dr Richard Murphy, the chief scientist and educator for the Cousteau family, intending to inspire and educate the world to preserve and protect the environment. Jean-Michel strongly believes in connecting humanity and nature.

He has produced over 75 films, many educational programmes and lectures, becoming one of the most recognised names in environmental advocacy in the world. Whether releasing Keiko, the captive killer whale from the movie Free Willy to the ocean

Click on the icon to listen to our latest podcast on this partnership with The Jean-Michel Cousteau’s Ocean Futures Society with Dr Richard Murphy, an American marine ecologist who has worked with the Cousteau family since 1968, and has participated in many expeditions extending his expertise in science, education and documentary.