Island Forest Conservation

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1 - 12 uker  ·  Alder 18 - 50+

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Høydepunkter

  • Collect data, identifying potential threats and developing targeted conservation strategies.
  • Stay on a stunning and unique island in Madagascar!!
  • Contribute to the environmental conservation efforts on the island

Høydepunkter

  • Collect data, identifying potential threats and developing targeted conservation strategies.
  • Stay on a stunning and unique island in Madagascar!!
  • Contribute to the environmental conservation efforts on the island
  • Planting and caring for mangrove seedlings
  • Sapling planting, compsting and nursery work


  • Spesielt egnet for

    Alder 18+
    Singler
    Par
    Grupper
    50+

    Om programmet

    The forest program on Nosy Komba, also known as 'Lemur Island,' focuses on various conservation efforts to protect the surrounding forest and its diverse wildlife.

    The forest program on Nosy Komba, also known as ‘Lemur Island,’ focuses on various conservation efforts to protect the surrounding forest and its diverse wildlife. Our approach includes active restoration and sustainable practices through mangrove reforestation, agroforestry, permaculture, and ...

    Om programmet

    The forest program on Nosy Komba, also known as ‘Lemur Island,’ focuses on various conservation efforts to protect the surrounding forest and its diverse wildlife. Our approach includes active restoration and sustainable practices through mangrove reforestation, agroforestry, permaculture, and community education. Through regular monitoring, we study the diversity and abundance of species within the forest, tracking changes in population dynamics and habitat health. This data is essential for identifying potential threats and developing targeted conservation strategies. Our local team collaborates with the National Parks Department of Madagascar, with volunteers assisting in assessing lemur and other species populations in the forests on Nosy Komba and at the renowned Lokobe Forest Reserve on Nosy Be. The data collected is provided to the National Parks.

    Agroforestry
    In partnership with local villages, we are developing an agroforestry project. Volunteers visit plantations and farmers on the island, assisting with harvesting, weeding, and planting. The goal is to learn sustainable agriculture techniques and build connections with the local community. This knowledge is applied to our agroforestry plot, with all produce given to the villagers. Volunteers also work in our agroforest nursery making planters, weeding, watering, and collecting seeds.

    Night Walks
    Some endangered reptile species on the island are nocturnal, so night monitoring is essential. Regular night walks, both near camps and on overnight trips, reveal different species, including leaf-tailed geckos. Volunteers should bring a good rechargeable head torch. Alternate weeks include overnight campouts at either the Church or Baobab on Nosy Komba, with basic accommodation included in the program fee. Every other week, volunteers conduct overnight guided walks in Lokobe Reserve, with basic tented beach camps on the forest edge.

    Mangrove Reforestation
    Volunteers participate in planting native mangrove seedlings along coastal areas to enhance coastal protection and provide habitats for various species. This project aims to reestablish healthy mangrove forests, promoting biodiversity and supporting local livelihoods. Note that this activity is seasonal.

    Invasive Plant Management
    We work to reduce the invasive plant species Lantana Camara on the island, including our agroforest plot. Cleared areas are replanted with tree saplings and native species from our nursery.

    Eco-Bricks and Beach Cleaning
    Collected trash from beach cleans is turned into eco-bricks by cutting and compressing plastics into plastic water bottles. This activity helps combat ocean pollution and provides upcycled materials for construction projects on and off camp.

    *Please note that some activities, especially mangrove planting, are seasonal and may not be available year-round.

    Skills You Will Gain

    • Species identification
    • Data collection
    • Sustainable agriculture techniques
    • Nursery skills
    • Farming practices
    • Identifying and removing invasive plants
    • Native species restoration
    • Planting and caring for mangrove seedlings
    • Permaculture design
    • Diverse crop planting
    • Community teaching
    • Environmental education
    • Upcycling waste
    • Cultural immersion
    Location

    Nosy Komba, a charming island off the northwest coast of Madagascar, is known for its lush greenery, stunning beaches, and vibrant coral reefs. Often referred to as “Lemur Island,” it is home to a thriving population of lemurs that roam freely. The island’s picturesque villages are inhabited by friendly locals who practice traditional Malagasy crafts and fishing. Our location is fairly remote, being a 30 minute hike over rocky terrain or accessible by boat.

    Project Tasks

    • Mangrove reforestation
    • Alien plant removal
    • Seed collection
    • Composting
    • Nursery activities
    • Sapling planting

    Typisk dag

    Each program generally includes morning and afternoon activities. After dinner, we hold a briefing to discuss the activities for the following day.

