11 minute read

South & North

Next Article
Highlights

Highlights

ANTANANARIVO | City Tour

Full day / Private Tour

Antananarivo has a history. It started with Kings and Queens in seventieth century with an original and attractive architecture. The old buildings bear witness to this, and it is towards the Upper Town that we are heading. A walk with a historian guide who will tell us about this history from the Andohalo square to the Prime Minister’s Palace and the Queen’s Palace. In the afternoon visit the craft market.

A$ 140* PER PERSON

NOSY BE | Diving At Nosy Tanikely

Full day / Private Tour

Accompanied by a professional instructor, departure by speedboat for 2 dives in the marine park of Nosy Tanikely (small land in Malagasy). Multicoloured fishes, coral reefs, turtles... all in turquoise water. Possibility for the noninitiated to make a « first-dive » in the fairy-like setting. A$ 927* PER PERSON ANTANANARIVO | City Trek

Full Day / Private Tour

Tana is one those capitals in the tropics, with a soul and great atmosphere. The main purpose of strolling around Tana is to meet locals and to explore the much undiscovered face of Madagascar.The walk leads us though rice fields and popular suburbs, we discover the everyday life of people. We start going uphill to the old town towards the Queen’s Palace, by narrow streets and hundreds of steps. A$ 157* PER PERSON

ANTANANARIVO | Sustenable and smart

Half day / Private Tour

By vehicle we leave the city centre to visit our friends Violette and Dieudonné who have an iron workshop where they make some very amazing objects. Their small business employs dozens of needy people, mainly women. The profits are invested in the schools they have built around the workshops. Nice encounters.

A$ 121* PER PERSON

ANTANANARIVO | Ambohimanga, The Blue Hill

Full day / Private Tour

Twenty kilometres north of Tana is the site of Ambohimanga, which was the residence of King Andrianapoinimerina (1745-1810), one of the most important in Madagascar. Visit of this complex made of wooden houses, stone walls and monumental doors. The most courageous will be able to go for a hike on the crest and towards another historical site and a beautiful view on the valley. A$ 140* PER PERSON

NOSY BE | Swim With The Whale-Sharks

In october and november Full day / Private Tour

Come aboard our boat for a rare and sensational experience: swimming with the world’s largest fish, the mythical whale shark. Equiped with fins/ mask/tuba, slip into the water and you will find yourself in the company of this animal which can reach 9m in length. It is an experience accessible to all: Even if you’re not a strong swimmer, we adapt the launches to all audiences. The simple fact of seeing it from the boat is already an unforgettable moment... A$ 726* PER PERSON NOSY BE | Speed Boat To Nosy Iranja

Full day / Private Tour

Departure from Madirokely beach in Nosy Be towards the paradisiacal island of Nosy Iranja (located 45km from Nosy Be). Here, 2 islands are joined at low tide by a long and fine white sand bank. Relaxation, swimming and walking in the village and towards the lighthouse. Lunch on the beach. A great day!

A$ 809* PER PERSON

NOSY BE | Hellville City Tour And Lemurialand

Full day / Private Tour

From your hotel by car to visit the market and the small city of Hellville. The activity is intense in the morning around the market and along the avenue. Lunch in town. Then we go by tuktuk to Lemurialand to visit the distillery of ylang-ylang and the botanical garden full of lemurs. Return by vehicle to your hotel at the end of the day. A$ 317* PER PERSON NOSY BE | Visit Lokobe National Park

Full Day / Private Tour

The first step is to go to the village of Ambatozavavy. From there, we embark on a traditional outrigger canoe and paddle (45 mn) to Ampasipohy which marks the entrance to the Lokobe reserve. Discovery of the reserve with its lemurs, chameleons and birds. Lunch prepared by the ladies of the village. A speedboat will pick you up on the beach to take you to Hellville and then to your hotel.

