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Madagascar is a beautiful country that holds a large island sharing its same exact name and is situated in the Indian Ocean, off the eastern coast of Africa
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Madagascar is a beautiful country that holds a large island sharing its same exact name and is situated in the Indian Ocean, off the eastern coast of Africa
Everyone loves finding an enjoyable place to spend their holidays, so before summer even begins, travellers start considering their options. If you are considering the coastline of Africa, keep Madagascar in mind. It is made up of amazing (hidden) beaches and wildlife.
Popular Beach holidays in Madagascar
These popular itineraries can be customised to match your budget and travel dates
The Wild South Madagascar Tour
Take a Madagascar island adventure holiday and be one of the few to explore this mystical place
per person
11 days
11-Day Western Madagascar Adventure
One of the absolute highlights of this trip is a visit to the famous Baobab Avenue where you can watch a breathtaking sunset.
per person
11 days
North Madagascar Diego Suarez and Nosy Be Beach Tour
Two of Madagascar's most popular destinations are yours to explore in this relaxed beach-based itinerary
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9 days
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Introduction
Adrift in the Indian Ocean, the size of France but with about ten main roads, Madagascar is one country where you can really escape the influence of the modern age and escape to remote communities scarcely touched by the outside world. Increasingly it is being discovered by naturalists and anthropologists as well as those who value its remote beaches.
A stunning 90% of Madagascar’s flora and fauna are endemic, found nowhere else in the world. These are protected in National Parks where rugged hikes are needed to track rare species and in private reserves where, to appeal to the French market, the lemurs are fed from the table and almost tame.
Know before you go
If you are coming from a yellow-fever-infected country, you will be asked for a yellow fever vaccination certificate.
Visas are required for all visitors
ATMs (Visa and MasterCard) are widely available in large towns and cities. In rural areas, cash rules. Euros are the easiest foreign currency to exchange
Get a check-up with your dentist and your doctor six to eight weeks before coming to Madagascar to ensure you are up to date with immunisations, to discuss malaria prophylaxis, and to make sure tooth decay won’t turn into an abscess while you’re away.
It’s a good idea to carry a medical and first-aid kit with you.
Madagascar’s water is not safe to drink from the taps anywhere in the country – including the most expensive hotels.
Malaria is present throughout Madagascar, although the risks of contracting the disease are higher on the coast (particularly in the east) than in the highlands. It is recommended that all travellers take prophylaxis.
When to go
It’s best to go during the shoulder season when it’s not too busy.
What to pack
First-aid kit
Light clothing
Walking shoes
Something warm
Sunscreen, hat and sunglasses
Weather and Climate
The best time to go is between April-June and September-December because of warm temperatures and fewer visitors. Because of the rain, some attractions close early (November), others reopen late (June). July and August are especially busy because of European school holidays. It’s winter with balmy temperatures by day and cool nights (cold in the highlands). There’s also a spike of high-season activity at Christmas/New Year. January-March is the cyclone season and the east coast is particularly vulnerable, but all coastal areas are susceptible. Discounts available in most hotels.
Safari / Holiday Styles
A beach holiday.
Where to stay
Vanilla Hotel and Spa
Ravintsara Wellness Hotel
Nosy Be - Andilana Beach Resort
Tsarabanjina
Anjiamarango Beach Resort
Nosy Be
Masoala Forest Lodge
Constance Tsarabanjina Madagascar
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