Sustainability at La Flora Khao Lak
Living with Nature
Being surrounded by the sea, tropical gardens and the natural landscapes of Khao Lak reminds us that hospitality and the environment are closely connected.
La Flora’s sustainability approach, Living with Nature, focuses on practical actions within the resort while supporting the community and natural environment around us.
At the heart of this approach is our ZERO Project.
Z - ZERO WASTE
- We work to reduce the amount of waste sent away from the resort through waste sorting and recycling practices in public areas and operational spaces.
- Small actions, when repeated every day, can make a meaningful difference.
E - ENERGY SAVING
- Reducing unnecessary energy use is part of how we operate.
- Initiatives described in La Flora’s sustainability programme include LED lighting, energy-conscious cooling solutions and the use of solar-powered lighting in selected resort areas.
R - REDUCE PLASTIC
Guest room : Guest’s sleep and in-room experience are minimized usage of plastic by replacement of following items
- Glass bottle of drinking water
- Biodegradable plastic bottle for toiletries
- In-room pencil and wooden designed info board
- Reusable laundry bag
- Bio degradable bin bag
- Reusable tote bag for carry off and Eco shopping
Restaurant and Shop : An idea of striving to dine and shop without Plastic foot print are listed as below
- No straw policy (Paper straw is on request)
- Stirrer is made by wood
- Drinking water in glass bottle
- Take away food is contained by paperbox
- Replace plastic bag to paper bag in shop
Public area : Water dispensers are arranged to refill drinking water during guest stay. While our stainless-steels water bottle is provided with friendly cost at our shop, furthermore certain donation to Raks Khaolak foundation is given with every purchase. And usage of Bio degradable bag for entire hotel recycle bin.
O - OUR PLACE CARE
- Monthly Beach cleaning : An idea from alertness of Hotel staff members who are educated in eco-consciousness, join us to volunteer for public beach cleaning on first Friday of each month.
- Under water artificial reef : One of a project of Ruks Khaolak foundation, which was founded by Mr. Sompong Dowpiset (La Flora Group owner). In 2018, 24 demobilized military vehicles are dropped into Andaman ocean, 3 nautical miles from Bang Niang beach as under water museum and artificial reef. Nowadays, the area becomes marine life habitat and famous diving site of Khaolak.
- Organic local spa product : While our guest indulge themselves in treatment by Spa product made by Khaolak’s Local, our community economy is also growing.
- Eco-friendly cleaning product : As a part of CSR, hotel is convinced to never leave an unpleasant chemical residue which causes a negatively impact to environment.
- Maritime Emergency Case Systems (Maritime ECS) : The Floating ambulance is part of the Andaman hub medical network, supporting by Ruk Andaman Foundation (Mr. Sompong Dowpiset is a chairman). Stationing at Surin and Similan island, these 3 boats from Royal Thai Navy have achived in saving tourists from potential drowing incidents.
“YOUR EXPERIENCE WITH US
WILL NOT BE ONLY MEMORABLE BUT SUSTAINABLE.”
Small Choices, Shared Impact
A more sustainable stay is something we create together.
Guests can support simple actions such as reducing unnecessary waste, refilling water, making thoughtful choices during their stay and respecting the beaches, sea and natural surroundings of Khao Lak.
Every small step helps.
Frequently Asked Question
La Flora’s sustainability approach is called Living with Nature and is organised around the ZERO framework: Zero Waste, Energy Saving, Reduce Plastic and Our Place Care.
The resort programme includes measures such as glass drinking-water bottles, reusable bags, paper packaging, wooden stirrers and public water refill points.
Yes. Waste sorting and segregation are included in the Zero Waste initiative.
The existing sustainability programme describes regular staff participation in beach-cleaning activities.
The programme includes the use of locally produced spa products and participation in wider community and environmental initiatives.
Guests can help by reducing waste, reusing and refilling where possible, and treating Khao Lak’s beaches and natural surroundings with care.