A$ 390* PER PERSON

SAINTE MARIE – Whales Watching

In july and august Full day / Private Tour

Every year in mid-June humpback whales arrive from Antarctica in St. Marie to breed or give birth. The new mothers and their newborns stay in the warm waters of Madagascar until midSeptember and do the show. Going on a whale safari is a rewarding experience. We invite you to spend a day on board our observation boat.

A$ 2.136* PER PERSON SAINTE MARIE | Visit „Ile Aux Nattes“

Full Day / Private Tour

Full day exploring « Ile aux Nattes », a small island off Ste Marie. Drive to the southern tip of Ste Marie and crossing by local pirogue to the Ile aux Nattes. Walk on the island, laze on the beach, walk to the lighthouse and meet the population. Lunch in a small local restaurant.

A$ 126* PER PERSON

DIEGO SUAREZ | Sail To The Esmerald Sea

Full day / Private Tour

The Emerald Sea is a lagoon with turquoise waters outside the large bay of Diego Suarez. Departing from the fishing village of Ramena, we embark on a small local dhow and sail to this wonderful site which is also one of the best kite-surfing spotting grounds in the world. We spend our day on Suarez Island fishing, swimming, bathing and relaxing. Join us for this adventure. A$ 148* PER PERSON

NOSY ANKAO | TIME + TIDE MIAVANA ???

Fringed by white sand beaches and sprawling coral reef, Time + Tide Miavana is a haven of luxury at the ends of the earth. The ultimate destination for modern explorers, the resort brings together world class luxury in a world of rare wildlife and extraordinary landscape. The villas are disigned for an effortless flow between inside and outside, they immerse you into island life. Elements of sea, sands and air meet through inspired interiors featuring hand dyed textiles, Malagasy wood and local stone..

FROM A$ 7,924* PER PERSON All inclusive

In Joffreville, in the region of Diego Suarez, at the gateway to the Montagne d’Ambre Park, Nature Lodge consists of 12 bungalows made of wood and local materials. Each bungalow has a nice bathroom with shower, washbasin and toilet and a large room equipped with a double bed and a single bed. The large structure houses the restaurant with a capacity of 50 guests, to which are added two terraces sheltered from the wind. The cuisine is simple and of high quality, with products from the sea, the market and our vegetable garden. FROM A$ 133* PER PERSON Bed and Breakfast DIEGO SUAREZ | NATURE LODGE ??? MAHAJANGA | ANJAJAVY LE LODGE ???

The hotel is composed of a central building overlooking a plantation of fiftyyear-old palm trees and a set of 24 villas in rosewood with a view of the sea. Each villa has a large open terrace, sea view and a large living room / bedroom. The bathroom is equipped with a large corner bathtub. An individual air conditioning system keeps the room the room at an ideal temperature. The restaurant has a quality table. The cuisine is of French inspiration and varies according to the seasonal products available.

FROM A$ 1,090* PER PERSON Bed & Breakfast

NOSY KOMBA | TSARA KOMBA LODGE??? NOSY MITSIO | CONSTANCE TSARABANJINA???

A small private island in the Mistio archipelago off Nosy Be (40 km) to play the Robinsons. A dream island, this sacred land of the Sakalava people concentrates about twenty hectares of luxuriant vegetation and immaculate beaches. You will find a rich fauna and flora. This site is out of time, lost in the middle of the Indian Ocean. On the programme: sport, relaxation, tasting of sea products, and even some massages at the water’s edge.

FROM A$ 809* PER PERSON All inclusive

Tsara Komba Luxury Beach and Forest Lodge is situated in Nosy Komba island off Nosy Be on the hillside in the heart of the breathtakingly beautiful natural environment between the forest and the beach, the eight lodges all offer an incredible sea view and promise delicious breakfasts at sunrise and a colourful end to your day with a romantic dinner under the stars. The trees and shrubs around your lodge will protect your privacy and also offer all the benefits of their cool shade.

