• Life On Land

Lemur and Wildlife Conservation Expedition

location
2 - 12 weken  ·  Leeftijd 18 - 50+
rating  Uitstekend 4.8  · 
  Geverifieerd door Volunteer World
  Zeer hoog Responsgraad
Hoogste Kwaliteit Vrijwilligersproject. Dit project biedt de hoogste kwaliteit die normen stelt - ver boven het gemiddelde.

Highlights

  • Conduct surveys to safeguard critically endangered lemurs. Record data on population density, feeding habits and food abundance.
  • Support conservation of rare and endangered species, including black lemurs, panther chameleons and dwarf chameleons.
  • Experience three diverse, species-rich ecosystems – rainforest, ocean, and tropical coast – in one location.

Highlights

  • Conduct surveys to safeguard critically endangered lemurs. Record data on population density, feeding habits and food abundance.
  • Support conservation of rare and endangered species, including black lemurs, panther chameleons and dwarf chameleons.
  • Experience three diverse, species-rich ecosystems – rainforest, ocean, and tropical coast – in one location.
  • Conduct biodiversity forest surveys, focusing on key populations of amphibians, birds, mammals and reptiles.
  • Conduct bird point counts to evaluate the resident and transient bird species within the reserve, contributing to bird conservation efforts.

    • Vooral geschikt voor

    Leeftijd 18+
    Alleenstaanden
    Koppels
    Groepen
    50+

    Over het programma

    Travel to the tropical island of Nosy Be to contribute to critical conservation initiatives. 🏝️

    On this lemur and wildlife conservation expedition in Madagascar, you'll play a vital role in safeguarding the island's rare and critically endangered lemur species. Your base at Lokobe National Park, the last remaining old-growth rainforest on Nosy Be, offers a captivating setting for your ...

    Over het programma

    On this lemur and wildlife conservation expedition in Madagascar, you'll play a vital role in safeguarding the island's rare and critically endangered lemur species. Your base at Lokobe National Park, the last remaining old-growth rainforest on Nosy Be, offers a captivating setting for your conservation efforts. Led by Madagascar National Parks, you'll focus on understanding the behaviour and ecology of endangered lemurs, including the Nosy Be mouse lemur and the exclusive Hawks' sportive lemur found only in Lokobe Reserve. Conduct surveys day and night, tracking lemur populations and documenting the diverse forest inhabitants, from panther chameleons to tiny frogs.

    Off the east coast of Africa lies our Madagascar research station, set on the island of Nosy Be in the Indian Ocean. Our newly constructed base camp is powered in part by solar energy and crafted from locally sourced sustainable materials. Located within the Lokobe National Park, our hub embraces Nosy Be's diverse ecosystems, blending marine and terrestrial environments for a unique conservation experience.

    Dagelijkse activiteiten

    Contribute to impactful projects, from morning hikes to afternoon workshops. Wrap it up with fun activities or just chill with your fellow participants.

    Example of a typical day:

    06:30 Have breakfast with the team, followed by the daily update.

    07:00 Hike through the nearby forest to gather data on key ...

    Dagelijkse activiteiten

    Contribute to impactful projects, from morning hikes to afternoon workshops. Wrap it up with fun activities or just chill with your fellow participants.

    Example of a typical day:

    06:30 Have breakfast with the team, followed by the daily update.

    07:00 Hike through the nearby forest to gather data on key species and biodiversity.

    12:30 Group lunch with delicious Malagasy meals prepared by a local cook.

    13:00 Attend training on conservation or communities.

    15:30 Continue project tasks, conduct environmental workshops, or teach English to the local community.

    18:00 Share a meal, discuss the day’s work and its impact on the environment and local community.

    19:30 Time to Wind down, socialise with new friends, or take part in nocturnal surveys.

    Vrijetijdsactiviteiten

    Soak up the laid-back vibes on the sheltered beach, where you can swim, snorkel and explore vibrant corals alongside tropical fish, sea turtles and dolphins. Experience the local culture at village markets and quaint cafes. Take a scenic hike to Mont Passot for breathtaking views and indulge in ...

