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Program Overview

Volunteer on the picturesque, African island of Madagascar! Participants in this program work closely with the country’s most iconic species - the lemur. Lemurs are currently on the list of endangered primates, and many are illegally kept as pets. This sanctuary has rescued many lemurs. Unfortunately, they can’t be returned to the wild due to their captive upbringing.

As a volunteer, you will help enhance the lives of lemurs at this sanctuary. Be a part of this rewarding program to work hands-on with and to help lemurs!

Please take note of this project's minimum requirements:
Basic level of English
Love of animals
Police clearance
Minimum age of 18 (Exception: Those aged 16 and 17 may apply with a chaperone)

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Program Highlights

Work closely with African lemurs and contribute to conservation efforts.
Prepare food and hand-feed the lemurs.
Gain experience working with animals.
Make friends with fellow volunteers.
Explore Madagascar's amazingly diverse landscapes during your free time.

What's Included

Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
Pre-Departure Orientation
On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
In-Country Orientation

Program Details

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Locations

  • Nosy Be, Madagascar

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered
  • Year Round

Eligible Nationalities

  • All Nationalities

Education Levels & Language

  • Language
  • English
  • Education
  • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Accommodation Options

  • Group living
  • Guest House

Application Procedures

  • Online Application
  • Disciplinary Clearance Form

Age Requirement

18+

Duration

  • 2-4 Weeks
  • Short Term
  • 1-3 Months
  • After College
  • Career Break / Mid-Career
  • During College
  • Post High School

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Callie BelskisJuly 2019

Memorable

The friendships and weekend adventures to local islands were very memorable, but I thoroughly enjoyed my volunteering with the lemurs. The local staff of Green Lion were very helpful and GoEco kept in contact with me the entire experience. This was a very memorable program set in a beautiful location, not everyone can say they have been to Madagascar! The other volunteers were doing other projects which if I wanted to was able to join which was a nice way to learn about the community.

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Recognitions & Awards

Awards and accreditations earned by this provider

Top Rated Provider Volunteer Abroad 2025
Innovative Volunteer Abroad Program
GoAbroad Innovation Awards 2024 Finalist - Intern Abroad Program
Top Rated Provider 2023 - Notable Mention
Innovation in Sustainability Finalist 2022
Innovation in Sustainability 2021 Finalist
Innovative New Program Volunteer Abroad 2020 Finalist
2019 Notable Mentions
GoAbroad Innovative New Program - Volunteer Abroad
GoAbroad Top Rated Organization 2017 (Notable Mention)
Global Youth Travel Awards 2018
GoAbroad Top Volunteer Abroad Organization 2018
World Youth Student & Educational Travel Confederation

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