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Whale watching safari… Spectacular ballet
On the horizon is the season of love for humpback whales. Come and discover the island of Sainte-Marie in Madagascar on the occasion of the next Whale Festival. The WHALE FESTIVAL is a unique opportunity to greet these marine mammals which migrate every year to the warm, shallow waters of Nosy Boraha (Sainte Marie Island) in the heart of the Indian Ocean Sanctuary. These noble creatures choose each year to visit the calm waters of the island Sainte-Marie where we meet them at the beginning of July. All tourist facilities are ready to welcome you on the occasion of the Festival des Baleines.
This major international event is a living expression of human warmth, cultural openness and the vitality of Saint-Marie. Initiated and conducted by the Tourist Office of Sainte Marie (OTSM) and CETAMADA, this Festival is a joyful and colourful tourist flagship, combining forces committed to a sustainable future.
We are proud to welcome you in lush vegetation and magnificent beaches with preserved coral reefs. Come dive into the turquoise waters of many coves and lagoons from the wild natural pools of the North to the beautiful setting of the Nosy Nattes on the south, not to mention the peninsula of Ampanihy, teeming with life often endemic. Admire a great fauna and flora on land or at sea. With the passionate eco-guides of Cétamada, experience the fantastic thrill of acrobatics offered by humpback whales, true winged giants of the oceans.
At the initiative of: CETAMADA, an association under Malagasy law for the protection of marine mammals and their habitat, which provides scientific and environmental support; THE OFFICE OF TOURISM OF SAINTE MARIE, (OTSM) private organization, having as mission the tourist development of the island of Sainte-Marie; The LOCAL POPULATION, which has historically always been in contact with whales staying from June to September in the coastal waters of an authentic and hospitable island.
Festival partners: *L’office Du Tourisme De Sainte Marie; *Cetamada; *Ministere du Tourisme de Madagascar; *Office National du Tourisme de Madagascar; *Association Droles de Dames Nosy Boraha; *Commune Urbaine de Sainte-Marie; *AirMAdagascar; *Princesse Bora Lodge and Spa; *Embassy of the United States – Madagascar; *Adidas; *BFV-Société Générale; *Air Austral; *Ile de la Reunion; *Aéroport de La Réunion Saint-Pierre Pierrefonds; *Lemur Trophy; *Orange TM; *Tele Kreol; *Eau Vive; *no comment® mg; *NewsMada; *Alliance Radio Mg; *Le Groupe STAR
Enjoy the whale festival at Nosy Boraha, île de Sainte-Marie, an opportunity for everyone to learn how to protect nature:
*SPECTACULAR WHALE-WATCHING SAFARI will take place every afternoon from 13h organized by Cetamada - scientific and environmental support of the whale’s festival. From jumping to various tail strokes and waving pectoral fins, you will be at the forefront to contemplate the giants of the sea - the “humpback whales”. You will also hear their love song! It is an exceptional place for a unique experience. Eco-volunteers ensure compliance with the code of conduct on board, as well as animation and explanation of the different types of behavior you will observe.
ENTERTAINMENT:
*Carnival... The parade will be held during the festival, and three winners will be awarded. The entire population participates and their unreserved involvement is a guarantee of fun, dances, music, colours, creativity, and joy. Costumes and "carts" are made of "improvised" materials. The themes are related to culture, traditions, village history, villagers' way of life and marine mammals. For this 4th edition, the parade will be open to other regions of Madagascar, the islands of the Indian Ocean and South Africa.
*Concerts...There will be a lot of concerts every day on a large podium, as in the past year, on the peninsula adjacent to the port, where the competitions of "Beach Soccer" will also be held. A musical accompaniment all day to create a lively background atmosphere, as well as attract festival visitors to the square, enjoy restaurants and entertainment, and communicate with festival sponsors. Concert programs are a mix of musical styles with solo performers, groups of different cultures and styles; Malagasy, Comoros, Mauritius, Reunion, Seychelles, Mayotte, Maldives. There will be well-known and recognized artists. Three large headliners, a night of opening and closing, as well as the night “drôles de dames” or “Miss Festival 2019” are chosen.
*A crafts fair... The art is a big part of Malagasy culture, the fair offers an opportunity for visitors to discover the know-how of artisans, as well as to purchase various products from Madagascar and the Indian Ocean Islands.
*CineMada... Cinema, not only Nature, is an inexhaustible source of curiosity and enrichment ... For people of all ages, to discover Nature from a different point of view, the Cétamada association will propose a special program during the Festival des Baleines! Fun activities, debates, screenings of cartoons, films and documentaries! This 2019 issue will focus on a variety of topics related to the marine world, the environment, forests, turtles...
*Anjaranay... Visiting of this community training and health center is very interesting activity during the Whale Festival, as Anjaranay products will be used for catering service. You will have free training on agriculture, crafts, beekeeping, and aquaculture.
SPORTS COMPETITION:
*The Beach Soccer Tournament... This well-known sport is very popular in Madagascar. It is similar to football, but on sand, with teams of 5 players on a field three times smaller than a football field. It's quite a sight thanks to a large number of goals and acrobatic stunts. Fine sand, an island lined with beaches, music of afternoon concerts, and luxurious holiday animation. This tournament will bring together the following actors: -FIFA; -The Malagasy Football Federation; -A large national partner brand; -An international equipment supplier. It will be conducted according to the rules and international arbitration rules. This competition will take place in the form of three tournaments: *Malagasy elite clubs tournament over 2 days; *3-day youth tournament; *Tournament of national and international selections over 2 days. A non-stop program for every day of the festival!
*Race on pirogue... The pirogue is a traditional boat of the fishermen of Madagascar. Culturally in the East, its engine is a paddle, in the west is a sail. For the Festival this will be a paddle race. The crew will consist of two rowers. The start will be from the southern tip of the island to arrive at an imaginary line drawn between the two lights of the port. No bypass buoy, straight line along the coast in the path of the vagaries of the winds. Finish in the heart of the Festival.
*Mountain Bike Raid... 45 km mountain bike marathon. “Les gros mollets” on the “profile sport” course will be preferable for this extraordinary time trial on the unknown paths of Nosy Boraha. Start and finish at the Festival Square.
*Petanque Tournament... Players from the mainland, the Indian Ocean and other places will take part in the Petanque Tournament. Madagascar is the land of petanque. Pétanque is a popular kind of sports on Red Island.
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