    Vrijetijdsactiviteiten

    Soak up the laid-back vibes on the sheltered beach, where you can swim, snorkel and explore vibrant corals alongside tropical fish, sea turtles and dolphins. Experience the local culture at village markets and quaint cafes. Take a scenic hike to Mont Passot for breathtaking views and indulge in whale-watching (June-September). Unwind on the golden beaches, venture to Nosy Iranja, explore sacred sites and uncover the wonders of Lokobe National Park. For an added dose of adventure, consider extending your journey to South Africa, Seychelles and nearby gems like Nosy Sakatia and Nosy Komba.

    Every four weeks, you can enjoy cultural immersion through GVI Experiences. These are included in your program at no extra cost.

    Examples of activities may include: 

    • Take Malagasy lessons.
    • Explore the cascades of Nosy Be.
    • Snorkel in a marine wonderland.
    • Sunset from Mont Passot.
    • Sleepover in Lokobe National Park

    Voorwaarden

    Voorwaarden

    Minimum leeftijd: 18 jaar

    Om deel te nemen aan het programma dien je tenminste 18 jaar oud te zijn op de startdatum van het programma. Er kunnen uitzonderingen gemaakt worden indien je een bewijs van toestemming kan aantonen van uw wettelijke voogd(en) of samen met je ouders deelneemt.

    Taalkennis

    Je dient over volgende taalkennis te beschikken Engels (basis niveau)

    Bewijs van goed gedrag en zeden

    verplicht

    Vereiste documenten

    Passport copy and Medical form

    Nationaliteitsbeperkingen

    Geen beperkingen. Helpende handen van over de hele wereld zijn welkom.

    Andere vaardigheden

    No skills required, all training is provided online 8 weeks prior to your program start date.

    Tijdsinzet

    Uw helpende hand wordt verwacht op maandag, dinsdag, woensdag, donderdag en vrijdag

    Diensten ingesloten

    Diensten ingesloten

    Diensten door GVI

    WHAT'S INCLUDED

    • 24-hour emergency phone
    • 24-hour in-country support
    • Access to alumni services and discounts
    • Airport pickup (unless otherwise stated)
    • All necessary project equipment and materials
    • All necessary project training by experienced staff
    • Location orientation
    • Long term experienced staff
    • Meals while on project (except on work placements for long-term internships)
    • Safe and basic accommodations (usually shared)
    • Welcome meeting

    WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED

    • Additional drinks and gratuities
    • Extra local excursions
    • Flights
    • International and domestic airport taxes
    • Medical and travel insurance
    • Personal items and toiletries
    • Police or background check
    • Visa costs (where necessary)

    Afhaal aan de luchthaven op Fascene Airport

    Airport pickups are provided from Fascene airport on Nosy Be within a specific window of time.

    Accomodatie

    Stay just steps away from the beach in dorm-style rooms with shared bathrooms, powered by solar energy. While conditions are basic, they offer comfort, and you'll find ample space for workshops, research or relaxation. Our base fosters a family-like environment, sharing cooking and tidying duties among staff and participants on a rotating basis. Accommodation upgrades are available at a nearby guesthouse, a brief drive from our base. These single occupancy rooms offer a double bed, Wi-Fi, a fan and a private en-suite bathroom with hot water. Enjoy a swimming pool and restaurant, although meals are complimentary at the base.


    Eten & Drank

    All meals are provided and participants take it in turn to prepare meals for the group. In Madagascar, the local diet is mainly centred around rice and beans. A typical main meal includes rice, seasonal veggies in sauce, and occasional meat. They often use locally made chilli sauce for flavour, and fruits like mangoes, pineapples, watermelons and lychees are readily available.

    Internet toegang

    Beperkte toegang op de project site

    Wat is er NIET inbegrepen?

    Wat is er NIET inbegrepen?

