Tips & Tricks
Mahavelona (beach) — near the town of Mahavelona, on the mouth of the Onibe River, on the northeast coast of Madagascar is this beautiful beach. Thanks to the reef system about 150 meters off the coast, the beach is protected from rough seas, and the offshore water is perfectly calm as a result. Ideal for […]
Nosy Komba (beach) — Nosy Komba is another popular beach among tourists that visit Madagascar. Situated between the tourist hot spot Nosy Be and mainland Madagascar, this oval-shaped volcanic island is home to several stunning beaches and lodges. The island is great if you have a sense of adventure running through your veins, as Nosy […]
Manafiafy (beach) –– this is one of the smaller, lesser known beaches of Madagascar, situated on the South East coast of the island on a sheltered, forest-fringed bay. It’s ideal for those who want to escape the hustle and bustle of your typical holiday resort. There is one small hotel, the Manafiafy Beach & Rainforest […]
Peyrieras Reptile Reserve (Marozevo, RN2) – this is a small privately-run reserve at Marozevo, on National Road N2, 75 km east of Antananarivo, between the towns of Manjakandriana and Moramanga. It is a popular tourist stop between Antananarivo and Madagascar’s Andasibe-Mantadia National Park. Visit this animal reserve and view various reptile species of chameleons, snakes, […]
Nosy Be (beach) — this is perhaps the most famous and popular tourist destination in Madagascar. One of the larger islands surrounding the coast of Madagascar, Nosy Be means ‘big island’ in traditional Malagasy. Thanks to the island’s wide variety of spices, it is often referred to as Nosy Manitra that translates to ‘scented island’ […]
Spa Havana (Hôtel Havana Resort, 4 Rue Razafindratandra, Ambohidahy, Antananarivo 101) — sitting in the perfect spot at the busy city center, Spa Havana offers a range of popular spa treatments, as well as a range of traditional beauty treatments. It uses oils and perfumes sourced & produced on the island with techniques that have […]