Ecological Reserve Nacala, Mozambique

5.0
(21 reviews)21

Volunteer in Marine Conservation & Coral Restoration in Nacala

Top Host
This host receives lots of worldpackers and has a high average rating, being recognized by the community as a Top Host.
Help a sustainable project
20 travelers confirmed that this host is actively contributing to a more sustainable future for everyone!
Higher chance of approval
This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Expand your environmental consciousness
21 travelers felt they returned from this experience with a greater environmental consciousness
Connect with nature
21 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

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What you offer

6h

Hours per day
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Gardening
Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
Animal Care
Help look after and take care of animals.
Building & Repairing
Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
Social Work
Help with volunteer work in local projects and communities.
Additional Fee
This host charges a fee in addition to the cost of the Worldpackers annual plan.

Additional fee required

This host charges an additional fee to the cost of the Worldpackers annual plan for the sustainability of the project and the quality of the experience for volunteers. Learn more.

Amount

€ 50

Per day

Fee pays for

  • Benefits for travelers
  • Materials for volunteer activities
  • Donation to project

Description

-Airport or bus station pickup in Nacala -Three meals per day -Sanctuary T-shirt -Scuba dives and reef snorkels -Seaweed monitoring sessions -Night market visit -A night out at a restaurant for a traditional -Mozambican meal (with a soft drink or beer) -A walk along the beach to the fish market, including lunch with a cold drink or beer -A beach barbecue

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What you get

2

Days off per week
Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.
Private Room
You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.
Breakfast
You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.
Lunch
You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.
Dinner
You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.
Fast Internet Access
High-speed internet for you to work remotely
Dedicated Workspace
Specific space for you to work remotely
Use our equipped kitchen
Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Free Laundry
You can use our laundry room freely.
Discounts on Tours
Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.
Pick Up
We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.
Certificate
Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.
Support
Get help from the Worldpackers support team in case you need it, at any point of your trip.
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Availability

Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Stay at least
2 weeks

The Experience

Join our marine conservation team in Nacala, Mozambique! Gain hands-on experience planting corals, restoring mangroves, surveying reefs and identifying marine life. Get involved in community projects, environmental education and beach clean-ups, while also helping create content and share our work on social media. Work alongside our team and other volunteers while contributing to the protection of Nacala’s beautiful marine ecosystems!

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Requirements

  • Intermediate English or Intermediate Portuguese
  • Over 18 years old
  • Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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21 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Ecological Reserve

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 21 Developing environmental awareness
  • 21 Get in touch with nature
  • 17 Meeting international travelers
  • 15 Learning about sustainability
  • 11 Immersing in the local culture
  • 10 Creating true social impact

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 19 14. Life below water
  • 12 13. Climate action
  • 5 11. Sustainable cities and communities
  • 4 3. Good health and well-being
  • 4 4. Quality education
  • 3 2. Zero hunger
  • 2 10. Reduced inequalities
Felipe

Brazil

5

I had high expectations about planting corals in Mozambique, and they were all met. My experience at Mulala the reserve Sanctuary was special. I really enjoyed the tasks, the close relationship with the family that runs the sanctuary (especially Amanda), the interaction with the other volunteers, and the opportunity to experience the local culture at the street markets and surrounding communities. I highly recommend this volunteer program to anyone who wants to connect to nature, contribute to make a real difference in the world, have fun and live some days in paradise.

about 2 months ago

Karl

United Kingdom

5

The host and family are amazing, very knowledgeable and will make sure you have a great time. I can't recommend them enough.

3 months ago

Caroline

United States

5

I loved my time at Mulala - I learned to dive in Nacala (not included in fee) with an amazing instructor that Amanda coordinated with, because I was interested in the coral reef part of their projects. While I am really happy to have my dive certification now, there's definitely plenty else to do on the property also. They have a knowledgable team and you can see the impact they are trying to make and the passion they all share. Amanda and Johannes are the type to create a real sense of community, and they were really gracious hosts. I am thankful for this experience and everything I learned!

4 months ago

Jasmin

Switzerland

5

It was my first experience as a volunteer and it was truly amazing. Everybody was very kind and I learned a lot! I loved the coral planting and cleaning as well as the smaller tasks around the house.

10 months ago

Aliénor

France

5

I don't even know where to start, because this past month here has had such an impact on me. Honestly, it was an incredible experience. The host family is just great. They gave me a very warm welcome, and the atmosphere is relaxed and cool, so you quickly feel at ease. I had few minor health issues during my stay, and thank you for everything you did. Really. You were so kind and caring, always there when I needed you. Thank you for opening your home to me and sharing your daily life. I'm leaving with lots of great memories. It's definitely the kind of experience you never forget ! 😊

11 months ago

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Hosted by Amanda

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