Marine Conservation Expedition in Madagascar

with Blue Ventures

	Africa, Madagascar
	Start date: All year round
	Duration: 3 - 12 weeks
	No Salary: Volunteer project
	Accommodation included
	Three meals a day are prepared by local chefs, with varying vegetables and seafood dependent on what’s available
	Training provided

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Blue Ventures is an award-winning marine conservation organisation offering unique expeditions in Madagascar, Belize and Timor-Leste. Our expeditions provide science and PADI dive training to our volunteers so that they can contribute towards our internationally recognised marine research and community work. Our focus on quality and value for money means that we offer some of the best accommodation, food and service in the sector and safety is a top priority when working above and below the water in remote environments. Our high standards have resulted in numerous awards including winning the 'Best Volunteering Organisation' at the Responsible Travel Awards and winning the 'Best Volunteering Organisation' in the British Youth Travel Awards.

Course Highlights

what makes this gap year memorable

✔Learn to SCUBA dive in crystal clear tropical waters
✔Live in the remote and picturesque coastal village of Andavadoaka
✔Undertake marine science training taught by our experienced team of scientists
✔Learn about Malagasy culture and take part in cooking lessons and language exchange with local staff and community members

Course Description

a typical day on this gap project

A typical day on a Blue Ventures expedition could involve SCUBA dive training with our instructor Bic, a fascinating lecture or workshop about the diverse marine wildlife volunteers encounter, a traditional Malagasy cooking lesson and much more. Days are busy but volunteers also have plenty of time for fun and relaxation, with opportunities for sailing pirogues, snorkelling or just unwinding in a hammock.

Would you be a good fit?

the requirements for this course

The minimum age at which volunteers can join is 17 - there are no pre-requisites in terms of qualifications.

What can we offer you?

why choose us for your gap year

The volunteer cost includes accommodation in beach front eco-cabins, three meals a day including tea and coffee, dive training to PADI Advanced Open Water level, daily diving, marine science training and use of BCD, regulators, cylinders and weights. It also includes travel to Andavadoaka from Antananarivo, Madagascar's capital, via our exclusive Overland Tour. This is a 3-4 day journey which takes in beautiful national parks and Madagascar's unique wildlife.