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Madagascar is one of the most extraordinary wildlife destinations on Earth. Separated from mainland Africa for over 80 million years, the island evolved into a biological treasure chest filled with species found nowhere else. Among its most iconic...

Most people picture reef conservation as something reserved for marine biologists or career divers. At MRCI on Nosy Komba, Madagascar, it’s something you step into from day one — collecting real underwater data, restoring coral habitats,...

Most people know sea turtles are endangered. Far fewer know what it actually takes to protect them day to day. As a turtle conservation volunteer with MRCI on the island of Nosy Komba, Madagascar, you become part of a real, ongoing research effort —...

We are thrilled to announce a landmark new partnership between the Madagascar Research and Conservation Institute (MRCI) and NGB-Genetics — a collaboration that marks a significant step forward in our mission to protect Madagascar’s...

Sea turtle volunteer programs gives people a practical way to support endangered marine species in places where protection matters most. Around the world, volunteer programs help safeguard nesting beaches, monitor hatchlings, support rescue work,...

Madagascar’s coral reefs are among the most biodiverse marine ecosystems in the world, supporting thousands of marine species, protecting coastlines from erosion, and sustaining local fishing communities. However, climate change, coral bleaching,...

A Global Comparison for Sabbaticals and Gap YearsBecoming a marine conservation volunteer in 2026 can mean very different things depending on where you choose to go. From turtle patrols in Costa Rica to coral reef monitoring in the Maldives and...

The mission for the Madagascar Research and Conservation Institute is to: Provide a safe platform whereby volunteers of all diversities and backgrounds can come together in order to make a positive impact on local communities and on the environment...