As such volunteer work programs in Madagascar focus on working with orphans and child headed families, education and developing a sustainable water supply and safe latrines to replace communal ones that lead to children and adults having prolonged periods of sickness. Other volunteer projects include conservation work to help kick start the tourist industry that has been decimated since sanctions were imposed on the country following the 2009 coup. If you are considering undertaking volunteer opportunities Madagascar make sure you leave some time to explore this island nation with its beaches, reefs and rainforests. With its population of some 26.97 million (2019), Madagascar is home to wildlife not found elsewhere on earth and amongst its other attraction are Ranomafana National Park in the southeast of the island, the Royal Hill of Ambohimanga ~ the historical home of the Madagascar Royal family, and the Ile Sainte Marie; an awesome paradise on the east coast which is great for snorkelling and looking out for sunken pirate ships as well as passing whales during the summer months! Please note that many volunteer opportunities in Madagascar were disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic which led to the permanent closure of some volunteer opportunities and restrictions on others. Hopefully things are now beginning to return to normal. If you run or know of a volunteer work project in Madagascar let us know by contacting here. We look forward to hearing from you! | 