    Vlucht tickets

    De dichtste luchthaven is Fascene Airport (NOS) in Nossi-be. We assisteren u met het vinden van goedkope vluchten naar Madagaskar. VIND GOEDKOPE VLUCHTEN

    Reisverzekering

    Naar het buitenland reizen is een avontuur en het is best om goed voorbereid te zijn. Plots ziek worden of gewond raken, annulaties of diefstal - een reisverzekering voor Madagaskar biedt zekerheid en is een meerwaarde. KRIJG EEN OFFERTE

    Vaccinaties

    Als je de intentie hebt om als vrijwilliger aan de slag te gaan in Madagaskar dien je eerst medisch advies in te winnen alvorens je eropuit trekt. Kijk de benodigde vaccinaties na voor Madagaskar. VACCINATIE CHECKER

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    Programmakosten

    2 weken (min. verblijf) 1.645€
    4 weken 2.545€
    6 weken 3.345€
    8 weken 3.895€
    10 weken 4.495€
    12 weken (max. verblijf) 5.195€
    Gemiddelde kosten 627€/week

    Programmakosten

    627€ per week 2 - 12 weken Leeftijd 18 - 50+

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    Duurtijd

    2 - 12 weken

    Waarborg

    De waarborg dient om je plek als vrijwilliger te verzekeren. Betalingen worden door PayPal behandeld, onze betrouwbare betalingsprovider. Indien je niet over een PayPal account beschikt, kan je ook met een credit kaart betalen.

    Finale betaling

    Uw finale betaling zal worden goedgekeurd door GVI gedurende de aanmeld procedure. Veel voorkomende oplossingen zijn een banktransfer of contante betaling op de projectsite.

    Ontmoet je organisatie

    GVI

    Uitstekend 4.8 rating (221 beoordelingen)

    Agentschap - opgericht in 1998

    Geverifieerd door Volunteer World

      Zeer hoog Responsgraad

    Gepresenteerd door

    Bianca

    Gesproken talen: Engels

    Over de organisatie

    GVI tackles critical local and global issues by operating award-winning education and training programs on sustainable development projects around the world.

    Ontmoet je organisatie

    Founded in 1998, GVI runs programs in 21 locations, in 13 countries around the world, each manned by our own staff and aligned to the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals or UN SDGs as well as the objectives of local partners. We welcome participants from all around the world and help facilitate their development into global citizens. This is how we achieve our mission of building a global network of people united by their passion to make a difference.


    We are truly a global family brought together by our dedication to long-term positive impact. At the root of our success is our commitment to investing in authentic, meaningful connections with one another, which is why mutual respect and trust are central to our operations. Although we respond with empathy to difficult situations, we believe that most circumstances can benefit from taking a light-hearted approach. By sharing stories of local achievement with our teams worldwide we build the momentum to catapult us toward our vision for the future.

    221 beoordelingen · rating4.8

    I loved my experience with GVI Madagascar! I spent 4 weeks on the island of Nosy Be Madagascar with the conservation program. At the Nosy Be program the conservation team and the community team are located at the same base so it was fun to see what the community team did too. For conservation we did ...
    Amazing people that ran the place. Had a great connection with the community around the base and was well set up. The people in Madagascar are the nicest people and their culture is amazing which made the experience so ...
    One of the most incredible places I've visited with amazing people both on and off base! You have so many opportunities to see incredibly rare wildlife and learn about the local community. My 3 months here have been well spent discovering parts of the island and mainland during the weekends and ...
    Pam Parkes rating5

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    GVI was one of the best experiences of my life, i was a participant on the U18 costa rica trip! This program allowed me to interact with new people and make lifelong friendships, but also i was able to experience a new culture and be up close to a wide range of wildlife. If you are reading this and ...
    Mary Christensen rating5

    2024 at Community Development Internship

    GVI is a passionate organization that works diligently to promote life long learners and explorers. As an intern with GVI, I was able to explore the culture of my country of choice, serve a purpose greater than myself, and meet friends all around the world. I highly recommend this program to anyone ...

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