Science Day

Benefit from our expertise and witness science in action

Join us for a day at sea

Want to join us for a day at sea, and discover how a scientific program works on a daily basis?

On a dedicated research boat, you will be accompanied by our founder Stella Diamant, as well as the rest of the science team, such as our Malagasy students and scientific partners. We leave early, ahead of the other boats, to send a morning at sea together and carry out our scientific activities. Back at the office, you will be able to see how we process our data and sort our samples.

 

Price: 100 € per person

Depending on availability. Maximum 6 people. Private bookings available.

These trips are run thanks to our long-term partners Baleines Rand’eau.

Program

07:30

Early departure from Nosy Be and briefing on board

08:00-11:30

Long morning at sea swimming with whale sharks and collecting data such as:

  • Photo-identification and collection of environmental data
  • Biopsy collection
  • Deployment of acoustic tags
  • Collection of prey samples

11:30

Return to Nosy Be

12:00-12:30

Assist the team with data entry, equipment cleaning and sample sorting.

A unique experience

But please read this first

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, as well as supporting Korai’s work. It is a unique opportunity to directly support small impactful organisations in the field of marine conservation.
Thank you for joining us!
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