MDG-05 · Island Reef & Coastal Forest
Nosy Be School Expedition
A first expedition purpose-built for school groups: reef, rainforest, and community in two immersive weeks.
Research Brief
Designed for teacher-led groups aged 15–18, this expedition blends a marine phase on the reefs of Nosy Komba with a forest phase tracking black lemurs, plus a community project in a coastal village. Every activity is scaffolded for students new to fieldwork, with qualified expedition leaders and full risk management throughout.
Field Activities
- Snorkel-based reef survey training
- Black lemur and reptile forest transects
- Village community & education project
- Leadership and teamwork development
- Curriculum-linked field notebook assessment
Expedition Log · Itinerary
Arrival & Induction
Fly to Nosy Be, safety briefings and snorkel skills assessment.
Marine Phase
Guided reef surveys, species ID, and beach seagrass monitoring on Nosy Komba.
Forest Phase
Black lemur observation, herpetology walks, and canopy ecology.
Community Project
School and conservation project alongside a local village.
Departure
Reflection session and return transfer.
Key Study Species
Eulemur macaco
Black Lemur
Brookesia spp.
Leaf Chameleons
Hippocampus spp.
Seahorses