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    • Freediving X Science

    A unique blend of science and freediving

    Join us for a week of freediving and science

    Designed for nature lovers who wish to improve their freediving skills

    This trip is run in partnership with local freediving school Freedive Nosy Be, and is designed for nature lovers who wish to improve their freediving skills (depth and exploration) while diving into the the daily life of a scientific program dedicated to whale sharks.

    Every day you will have a freediving session first, then head out to swim with whale sharks. You will also have the opportunity to participate in data collection, and your participation in this trip will support our work directly. You will also be able to undertake SSI freediving certifications.

    Space is limited to 8 people. Accommodation is not included.

    What we offer

    5 days at sea

    Presentations and scientific expertise

    Personalised freediving coaching adapted to your level

    Water & lunch on board

    Freediving equipment if required

    SSI certification as an add-on

    Exploration on various sites

    Ethical whale shark encounters

    Prerequisites

    Please not accommodation and airport transfers are not included.

    • Be comfortable snorkelling and able to swim 200 meters with fins
    • Ability to spend several hours on a boat in the open ocean
    • 18 years old minimum
    • Have a freediving insurance (DAN, Lafont…)
    • The desire to learn more about freediving and progress
    • Interest in scientific research and whale shark conservation

    We would love to welcome you onboard

    But please read this

    We are not a tourism operator. As a small foundation, we choose to welcome tourists on board to raise awareness about the reality of scientific research and its essential role in the conservation of endangered species such as whale sharks.
    We do not guarantee any encounters, nor the realisation of our activities. Whale sharks are free and wild animals, Swimming with them will always be done in compliance with the code of conduct. We take our time, and try our best to provide unforgettable encounters while we carry out out our research. This unique experience means you can directly witness scientific research in action, as well as interact with our team members, including our Malagasy students.

     

    Your participation directly supports our work and our actions to protect whale sharks in Madagascar.

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