ReefDoctor

Volunteer to conserve the coral reefs of SW Madagascar.

ReefDoctor is a small not-for-profit organisation completing coral reef research, education and conservation work on the 4th most important coral reef system in the world, the ‘Toliara coral reef system of SW Madagascar’.

ReefDoctor has opportunities for gap year students/post graduates and general enthusiastic people to support the project through their Volunteer ReefDoctor Program which is open to 4-6 people aged 18 and over, for 6-12 week expeditions throughout the year.

Living next to fishing villages you’ll learn marine species identification, underwater survey techniques, be an integral part of important research and conservation projects with the fishing communities and aid in social development projects alongside a team of local and international scientists.

Their unique programme with small volunteer sizes and a staff to volunteer ratio of 2:1, provides intensive training and allows volunteers to participate in all aspects of their work.

PADI dive courses available from Open water to Rescue diver and First Aid courses for all as part of the training, with hiring of BCD and regulator set from ReefDoctor available for FREE. So become a volunteer ReefDoctor and take part in a unique opportunity to experience Madagascar, its people and culture, while contributing to marine conservation and sustainable community development.

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