Nurdle Hunt: Protect Marine Life from Microplastics
Suitable Age: 4 years and above

*Note: The minimum age might be adjusted if parents/guardians are joining.

Min Capacity: 15 students per trip
Max Capacity: 30 students per trip

Join the critical mission to protect UAE beaches and marine animals by hunting for nurdles – tiny plastic pellets that pose a big threat to our oceans. These microplastics are often mistaken for food and ingested by marine animals, causing serious harm. By collecting nurdles and recording data, students help reduce microplastic pollution and protect marine ecosystems.

Students will:
✅ Search for and collect nurdles along the beach
✅ Learn how nurdles contribute to plastic pollution
✅ Contribute data to national efforts that track microplastic hotspots

🌊 Why it matters
Nurdles are pre-production plastic pellets – the raw material for nearly all plastic products. Though tiny, they are the second largest source of microplastic litter on beaches worldwide (by weight). Marine animals often mistake them for food, leading to injury or death. By hunting and removing nurdles, students play a hands-on role in ocean conservation.

🌿 What students will learn

• The impact of microplastics on marine life and ecosystems
• The connection between nurdles and global plastic pollution
• How small actions can contribute to large-scale environmental change

🛠️ How students will help

• Collect nurdles from UAE beaches
• Record findings to help identify pollution hotspots
• Support national clean-up and conservation initiatives

🎒 Packing list

• Hat and sunscreen
• Sports or casual clothes
• Comfortable shoes suitable for outdoor activities
• Reusable water bottle
• Snacks

📦 A full pre-trip kit will be shared upon booking to help your students get ready for the experience!