    NOTE: The schedule may vary widely depending on the project, tides, and other factors for that day.

    Sample Schedule:

    • 06:00-08:00: Breakfast at the camp ...

    Typisk dag

    Each program generally includes morning and afternoon activities. After dinner, we hold a briefing to discuss the activities for the following day.

    NOTE: The schedule may vary widely depending on the project, tides, and other factors for that day.

    Sample Schedule:

    • 06:00-08:00: Breakfast at the camp prepared by our in-house cooks
    • 08:00-11:30: Morning activities on the project
    • 12:00: Lunch at the camp prepared by our in-house cooks
    • 13:30: Afternoon activities on the project
    • 16:00-17:00: Volunteer activities for the day usually conclude
    • 18:00: Dinner at the camp prepared by our in-house cooks
    • 18:45: Board briefing to review activities for the following day

    NOTE: There will be varying amounts of downtime during the listed morning and afternoon program activities depending on the day and project.


    Fritidsaktiviteter

    Volunteers have weekends off and can explore various areas of Nosy Komba and the nearby islands during their free time. While volunteers must organize these trips independently, contact information from past volunteers is available at the camp, providing guidance on how to arrange excursions and ...

    Fritidsaktiviteter

    Volunteers have weekends off and can explore various areas of Nosy Komba and the nearby islands during their free time. While volunteers must organize these trips independently, contact information from past volunteers is available at the camp, providing guidance on how to arrange excursions and whom to book through.

    Popular activities and destinations include:

    • Lokobe Forest Reserve
    • Discovery Scuba Dive (with MRCI)
    • Tanikely Natural Reserve
    • Visits to Nosy Iranja or Nosy Sakatia (for swimming and snorkeling)
    • Whale Shark Watching (seasonal from September to November)
    • Sacred Tree or Sacred Waterfall on Nosy Be
    • Hiking up Mount Passot on Nosy Be
    • Visiting Lemur Land Park on Nosy Be or the Lemur Park in Ampang Village on Nosy Komba
    • Ankarana National Park
    • Amber Mountain National Park
    • Plantations on the mainland in the city of Ambanja
    • The city of Diego Suarez

    Krav

    Krav

    Minimumsalder: 18 år

    For å bli med i programmet må du være minst 18 år gammel på programmets startdato. Det kan være unntak hvis du kan gi tillatelse fra dine foresatte eller hvis du er i følge med foreldrene dine.

    Språkferdigheter

    Du må snakke Engelsk (grunnleggende nivå)

    Utdanningskrav

    på High School nivå

    Kontroll av kriminell bakgrunn

    nødvendig

    Påkrevde dokumenter

    Police check or working with children check

    Nasjonalitetsbegrensninger

    Ingen restriksjoner. Hjelpende hender fra hele verden er velkomne.

    Tidsforpliktelse

    Din hjelpende hånd vil bli påkrevd Mandag, Tirsdag, Onsdag, Torsdag og Fredag

    Hva inngår

    Hva inngår

    Tjenester fra Involvement Volunteers IVI

    Accommodation
    3 meals p/day weekdays / 2 meals p/day weekends
    Arrival airport transfer (Sat/Sun arrivals)
    1 day orientation
    Daily transportation to project
    In country 24/7 support & emergency assistance
    Fundraising support
    University course credits (where applicable)
    Certificate of Completion

    Henting fra flyplassen på Fascene Airport

    You must arrive to Fascene Airport (NOS) airport before 12 noon, on the Sunday before your program.

    The last boat departs from Nosy Be to Nosy Komba at approximately 3pm daily, so you need to arrive before 12pm to be able to go directly to camp. If you cannot arrive before 12pm on Sunday, we suggest arriving on Saturday and staying the night in Hellville, Nosy Be at your own expense. You will be able to meet the team at a nearby cafe the next morning (Sunday) and they will escort you to the boat across to camp on Nosy Komba.

    If you are arriving before 12pm on Saturday, you can still get picked up from Nosy Be airport and be taken to the island but will need to pay an additional charge for the Saturday night.

    Overnatting

    The primary camp, is located on Nosy Komba Island, about 6 miles from Nosy Be, where the international airport is situated. Our facilities include a main house, staff accommodation, and a dining area, along with cold water showers and flush toilet units. You will stay in single gender open air huts, with two to three double bunks in each. Private room upgrades are also available for an additional cost (subject to availability).

    Every other week on the forest program, volunteers may conduct overnight guided walks in Lokobe Reserve. Accommodation is basic, with tented beach camps on the forest edge. Volunteers can upgrade at an additional cost to private tents with mattresses or private bungalows, subject to availability.

