The Datai Pledge

Our Datai Pledge festival drew to a magical close on its final evening in the rainforest filled with unforgettable moments. Among the day’s highlights were Mysterious Mangrove, a serene kayaking journey with our naturalist, the 'Fintastic Marine Mammals' activity book session by , and hands-on creative workshops with local artisan . ⁠
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The celebration culminated in an exquisite Finale Gala Dinner at The Beach Club, elegantly emceed by Malaysian TV host . The evening was further enriched with heartfelt speeches by The Datai Pledge Ambassador and Conde Nast sustainability editor , The Datai Pledge Conservation Consultant , and CEO of Datai Hotels and Resort, Arnaud Girodon. Guests were treated to an elaborate six-hands dinner crafted by our resident chefs together with special guest chef Jack Weldie of KL , and a fundraising auction to garner support for initiatives and partners of The Datai Pledge.⁠
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The night unfolded with dynamic performances by , followed by local students from SMK Rapat Setia, who took to the stage with a vibrant Dikir Barat performance – a traditional Kelantanese choral art form featuring group singing, rhythmic handclapping, and synchronised seated movements. The evening reached its crescendo with a headline performance by renowned Sarawakian sape player and singer – a meaningful close to a week dedicated to honouring the connection between humans and nature.⁠
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Here’s a glimpse into the festival’s finale night. ⁠
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Click the link below to discover what was celebrated at ⁠⁠https://www.thedatai.com/events-and-occasions/the-datai-pledge-festival-2026/