Earth Week Cleanup Marathon
Earth Week Cleanup Marathon - Koh Phangan
Earth Week is here
Around April 22, communities worldwide come together for Earth Day - a global moment to take action for our planet.
With support from Green Goods App micro-grants, we’re pushing forward a cleanup marathon by Clean Phangan - bringing together locals and visitors to create real, visible impact.
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Island Cleanup Day (April 25)
Time: 08:00 – 12:00
Location: Ko Tae Nai (near Thong Sala)
The main event. We head out to a nearby island to clean remote beaches and explore together.
🚤 Fishing Boat Option (Recommended)
Departure point near the ship at 8:00:
Return to Koh Phangan at 14:00 (with collected waste)
📍 If you join later:
You can start from the kayak rental near Hi Jack Bar:
We sponsor for you the kayak rental (conditions: register for event is a must, additionally please leave your email address and name used for registration at the kayak shop)
How to get there:
Drive along the waterfront past the large ship, cross the new bridge, then turn left - you’ll see two bamboo huts (kayak rental spot).
🛶 Other Ways to Join
Swimming (for experienced participants - contact Nikita on Telegram: @pisarev_sky)
What’s Covered (Community-Sponsored)
by Green Goods App funding:
🚤 Boat transport (up to 14 people) - first come first served
🛶 Kayaks sponsored (we encourage pairing up - 2 people per kayak): 4 kayaks for 8 people - first come first served
🧤 Gloves & trash bags provided
🍎 Snacks & water included
We’re organizing simple, practical food for the day - expect things like fruit, bread, water, and light snacks to keep everyone energized.
Feel free to join Green Goods app, DeCleanup Network garden and submit your positive action during event - link to explore garden's future impact. To join, go to Green Goods app, connect with your email (or use other options), open profile and see the list of available gardens.
Help Us Organize Smoothly
To make this work well:
Please arrive on time (08:00) if you want a guaranteed spot on the boat
If you’re kayaking, try to pair up with someone
If you’re participating on your own, price of kayak in that shop is 200 per two people for two hours
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What to bring:
Coral / jungle suitable shoes
Water
Sun protection
Dry bag (recommended)
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What to expect:
A mix of cleanup and exploration - this island is full of hidden spots, wildlife (including flying foxes), and unfortunately, marine waste we’re gradually clearing together.
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Why join?
This is a community-powered action for the planet.
Come for the impact, stay for the experience.