    Volunteers need to bring their own bedding (thin sheet), pillows, pillowcases, bath towels, mosquito nets, and a lightweight sleeping bag (this is suggested for the cooler months of June to August). Outside of these times you can get away with just a thin sheet as it is hot and humid in Madagascar. 

    Power for lights is supplied by solar panels, with a backup generator for the local team that runs 1-2 hours per week. The camp has limited power points available for charging devices and since there is no other electricity at camp, we recommend volunteers bring solar chargers for their devices and to minimise the use of electronic devices. The accommodation is accessible by boat or a 30-minute walk across rocky terrain from the village. WiFi can be found in the local village, and you can also purchase a local SIM card with data when you arrive in Madagascar. The main house accommodates senior staff and serves as a meeting place for volunteers during the day. Large decks line the front of the main house, complete with hammocks, bean bags, and benches. There is also a work area for volunteers, as well as lockable storage boxes available for each hut to store small valuables. Volunteers should bring a padlock to secure personal items in their luggage when not in use.

    Please conserve power and water as much as possible during your stay. This includes not leaving lights on unnecessarily, limiting showers to one per day, and turning off the water when not in direct use (e.g., while brushing teeth or lathering up in the shower).

    Mat og drikke

    Volunteers are served three meals per day, prepared in the traditional Madagascan style by an on-site Malagasy cook.

    Meals are tasty but may be more basic than what you are used to, with rice served most meals. Breakfast ranges from pancakes to eggs or bread with condiments. Lunch is typically rice or pasta-based, while dinner is usually rice with beans and a sauce. Meals will generally include chicken, zebu (beef), or fish, along with vegetables. For programs where you will be away from camp during lunch can arrange for a packed lunch through the local team the night before. Please keep in kind supplies in Madagascar are limited, and meals will change seasonally depending on the ingredients available on Nosy Be.

    Please note that the local team cannot cater to special dietary requirements or requests. Vegans can eat the vegetarian meals, but will may need to buy extra food off site. We ask volunteers to be flexible or prepared to supplement the provided food. If supplementing food, be aware that there is no refrigerator, and the kitchen is not available for volunteer use as it is a traditional kitchen. Volunteers can store non-perishable items at camp or eat out at local restaurants. A small canteen is available on Nosy Komba where volunteers can purchase snacks. Snacks should be stored in containers located in the dining area.


    Hva er IKKE inkludert?

    Hva er IKKE inkludert?

    Internettilgang

    Beklager, ingen tilgang på prosjektsiden

    Flybilletter

    Den nærmeste flyplassen er Fascene Airport (NOS) i Nossi-be. Vi hjelper deg med å finne billige flyreiser til Madagaskar. FINN BILLIGE FLYREISER

    Reiseforsikring

    Å reise til utlandet er et eventyr, og det er alltid best å være forberedt. Plutselig sykdom eller skade, avbestilling eller tyveri – en reiseforsikring for Madagaskar gir trygghet og er et pluss å ha. FÅ ET TILBUD

    Vaksiner

    Hvis du har tenkt å jobbe frivillig i Madagaskar bør du søke medisinsk råd før du starter din sosiale reise. Sjekk de nødvendige vaksinasjonene dine for Madagaskar. VAKSINESJEKKER

    Detaljer ved ankomst

    Program starts every 1st & 3rd Monday of each month. Arrivals on Sat/ Sun. If arriving on Sat, an extra night is charged.

    Tilgjengelighet
    Jan. Febr. Mars Apr. Mai Jun. Jul. Aug. Sep. Okt. Nov. Des.

    Programgebyrer

    1 uke (min. opphold) 857€
    2 uker 1,106€
    3 uker 1,356€
    4 uker 1,605€
    8 uker 2,692€
    12 uker (max. opphold) 3,790€
    Gjennomsnittlig gebyr 586€/uke

    Programgebyrer

    586€ per uke 1 - 12 uker Alder 18 - 50+

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    Varighet

    1 - 12 uker

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    Endelig Betaling

    Din sluttbetaling vil bli avtalt med Involvement Volunteers IVI under søknadsprosessen. Vanlige løsninger er enten via bankoverføring eller kontant betaling på prosjektstedet.


