Investing where Happiness meets impact.

Investing where Happiness meets impact.

Kawakaari is a Singapore-based family office creating a portfolio of boutique experiences that bring people together — and do good for the planet.

Our Approach

Our Approach

Discover

Identify operators whose craft, community ethos, and sustainability goals align with being the best at what they do

Nurture

Build for the long run: leadership, teams, community impact, and environmental outcomes alongside performance.

Collaborate

Combine capital, advisory, and a global network to accelerate thoughtful, values-aligned growth

Our Vision

Our Vision

We believe the future of world-class experiences lies in human connection, in awe-inspiring environments, and in sustainability that leaves the world better than we found it.

Born from the family behind the worlds #1 waterpark a global leader in sustainability and on track to be net-zero by 2030 Kawakaari continues this legacy of innovation and impact

Our Values

Our Values

Human Connection

We design for emotion, community, and belonging

Sustainability

Every decision advances a regenerative future.

Craftsmanship

Obsess over details; earn trust through excellence

Integrity

Move with clarity, fairness, and long-term intent

Joy

Happiness is our ultimate KPI

Our Focus

We partner with visionary operators, creators, and investors shaping the next generation of experiential, real-world brands.

From intimate waterparks to wilderness lodges and immersive cultural experiences we support boutique, best-in-the-world concepts that turn moments into memories and places into stories.

Whether through consultancy or capital, Kawakaari helps founders and operators scale sustainably building enduring experiences that bring people closer to nature, culture, and each other.

Our Focus

We partner with visionary operators, creators, and investors shaping the next generation of experiential, real-world brands.

From intimate waterparks to wilderness lodges and immersive cultural experiences we support boutique, best-in-the-world concepts that turn moments into memories and places into stories.

Whether through consultancy or capital, Kawakaari helps founders and operators scale sustainably building enduring experiences that bring people closer to nature, culture, and each other.

Our Focus

We partner with visionary operators, creators, and investors shaping the next generation of experiential, real-world brands.

From intimate waterparks to wilderness lodges and immersive cultural experiences we support boutique, best-in-the-world concepts that turn moments into memories and places into stories.

Whether through consultancy or capital, Kawakaari helps founders and operators scale sustainably building enduring experiences that bring people closer to nature, culture, and each other.

A Record of Recognition

A Record of Recognition

Awards earned over time through consistent care, craft, and responsibility.

2010

EarthCheck Bronze

Tri Hita Karana Silver

2011

EarthCheck Bronze
Tri Hita Karana Gold
World Waterpark Association Industry Leadership Award

2012

EarthCheck Silver
Tri Hita Karana Emerald

2013

EarthCheck Silver
Tri Hita Karana Emerald
Sapta Pesona Award

2014

EarthCheck Gold
Tri Hita Karana Emerald
TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice #1 Waterpark in Asia

2015

EarthCheck Gold
Tri Hita Karana Platinum I
TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice #1 Waterpark in Asia

2016

EarthCheck Gold
Tri Hita Karana Platinum II
TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice #1 Waterpark in Asia

2017

TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice #1 Waterpark in Asia
Tri Hita Karana Platinum III
World Travel Awards Asia’s Leading Waterpark & World Nominee

2018

TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice #1 Waterpark in Asia
Tri Hita Karana Super Platinum I
World Travel Awards Asia’s Leading Waterpark
UNFCCC Carbon Neutral Certified

2019

The Yak Awards Best Brand Award & Yak Man of the Year Nominee
Tri Hita Karana Super Platinum II
World Travel Awards Asia’s Leading Waterpark
UNFCCC Carbon Neutral Certified
PATA Gold Awards Environment: Corporate Environmental Programme

2020

TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice #1 Waterpark in Asia
World Travel Awards Asia & World Nominee: Leading Waterpark
UNFCCC Carbon Neutral Certified

2021

The Yak Awards BaliFIB40 “Eco-Conscious” Award
World Travel Awards Asia & World Nominee: Leading Waterpark

2022

TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice #1 Waterpark in Asia
World Travel Awards Asia & World Nominee: Leading Waterpark
Tri Hita Karana Super Platinum II

2023

TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice #1 Waterpark in Asia
Tri Hita Karana Super Platinum III
PATA Gold Awards Grand Award in Sustainability & Social Responsibility
SBTi Approved Carbon Reduction Program
Global Tourism Plastics Initiative Signatory
EY Entrepreneur of the Year Finalist (Sayan Gulino, CEO)

2024

TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice #1 Waterpark in Asia
World Travel Awards Asia’s Leading Waterpark & World Nominee
Tri Hita Karana Super Platinum IV
The Punch Sustainability Awards Sustainable Business of the Year & Impact Hero of the Year
Best of Indonesia Attractions Klook Partner Awards

2025

Responsible Tourism Awards Managing Waste Responsibly (Silver)

TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best #3 Amusement & Water Parks in the World

Honeycombers Readers’ Choice Awards Best Sustainable Brand in Bali

PATA Gold Award Best Climate Action Initiative

SKÅL Sustainability Award Educational and Social Programs

World Travel Awards Asia’s Leading Waterpark

The Punch Awards Sustainable Business of the Year

If you’re building something remarkable — something that connects people, inspires joy, and leaves the world better than you found it — we’d love to hear from you.

We would love to hear from you

Prospective team members — inspired by our mission and looking to build alongside us

Investors / co-investors — aligned with happiness, craftsmanship, and long-term impact

Founders / operators — seeking consultancy or capital to make your experience truly world-class

Partners — working across hospitality, real estate, outdoor adventure, F&B, or immersive experiences.

If you’re building something remarkable — something that connects people, inspires joy, and leaves the world better than you found it — we’d love to hear from you.

We would love
to hear from you

Prospective team members — inspired by our mission and looking to build alongside us

Investors / co-investors — aligned with happiness, craftsmanship, and long-term impact

Founders / operators — seeking consultancy or capital to make your experience truly world-class

Partners — working across hospitality, real estate, outdoor adventure, F&B, or immersive experiences.

© 2025. Kawakaari — Designing happiness, sustainably