Volunteering in Madagascar

Not only are animal species threatened. Mangrove forests growing in the tropical coastal region are also disappearing. Mangrove forests are threatened primarily by the development of urban areas and overfishing. Many mangroves have also been converted into rice plantations or areas for salt production. This problem is being addressed through special programs designed to preserve and cultivate new mangrove forests in Madagascar. Your volunteer work will not only comprise of hands on work with planting, but also developing and managing events to create greater environmental awareness among the inhabitants of the island.

Nosy is an island off the northwest coast of Madagascar. Nosy Be is Madagascar's largest and busiest tourist destination. It has an area of 320.02 square kilometers and its population was estimated at 73,010. Nosy Be means "big island" in the Malagasy language. The island was called Assada during the early colonial era of the 17th century.

Here you’ll find volcanic lakes, lemurs, rum distilleries, Ylang Ylang plantations and breathtaking coral reefs that are practically begging to be explored. In May, come to experience the four-day Donia Music Festival. Perfectly located on the Indian Ocean between Africa and Asia, Nosy-Be evokes feelings of discovery and adventure, the rich and endemic biodiversity will have begging for more. There are many spots that are perfect for ones who seek a golden opportunity to swim among turtles, stingrays or manta rays.