Making an
impact with collaboration
The leap of faith
At Nereus, we believe that real change begins when vision is shared. This journey started with a deep love for the ocean and a single idea that stories, when rooted in science and empathy, can shift perspectives. But to turn that idea into impact, we had to leap to trust, to collaborate, and to grow with those who see the ocean not just as a destination, but as a living system that needs our voice. Partnering with like-minded individuals and organizations is how we amplify the message to educate, to inspire, and to conserve. Because when we move together, we evolve together just like life once did, from the sea to the world.
“After living for nearly 100 years, I now understand the most important place is not on land, but at the SEA”
- SIR DAVID ATTENBOROUGH
“After years of building something special, life pushed me in a new direction and I followed. Wonders of Nature was born from my love for South Africa’s wild heart: the sardine run, the sharks, the Big Five. This isn’t about dive courses or scripted safaris, it’s about raw, powerful experiences that stay with you forever. I’ve seen how nature changes people, and that’s what I want to share. Partnering with Nereus is a natural fit we both believe in honest, unfiltered adventure that connects people back to the wild.”
Nicki Gibson - 20 years of experience in dive travel industry, Founder, WondersofNatures
“Illi is the founder of Mālama Earthventures, where her love for the ocean comes to life through eco-minded, tailor-made dive adventures and orca expeditions. With years of travel and diving experience and active involvement in marine conservation projects, she creates meaningful journeys that inspire a deeper connection with nature, local communities, and ourselves”
Illi - Founder, malama-earthventures
“After over two decades in these waters, I’ve seen how the ocean changes and how it changes us. Diving isn’t just about what we see underwater, it’s about what we understand. The whale sharks of South Ari, the vibrant reefs, the quiet rhythms of marine life they all have stories to tell. Our job is to listen, to learn, and to guide others to do the same. With Nereus, we’re creating space for that where exploration meets purpose, and diving becomes a way to protect what we love”
Hasrath Hatthu - Founder, DiveClubMaldives & WhaleSharkBoutique