Serangan Island, Denpasar, Bali has long been known as a natural home for sea turtles that come ashore to lay their eggs. On the night of the full moon, June 8, 2025, two mother turtles landed and laid 116 eggs along the coast of Serangan Beach. This moment served as a powerful reminder of the importance of protecting this coastal ecosystem.  

Over the past year, more than 7,600 turtle eggs were discovered along the Serangan shoreline. Conservation efforts have been carried out collaboratively by the Serangan Traditional Village, the Turtle Conservation and Education Center (TCEC), and various partners, including PT Bali Turtle Island Development (BTID).  

As a result, around 4,000 hatchlings successfully emerged—a hatching rate of over 50%—demonstrating the shared commitment to protecting the survival of this marine species.  

One clear example of support comes from BTID, which helps safeguard nesting turtles by providing facilities, infrastructure, and educational support.  

“BTID’s support in monitoring and conserving turtles in Serangan is extraordinary. They also help direct tourists to TCEC,” said Wayan Patut, a turtle conservation activist in Serangan, on Monday (June 16).  

A Habitat That Must Be Protected  

This moment reinforces the importance of Serangan as a natural habitat for turtles. TCEC plays a critical role in evacuating, protecting, and incubating turtle eggs. Without protection, these eggs are vulnerable to predators, human activity, and extreme weather.  

BTID is also involved in monitoring and safeguarding efforts, helping to ensure the beach remains a safe nesting ground. The nesting season typically runs from June to October, often described as a “homecoming” for the mother turtles.  

“We ensure access and support so the turtles can nest comfortably while protecting Serangan’s coastal area as their natural home,” said a BTID representative.  

BTID recognizes the importance of these moments as part of preserving harmony between nature, humanity, and the divine—a mission they aim to uphold continually. The three common species nesting in Serangan are olive ridley (Lepidochelys olivacea), green (Chelonia mydas), and hawksbill (Eretmochelys imbricata) turtles.  

Positive Impact  

Beyond conservation, the presence of sea turtles brings benefits to Serangan Village. From January to May 2025, TCEC welcomed 11,295 visitors—including locals, students, and tourists. Some even took part in releasing hatchlings to the sea.  

Visitors to Bali are encouraged to stop by TCEC in Serangan for an educational and meaningful conservation experience.  

According to Patut, income from tourism helps support the village’s traditional practices, including rituals at sacred temples on Serangan Island.  

TCEC Chairman I Wayan Indra Lesmana added that the support from stakeholders—government, traditional village, and BTID—has been invaluable. “We can’t protect turtle habitats alone,” he said.  

“Many turtles nest on Serangan beaches within the Kura Kura Bali area, which is managed by BTID. They’ve always facilitated our access, especially since it’s an active development site. We coordinate with their security team, and they consistently support our monitoring and data collection efforts.”  

He also noted that BTID’s support extends to tourism-related moments. “We’re often involved in visitor activities—such as turtle hatchling releases and educational sessions on turtle conservation in Serangan,” he added.  

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