As more destinations across the globe turn their focus to eco-tourism,
Atlantis Paradise Island continues to lead the charge toward a sustainable future in The Bahamas. For more than 25 years, we have actively conserved ecosystems, protected wildlife, and tangibly executed social responsibility initiatives.
A global leader in marine animal rescue, research & rehabilitation
Dedicated to protecting, preserving & improving the environment
Championing sustainable tourism
Tomorrow begins with what we do today. That's why for nearly three decades, Atlantis Paradise Island has been at the forefront of protecting, preserving, and improving the natural world – both above and below the sea.
Here, guests and the environment coexist in harmony. Every decision we make is guided by our current and future environmental, social, and economic impacts.
As a fierce leader for the health of ocean habitats and ecosystems, Atlantis reduces its carbon footprint through reusable programs & the elimination of single-use plastic bottles, styrofoam containers, utensils, and single-use plastic bags.
Balloons are not permitted on Atlantis’ property as part of our commitment to protect our marine habitats and wildlife.
Balloons can accidentally end up being ingested by marine animals, littering our beautiful beaches, and polluting the ocean.
Read on to learn more about our different initiatives including:
- Atlantis Blue Project Foundation
- Environmental Initiatives
- Rescue & Rehabilitation
- Endangered Species
- Conservation
Founded in 2005 by Atlantis Paradise Island, the Atlantis Blue Project Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization that sustains, protects, and supports marine species and their habitats throughout The Bahamas and surrounding Caribbean seas. Atlantis Blue Project supports scientific research, conservation programs, and community outreach efforts that are funded through guest participation in the resort’s marine interactions and experiences.
We are a global leader in marine animal research and the rescue and rehabilitation of marine life throughout the Caribbean. We fiercely advocate for the health of ocean habitats and ecosystems. We actively contribute to scientific research, conservation, and education programs in the Caribbean and other parts of the world.
Every day, we make responsible corporate decisions that will have long-term positive impacts on our environment — and we encourage all those around us to do the same.
Discover some of the significant ways we're protecting our oceans, from the creation of Dolphin Cay, one of the largest and most sophisticated marine-mammal habitats in the world, to helping restore local mangrove forests and wetlands in places such as Lake Victoria in Exuma.
Protecting marine species and ecosystems remains a top priority for Atlantis. We care for over 250 species of animals in their marine habitats throughout the property — and Atlantis has rescued, rehabilitated, and reintroduced 160 animals back into their natural environments.
In partnership with the Bahamas National Trust and The Nature Conservancy, the Atlantis Blue Project helped increase marine park boundaries on the west side of Andros Island from 185,000 acres to 1.4 million acres of pristine marine habitat.
The Atlantis Blue Project Foundation also worked with the Perry Institute for Marine Science to replenish and protect reef areas and coral settlements, especially those that were adversely affected by Hurricane Matthew.
Atlantis has helped restore local mangrove forests and wetlands in places such as Lake Victoria in Exuma.
Mangroves are a key component of the Bahamian ecosystem, providing a home for diverse marine species, filtering land-based pollutants, and protecting islands from coastal erosion.
Atlantis has donated more than 7,000 mangrove seedlings for local wetland restoration projects.
Protecting marine species and ecosystems remains a top priority for Atlantis. We care for over 250 species of animals in their marine habitats throughout the property — and Atlantis has rescued, rehabilitated, and reintroduced 160 animals back into their natural environments.
In partnership with the Bahamas National Trust and The Nature Conservancy, the Atlantis Blue Project helped increase marine park boundaries on the west side of Andros Island from 185,000 acres to 1.4 million acres of pristine marine habitat.
The Atlantis Blue Project Foundation also worked with the Perry Institute for Marine Science to replenish and protect reef areas and coral settlements, especially those that were adversely affected by Hurricane Matthew.
Atlantis has helped restore local mangrove forests and wetlands in places such as Lake Victoria in Exuma.
Mangroves are a key component of the Bahamian ecosystem, providing a home for diverse marine species, filtering land-based pollutants, and protecting islands from coastal erosion.
Atlantis has donated more than 7,000 mangrove seedlings for local wetland restoration projects.
Several critically endangered animals, including the great hammerhead shark, green sea turtles, and smalltooth sawfish, are cared for at Atlantis and are part of the AZA Species Survival Plan.
The foundation partners with research institutions such as the United States Geological Survey, the Mote Marine Laboratory, and the Chicago Zoological Society to collect and track data from numerous endangered and threatened animals, including manatees, giant manta rays, and dolphins.
An on-site tissue bank allows the team to preserve critical biological samples for future research and histopathology.
After four months of rehabilitation, Governor, a Green Sea Turtle, was released back into the Bahamian Waters
Atlantis is excited to welcome 58 new green turtle hatchlings. These hatchlings will be cared for by the Atlantis team for two to three years.
Did you know that there are over 400 different species of sharks? Seven different species can be found at Atlantis Paradise Island. Sharks are often feared, but in reality they have more to fear from humans and are important to the marine ecosystem.
Atlantis is the first and only facility in the world to have reproductive success of the smalltooth sawfish, a critically endangered species.
The smalltooth sawfish is one of the most endangered fish in the world.
After four months of rehabilitation, Governor, a Green Sea Turtle, was released back into the Bahamian Waters
Atlantis is excited to welcome 58 new green turtle hatchlings. These hatchlings will be cared for by the Atlantis team for two to three years.
Did you know that there are over 400 different species of sharks? Seven different species can be found at Atlantis Paradise Island. Sharks are often feared, but in reality they have more to fear from humans and are important to the marine ecosystem.
Atlantis is the first and only facility in the world to have reproductive success of the smalltooth sawfish, a critically endangered species.
The smalltooth sawfish is one of the most endangered fish in the world.
We are proud to be one of the select facilities to be accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), and recently earned the distinction of Global Humane Certified™, the international brand of American Humane, for our high standards of care and animal welfare.
We are also accredited by the Alliance of Marine Mammal Parks and Aquariums, and the International Marine Animal Trainers Association.
These accreditations solidify our commitment to delivering the highest standards of care to more than 250 species of animals at Atlantis Paradise Island, in addition to protecting marine animals and their habitats in the wild.
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