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Volunteer in Forest Conservation in Nosy Komba, Madagascar

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4.3 / 5Overall Rating
7Reviews
2007Year established

Program Overview

Help protect forests and native wildlife through hands-on conservation work and research. You will assist with biodiversity surveys, monitoring animal populations, tracking forest health and collecting data on flora and fauna. Activities often include daytime and night walks in the forest, identifying wildlife species, recording observations, removing invasive plants, helping plant seedlings and m...

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Program Highlights

Programs start every first and third Monday of the month. Duration from 1 to 12 weeks
Includes airport pick up, orientation, accommodation in open-air huts, meals and 24/7 in-country support
Volunteer up to 6 hours per day hiking through forests to monitor wildlife, conduct biodiversity surveys, identify species, collect data and assess forest health
Plant and care for mangrove seedlings, remove invasive plants, build permaculture gardens, forest cleans, and work with local communities on sustainable farming practices
Contribute to long-term conservation of endangered forests and endemic wildlife on Nosy Komba, gain field-research and ecological experience, and immerse yourself in Malagasy nature and culture

What's Included

Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
Pre-Departure Orientation
Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)
In-Country Orientation
On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
Cultural Training / Program / Orientation
Certificate of Completion
Emergency Support

Program Details

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Locations

  • Nosy Be, Madagascar

Types & Subjects

  • Adventure Types
  • Vacation Packages
  • Causes
  • Agriculture
  • Conservation
  • Environment

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered
  • Year Round

Eligible Nationalities

  • All Nationalities
  • This Program is also open to Solo, Group

Education Levels & Language

  • Education
  • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Accommodation Options

  • Dormitory
  • Group living

Application Procedures

  • Written Application

Age Requirement

18-30

Duration

  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 3-6 Months
  • 5-8 Weeks
  • 9-12 Weeks

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This program places you in the forests on Nosy Komba to help with research and conservation aimed at protecting endemic flora and fauna.

  • Monitor wildlife, assess habitat health and collect data for conservation plans.
  • Home to native species threatened by habitat destruction and you’ll contribute to their protection.
  • The research helps guide long-term sustainability efforts for the highly threatened Sambirano forest in Northwest Madagagascar

Recognitions & Awards

Awards and accreditations earned by this provider

Top Rated Provider Volunteer Abroad 2025
2025 Finalist - Innovative Volunteer Abroad Program
Notable Mention - GoAbroad Top Rated Volunteer Abroad Providers 2024
Top Rated Provider 2023 - Volunteer Abroad
Top Rated Volunteer Abroad Organization 2022
Zero Carbon
Notable Mention 2021 - Volunteer Abroad
Innovative New Program – Volunteer Abroad 2021 Finalist
Top Rated Volunteer Abroad Organizations of 2020
Innovative New Program Volunteer Abroad 2020 Finalist
Top Eco-Traveling Enthusiast of 2017 - Sustainable Voluntourism
Certified B Corporation
GoAbroad Top Volunteer Abroad Organization 2018
Innovative Student Video 2020 Finalist
2019 Notable Mentions

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