Inspiring people to make a change, live well, and do good.
Our Story
We are all united by our love of the ocean.
From our various backgrounds in dive tourism, marine conservation and impact investments, we wanted to build a place that combines our passion and our values.
A place that combines sunset beers and a deeper meaning.
A hospitality experience that paves the way to a real connection between people, and to the ocean.
We want to bring the ocean into the concept of “home”.
Because people always protect their home.
About Us
Our Vision
Making an impact by creating sustainable connections between tourism, local communities and the ocean.
Our Mission
Establishing a chain of Eco-Community Ocean Resorts that provide outstanding hospitality experiences, while actively contributing to the well-being of local communities and marine ecosystems through research, education, and direct conservation efforts.
Our Path
Each resort is located in the world’s top dive destinations, with a strong local community, where the need for ocean conservation is evident.
Each resort incorporates eco-friendly accommodations, a restaurant, a dive shop, a retreat center, and a learning facility open to guests and local community members.
While each resort is run as a stand alone operation, the resorts comprise a network which shares guests, operational knowledge, marine research findings and a larger community experience.
Our Core Values
Environmental - each resort operates under sustainable practices defined by the global network. Infrustruce is focused on being energy-efficient, including alternative energy, responsible waste and water management, which can be replicated across the facilities.
Community- uplifting the local community together with local NGO and leaders.
Staff - Local First, creating a fair employment environment, which offers well-paid positions along with vocational training and occupational horizon.
Circular ecosystem - working with local suppliers and contractors who support
ecotourism or sustainable manufacturing.
Knowledge is Power
An onsite exploration center, a place where people meet ideas, collect information for local marine projects, and share the knowledge with local organizations such as NGOs, schools, local governments, etc .
The centers within our network share information to better understand the marine environment, collaborate on joint projects, and implement initiatives on a global scale.
Taking Action
Each resort will incorporate, in addition to the business entity, an inhouse NGO which operates the exploration center.
Taking the knowledge and resources from the exploration center, the NGO initiates and supports local efforts to protect the ocean, such as working with local fishermen, protecting coral reefs, reducing community waste, advocating for marine protected areas, etc.
Sharing the Good
A portion of our profits is donated to the in-house NGO, supporting local initiatives focused on marine conservation and community development, such as leadership development, educational programs, research endeavors, etc.
A Replicable Model
The resorts are a well-being hub which is part of the local ecosystem. A place where travelers and local community members alike connect to the ocean.
We will open a few resorts spread around the equator within developing eras in the next years.
Each resort will incorporate:
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Environmentally friendly infrastructure, combining Local construction methods and materials, with the best solutions regarding water, energy, and waste management systems.
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Eco-friendly accommodations - 24-30 rooms and camping ground, including different levels of comfort - from dormitory to privet beachfront bungalows.
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The onsite restaurant serves healthy food and beverages focusing on the local cuisine to support the overall guest experience.
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An Ocean Center - includes a dive shop offering scuba diving and freediving, along with the local ocean experience available by the place. the Ocean Center will initiate marine conservation projects, with local NGOs and educational institutions
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A retreat center offering soul-fueling activities such as yoga, meditation, and various workshops, from wellness to Permaculture.
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An exploration center open to both guests and local community members, a knowledge hub and a vibrant location to hold music and cultural events.
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Local Tours Center Linking the resort gust to the local community unique experiences offered by the local businesses. The center will have regular activities on a weekly basis, and privet tours for groups and solo travelers.
Projects
Strengthening the community to protect the ocean
A share of our profits is dedicated to leading and supporting local initiatives focused on marine conservation and community development. These initiatives encompass in various ways such as nurturing local leadership, educational programs, research endeavors, and advocating for Marine Protected Areas.
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Meet Our Team
The First Equator Fund is a dynamic team of experienced, passionate individuals dedicated to creating sustainabtainable future through incentivizing the creation and growth of these environmentally conscious projects.
CEO and project leader
Bar Faran
Rising from years under and above the ocean's surface, I believe the ocean takes out the best in ourselves and makes us better people. It is my calling to connect people to the Ocean.
Founder
Issy Eliahu
My life mission is the linking social values with capital to create sustainable platforms that function effectively in vaible societies.
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Co Founder
Ron Weisberg
Connecting people and good vibes, ocean lover and free spirit. Chairman of financial services creating value for all.
FAQ
Ask us anything!
About Us
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Are you an NGO or business?
well, we are both, We believe that businesses can generate major change in their environment, and for that, we opened a Non-profit that will operate our marine conservation and community project. -
If i dont like diving will i have other activities?
We also offer a veriety of lectures, yoga and wellness workshops and tours
About Location
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are you open at the moment?
As for today, we are working on establishing our first location, soon you will hear about it.
