North Madagascar
in Madagascar

Life in North Madagascar revolves around the sea. Offshore islands, clear turquoise water and long sandy beaches give this part of the country a wonderfully relaxed feel. Nosy Be is the best known destination, though the region stretches far beyond its resorts with rainforest hikes, local markets and quiet fishing villages. Wildlife is never far away either, from lemurs hidden in the forests to whales passing offshore during the season. Warm, wild and slightly untamed, this corner of the island is easy to fall for.

how long to go for

a long weekend, a week

when to go

may, june, july, august, september, october

holidays

independence day (26 jun), republic day (30 dec), labour day (1 may)

how to get there

fly into Nosy Be or Antsiranana from Antananarivo.

how to get around

by boat, by car, by taxi

nice to know

Whale season usually runs from July to September

local language

malagasy, french

currency

malagasy ariary

in an emergency

call 117