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    Involvement Volunteers IVI

    Strålende 4.7 rating (204 gjennomganger)

    Non-profit - grunnlagt i 1989

    Verifisert av Volunteer World

      utmerket Svarprosent

    Arrangert av

    Lauren

    Snakkede språk: Engelsk

    Om prosjektet

    IVI are a non profit org with 28 years experience providing responsible volunteer placements in 15 countries worldwide. We help you connect with inspiring opportunities

    Møt din vert

    Involvement Volunteers International delivers positive social change to developing communities and vulnerable populations through local, national & international volunteering.  Our projects empower the skilled & un-skilled to catalyse the efforts of local partners in creating a better world.


    WHO WE ARE

    Founded in 1989, IVI is a pioneer of overseas volunteering.  Back when there was no internet and phones were a luxury in many parts of the world, we traveled to developing countries in search of credible NGO's in need of manpower and global volunteer resources.  Some of the many relationships we forged are utilized to this day. 

    We are passionate about volunteering and giving back to society and in particular developing communities which are less fortunate than us.  In this way, we combine travelling with volunteering to help people make a positive impact overseas.

    SOCIAL EXPERIENCES
    All of IVI’s projects have a strong social element at the core.  With more manpower (& womanpower!) we can truly catalyse the efforts of our local partners.  This means you're sure to meet loads of like-minded people from all parts of the world.   This type of experience truly broadens your understanding of the world and yourself, opening your heart to new enlightened ways of thinking .   With your new found travel companions, you'll have plenty of opportunity to explore and have fun!  

    Our projects create a unique platform to experience the true heart and soul of a destination rather than simply the tourist areas.   We'll involve you in meaningful & responsible volunteer work that really benefits the local communities.

    AFFORDABLE VOLUNTEER TRAVEL
    As a non profit org, we are not motivated by shareholder profits.  Our fee structure is fully transparent to ensure volunteers hard earned money is going directly to the areas where it is most needed.  It is vitally important to us that the presence of volunteers has a positive and sustainable impact on the local communities we work with.   

    We charge a one off US$275 application fee per volunteer to cover the running of IVI including administration overheads, project inspection costs, marketing, and salaries.

    The program fee starts at $150 p/week and goes straight to the in country management to cover arrival airport transfers, on the ground coordination, orientation, accommodation, meals, in country 24/7 project support, project development, donations and related administration costs.   

    In comparison to many of our competitors, our programs are incredible value.

    SAFETY & RESPONSIBLE PROGRAMS
    With approx 80-90% of our volunteers being single young female travelers, volunteer safety is of the utmost importance.  All of our projects include a dedicated 24/7 in-country management support contact as well as a dedicated placement manager pre/post journey.  This ensures you will be cared for every step of the way.    The local teams are highly experienced and qualified to manage emergency situations.

    All IVI projects have been personally inspected to ensure the standards meet necessary guidelines for quality and safety.  In addition, we monitor and maintain communication with local embassies to oversee potential issues in order to notify volunteers and their families accordingly.   

    Our Australian team are available 24/7 and only a phone call away.

    Our responsibility also extends to the local people which is why volunteers working in childcare related fields must provide a criminal background check before they travel.   Our ultimate goal is the long term development of the communities we work with, hence we work closely with our local partners to ensure that projects are needs driven and sustainable. 

    SUPPORT

    From your very first inquiry, right through to your welcome home, you'll have the same dedicated volunteer manager at every stage.  We are experts in the field and will provide you in depth insights about what to expect and how to prepare to ensure you have an amazing experience overseas.  Every project includes a detailed welcome pack which provides all aspects needed such as in country contacts, what to pack, cultural values, basic language guides and much much more.   

    On arrival at your destination, you'll be greeted by one of our in-country team and in many cases 1 week orientation is provided to help ease you into the way of life and ensure you're equipped with the right customs to ensure a successful volunteer abroad experience.  

    FUN!
    Volunteering abroad is quite possibly the most rewarding experience you will have in your life!   We know this not only through our own experiences, but through the testimonies from thousands of volunteers we have successfully placed worldwide over 27+ years in operation.  Volunteering overseas is not only rewarding.   It's fun!   You're meeting new people, you're seeing new sights, and you're expanding your understanding of yourself and the world.  You're experiencing something real and life changing in many ways...  

    GET INVOLVED WITH IVI TODAY!

    204 gjennomganger · rating4.7

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    What an incredible experience to be able to live in amongst the island community, fully immersed in village life. I really really enjoyed my stay and it was so amazing to explore the island in my free time. In the classroom, it was mostly helping kids one on one with the work assigned by the ...
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    There were so many highlights to this trip! However the one that stood out the most was living in Moala village for one week. The team of us who were placed in Moala were instantly taken in by the family we were living and were made to feel part of the family. The people we visited in Moala, Yako ...
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