FROM A$ 954* PER PERSON Bed and Breakfast The Princesse Bora Lodge is the reference in terms of quality, aesthetics and comfort in Sainte-Marie. The 15 villas are warm, pleasant to live in and tastefully decorated to form a whole harmoniously integrated with the beauty of the site. Rounded or hexagonal in shape and widely open, they face the sea and the sunset. They integrate a vast individual wooden veranda terrace and all the interior comfort. The Princesse Bora Lodge’s cuisine has a reputation for being the best on the island.

FROM A$ 294 PER PERSON Bed and Breakfast SAINTE MARIE | PRINCESSE BORA LODGE ??? FACING NOSY BE | EDEN LODGE ???

This superb lodge is located on Baobab Beach, about 30 km opposite Nosy Be. There, a dream beach of 2 km, just for you, with crystal white sand and turquoise waters. The Eden Lodge estate extends over more than 8 hectares, and its 8 lodges, combining a traditional construction and a luxurious tent, are totally integrated into the environment, to offer you each 75 m2 of private space, in a magnificent natural park, on the edge of the Ocean. With no roads or cars, just a tiny Malagasy village, you are immediately plunged into a relaxing Eden, totally isolated from the rest of the world. FROM A$ 487* PER PERSON Bed & Breakfast

Fringed by white sand beaches and sprawling coral reef, Time + Tide Miavana is a haven of luxury at the ends of the earth. The ultimate destination for modern explorers, the resort brings together world class luxury in a world of rare wildlife and extraordinary landscape. The villas are disigned for an effortless flow between inside and outside, they immerse you into island life. Elements of sea, sands and air meet through inspired interiors featuring hand dyed textiles, Malagasy wood and local stone.

FROM A$ 328* PER PERSON Bed & Breakfast NOSY BE | RAVINTSARA WELLNESS HOTEL ???

FORT DAUPHIN | MANDRARE RIVER CAMP ?

The Camp sits on the banks of the Mandrare River nestled under the shade of Tamarind Trees. The river is the lifeblood of the region and sustains the close by Antandroy village of Ifotaka and its sacred ancestral forests. Our seven en-suite tents are located in the sheltering shade of tamarind trees with a view over the tranquil waters of the Mandrare River. All activities are individually tailored. Whether you are a passionate early riser and want to start the day early in the morning with bird watching, or instead prefer the local wake at the end of the day, we will provide our expertise and guidance to meet all your needs.

FROM A$ 639 PER PERSON All inclusive

The terrace is one of the most beautiful in Tana, nestled in a green and flowery hanging garden overlooking Lake Anosy, with a view of the royal hill. In the dining room, wood and warm tones dominate and one can appreciate the elegance of the tasteful furniture, the style of the paintings and decorative finds, the glamour of the Hermès tapestry. The whole place exudes the atmosphere of a chic bistro with attentive service.

FROM A$ 88* PER PERSON Bed & Breakfast ANTANANARIVO | CITIZEN HOTEL ??? FORT DAUPHIN | MANAFIAFY BEACH & RAINFOREST LODGE ???

Located near the fishing village of Ste Luce, on the southern coast of Madagascar, this eco-friendly highstandard Lodge offers the chance to explore the varied wild south coast area. Our four high-standard Bungalows and one Family Villa are hidden along the edge of the rainforest, each with a private access to the beach. We take full advantage of our Location straddling land and sea to offer guests a variety of activities including forest walks spotting lemurs, whale watching, deep sea fishing, bird watching in the mangrove and more.

Built in 1879 on one of the hills that overlook Antananarivo, in the Faravohitra district, on the way up to the old town, the Maison Gallieni has been complettly restaured and offers an authentic and confortable setting in the heart of the malagasy capital. You will enjoy most modern comfort in a contemporary setting made from local traditional materials soothing for body and mind as well. Only 4 bedroms for your privacy and quality service.

FROM A$ 529* PER PERSON All inclusive

ANTANANARIVO | MAISON GALLIENI ???

FROM A$ 173* PER PERSON Bed & Breakfast

This article is from: