Great Conservation Project in Ifaty.

I spent 6 weeks on Reef Doctor's marine conservation project, and I was left with a genuine feeling that both the volunteers and the organisation as a whole were making a tangible difference in Ifaty. I was able to learn a huge amount about marine science, whilst living in a far flung, beautiful corner of Madagascar

My main motivation for volunteering with Reef Doctor was to carry out underwater research as a SCUBA diver, and I was able to do 2 dives a day almost every day, working with very knowledgeable staff. I was able to collect large amounts of data, whilst diving a variety of sites.

The diving, and marine science training, took up the majority of my time, but there were numerous other opportunities to contribute to Reef Doctor's work, such as teaching local children or implementing tourist permits for the local marine protected area. The variety of ways to get involved, both with the science and the local community, was very enjoyable.

As a final point, the accommodation was basic (wooden hut) but very comfortable, and it's almost worth going just for the food, which was consistently amazing!