Join
International Volunteer HQ, the world’s leading volunteer travel organization, and support the
Forest Conservation Volunteer Project in Madagascar.
On this program, you will assist with research that contributes to the protection and preservation of flora and fauna in forests on the small island of Nosy Komba. Volunteers gain conservation experience by hiking through the forests monitoring wildlife, conducting surveys and collating data that will be used to develop conservation plans for the long-term sustainability of Nosy Komba.
Volunteers are accommodated in locally built open-air huts on Nosy Komba and can expect to share a hut with up to five other volunteers of the same gender.
The program has
start dates on the first and third Monday of the month throughout the year.
This program ranges from 1-12 weeks. Your fully-hosted experience includes airport pick-up, orientation, accommodation, meals and 24/7 support. Detailed pricing information for your duration is available
on our website.
Your Impact
The forest on Nosy Komba is home to much of the iconic wildlife that Madagascar is renowned for, and offers a unique environment for you to be based in as a volunteer. Unfortunately, many native species in Madagascar are threatened, often due to habitat destruction through deforestation and increasing human development. As a Forest Conservation volunteer, you’ll help with research projects that study and monitor the diversity and population of different animal species on Nosy Komba. The research enables the identification of changes in forest dynamics, populations, habitat health, and potential localized threats, all of which is invaluable in contributing to the protection of the highly threatened Sambirano forests found in Northwest Madagascar.
Forest Conservation duties can vary but often include:
- Monitoring and assessing lemurs, reptiles and birds
- Spending time in the forest working with specialized equipment
- Conducting field surveys
- Setting up equipment
- Collating data
- Forest clean-ups
- Teaching locals about conservation
- Forest replanting
- Working with local farmers to help improve farming techniques and minimize further destruction of the forest
Program Highlights
IVHQ’s Madagascar programs are available year-round, starting on the first and third Monday of each month.
IVHQ provides the most affordable and
top-rated programs. Detailed pricing available for your duration on
our website.
You’ll be joining a global network of 123,000+ volunteers backed by the world’s leading team of volunteer travel experts with an outstanding safety system and track record.
Support impact-driven volunteer projects run by locals within your host community.
Academic credit available for all experiences with 45 hours or more through our School of Record with University of Montana that you can apply towards your degree at your home institution.
Flexible booking and free changes so you can register with confidence.
How to Apply
- Select your start date & duration: All IVHQ volunteer programs are available year-round and you can choose to volunteer for durations on this program ranging from 1 to 12 weeks.
- Complete your registration: After you have been accepted on your chosen program, you can secure your place by paying the Registration Fee.
- Pay your Program Fee: This is only due 30 days before your program starts.
Need to make changes to your booking? You can make free unlimited changes to your destination, project and dates up until 14 days before you start.
