Tongasoa! Welcome! How was your international flight? You are now in Antananarivo, the Capital city! Our bureau's team will be at the airport to welcome you from your international flight. Already now is the time for selfie lovers to take beautiful shots! Our Adventure Holiday tour will begin in Antananarivo, where we will depart by car, but before catching a hotel we will visit in the Ivato crocodile farm, also called “Croc Farm”. Spanning three hectares, this lush green oasis is ideal for you to relax, as we know that having an international flight is tiring.

From the “Croc Farm” we will transfer you to your hotel, where you will stay overnight. Time to settle a bit. Get refreshed. In the evening after dinner, over cocktails we discuss our program. From the first day to the last day our experienced and professional guide and the driver will be next to you, so don’t worry about it, they are near to make sure you have everything you need. We are leaving tomorrow.

This morning, depending on the flight schedule, we will proceed to your transfer to the airport and flight to Nosy Be.

Let’s enjoy it and discover this amazing place. Transfer by car to the harbour, where we boarding on the catamaran sailboat moored at the crater (Ambatoloaka, Nosy Be) and we will sail directly to Nosy Tanikely Marine Reserve. Start gathering highlights from today on: enjoy exploring the beaches, swimming in the sea before going for a walk along the coast. Relax.

Nosy Tanikely Marine Reserve characterized by rich coral bottom frequented by sea turtles, well-known site for the scuba diver. Equipped with masks, fins and snorkels, we will take the time to explore the extraordinary seabed of the lagoon and we stroll on the small islet to explore it.

The place is perfective, you will can appreciate this beginning of trip. Snorkeling, bathing, and lunch on the plage, then sailing to the Nosy Komba (volcanic formation island of 680 m altitude, known for its handicraft market and its lemurs reserve). Stunning place of anchorage. If you want, we can make an evening stroll on the island and in the forest for search famous lemurs Macaco.

Early morning, we will go ashore to walk on the island and visit the small reserve to see lemurs, tortoises, boas, and so on. Don’t be afraid, our tour guide will be there to lead you all the way! Back on board,we raise the anchor and we will sail until we reach the sacred island of Nosy Faly, while passing by Nosy Vorona, having lunch, drinking, swimming time, relaxing under sunlight!  The ocean is even more beautiful than emerald. After our luxuriate time under the sun, we will have lunch on board. Make of the most of your day by enjoying the magnificent ocean and the view!

Night stop near Nosy Faly where we spend the night in serenity. Of course, dinner and overnight on board.

How was your night? Isn’t that wonderful to be able get in such an amazing place as Nosy Faly? Extend your arms. Enjoy the sunshine. Refresh yourself. Wear light and colorful clothing. Today we continue our adventures!

After a good breakfast on board, we will go ashore to visit an authentic fishermen’s village. An extraordinary moment of encounters and discovery of a way of life that is in total communion with nature and the sea. We will then leave after lunch to join Nosy Fanihy while traveling along Nosy Be coast. We will get to a very beautiful beach. Nightstop in Andilana bay, near Nosy Be.

Early in the morning departure for Nosy Ankazoberavina, an island, with the sugar loaf of Nosy Ankivonjy and Nosy Antsoha it is a small archipelago which was declared marine reserve, protected, and characterized by sea turtles nests on the beach and lemurs roaming the forest. This island is surrounded by hot waters of the channel of Mozambique in a zone where abound the sharks, the tunas and dolphins. As Ankazoberavina is completely surrounded by a coral sea bed of great beauty, it thus shelters, in its transparent waters, a very big variety of fishes. It is a well protected ecosystem.

The island of Ankazoberavina is an important breeding center of Sea Turtles.Two types of turtles come to nest on the island the green turtle Chelonia Mydas and the hawksbill turtle Ertmochelys Imbricata. After incubation for 60 days you can witness the extraordinary spectacle of about 150-200 turtles running towards the sea defying predatory birds, crabs, fish to get to the reef.

Visit of the island, snorkeling or scuba diving and bathing during morning.

After lunch, visit of Nosy Anchoa and Ankyvonjy islands among this small archipelago. They are populated by sea birds of different species (frigate, sole, eagle fisher) and calm navigation in direction of Russians Bay. Russian Bay is a fascinating area full of mystery and intrigue. The marine environment is remarkable for its beauty and biodiversity. This region is known for the presence of dolphins, whale sharks and manta rays. The humpback whales mate and give birth in this area. The beaches also serve as nesting place for sea turtles while many fringing coral reefs are real natural aquariums. The marine life in the bay itself is spectacular, offering wonderful snorkeling and diving, especially on the reefs outside the entrance.

Anecdotally: the Bay of the Russians owes its name of Russian imperial squadron which was left St Petersburg, and who made it stopover from December 1904 till March 1905.

This morning take advantage of the boat and make stopover on the magnificent beach of Ampohana, breakfast on board or on the beach. The peninsula of Ankatafa, the entrance of the magnificent Bay of the Russians, have inner sea of 8,5 x 6,5 km. The Bay of Russians has beautiful white sand beaches lined with coconut trees and filao. In late morning we departure for Nosy Iranja, the most distant island making up Nosy Be archipelago. By leaving the Bay of the Russians, we can stop in the sugar loaf, the isolated and steep volcanic island at the foot of which you can devote to the enjoyment of the snorkeling or scuba diving.

A descent in the South of 2 hours, brings us to Nosy Iranja (the island of the tortoises). This island is classified as one of 30 more beautiful islands of the world. In fact, this are two paradisiac islands (nosy Iranja be - the big and nosy Iranja kely - the small), connected by a sumptuous white sand bank. Nosy Iranja is loved by travelers for its gorgeous green turquoise water, sandbank, and walk on shore.

Enjoy your escape in the middle of nowhere. Be free to move, dance, swim and admire. Build your best memories in a place where the beach is fabulous and where the ocean is calling you. On the small main island, there is a lighthouse, it was built by Gustave Eiffel. Working formerly in the oil, he does not shine anymore, but impose his metallic tall figure. The lighthouse can be visited, you will enjoy a splendid view in 360°on the whole coast. In the shade of impressive secular mangoes, the house of the guard of the lighthouse was transformed into primary school.

After all the affairs on this island, we will leave for a one-hour sail trip to join Baramahamay’s stunning anchorage, a long arm of river very protected and nestled between a primary forest and mangroves. It is a great anchorage, where you can go and meet the inhabitants of a small fishing village.

Today we will have an early departure from Baramahamay to Nosy Kalakajoro, the first island of the splendid archipelago of Radama. On our way, we will make a stop in the middle of the trip on the “Vespal bank”. There, swim in the crystal clear water and in the late morning we will drop our anchor in front of the beach of Kalakajoro.

At the approach of this small island, one could believe the existence of paradise on earth, the water is of an astonishing transparency and once landed the feet sink comfortably in a dusty sand dazzling whiteness, The scenery is rough, wild and natural. Its coastal fringe has charm, this charm that nature knows how to render to the one who discovers it the first time.

Another great time to enjoy swimming and walking. The site does not seem populated. Some seeds of badam trees fallen on the foothills of the beach, begin to germinate, many shrubs are entangled there. Here, the raw, wild decor is natural. Modern man has not yet imposed his aesthetic and square concept on this generous and expansive nature. The relief and the intense vegetation of the island has surely attracted, for a long time already, some master naval carpenters, which one here, "foundi".

The bravest can climb to the top of the island by following a ridge trail. The panorama is superb, and the trip is really worth it. This island is also famous for these shipbuilding yards and one can admire the work of artisans who carve canoes and dhows with the aid of a simple adze.

After breakfast, we will leave the Nosy Kalakajoro to reach the island of Antanimora, sacred island for Sakalava people, with landing on Nosy Berafia  island - it is the largest Island of the archipelago of Radama (2500 ha). The Southern half of the island is covered of more or less abandoned plantations (coffee, pepper, ylang-ylang) from the first half of the twentieth century, while the largest village has been settled along the sheltered long beach on the West Coast. At this point an old metal sign indicates that the island is owned by the family Hassanaly & son. The small village of Mahabo, perched on the top of a wooded hill, is well worth a look. Visitors have to abide certain customs as the village houses some Mahabo royal tombs. Mamady still reigns on this small isolated area. Most kings and queens Sakalava occupy an important place in community life. Their power is mostly spiritual because they have a duty to represent God on Earth. Their shamanic skills allow them to communicate with the ancestors during certain ceremonies. In the picture - a gigantic bat - may reach the size of to 1 meter!

Taking lunch on the beach and sailing towards the island of Antanimora, up to the coral barrier, ideal place for troll fishing. We will spend the rest of the day swimming, snorkeling and lazing around in this magical place, in the Antanimora island. Let's also we will take a walk on the island. Hundreds of birds have found a nesting site and are perched on the rocks surrounding the island. Its long beach is occupied by one of the largest camps of shark fishermen of this region. Wings of dogfish are collected and then exported to Asia. There is an old coconut plantation that can be visited. At low tide, the beach is prolonged by a thin tongue of sand that discovers and incites to the promenade at sunset. In the evening, the pirogues of the fishermen are drawn dry, sails turned down on the antennas, and the catches of the fishing are exposed to the sun on dryers planted in the sand. Men cut wood or eviscerate catches of the day, while women pound cassava and rice or take care of children.

How was your night? Isn’t that wonderful to be able get in such an amazing place? After breakfast, we want to please you by going to Nosy Valiha, island known for the variety of its coral species and its profusion of fish.

Valiha is an amazing island ringed with superb white sandy beaches, boasting a remarkable black pebble beach and a singularly beautiful mangrove swamp lending an enchanting, fairy-tale atmosphere to the spot. Its crystal-clear tropical lagoon will enthrall lovers of bathing and the laid-back life. The whole island is covered in a luxuriant profusion of wild tamarind, mango and banana trees, satraka and coconut palms. Its gently rolling hills provide splendid sweeping ocean views (over 180°).

Two fresh-water lakes are being was created as a perfect addition to the existing natural waterfall.

Valiha has unique biodiversity, endemic to Madagascar, an impressive submarine aquarium. Numerous species of coral, invertebrates and fish have been observed there. Among the most striking protected species are the Humpbacked whales, spotted off the coast (especially in July and August), during the calving and mating season before continuing their migration further north. In addition, 5 to 6 species of Turtles have chosen to lay their eggs on Valiha Island's eastern beach... This biodiversity makes it a simply unique and majestic place.

We are free to explore the island on foot.

Departure at 6.30 am for the private island of Nosy Saba, 2h30 to reach the island. Do you like stroll? The great outdoors? Still unknown to the general public, the small island of Nosy Saba, a small stretch of land lost off the northwest coast of Madagascar is a destination with enchanting charm - is the ideal place for an easy hike, off the beaten track and in the forest, in the heart of a nature that is almost intact and an abundance of wildlife. Island rich in biodiversity and panoramas through the way Robinson Crusoe. An astonishment guaranteed.

Visitors are encouraged to explore this paradise on the various tracks which includes a pathway leading into the primary forest where the rare and endemic blue-eyed lemurs, the Eulemur macaco flavifrons and Eulemur rubriventer can be encountered. In addition, you can also initiate yourself to kitesurfing or water skiing.

After lunch, 3-hour drive to the old prison of Nosy Lava. Today the penal colony is no more than a collection of ruins which one can visit while remaining cautious. Behind the mansions, a path crosses the mangrove and makes it possible to sink into the savannah to the lighthouse, from where one can appreciate the point of view. The island has a really nice reef surrounding it and is hilly on the interior with white sand beaches. It is under the benevolent gaze of the lighthouse that you can bathe with a decor of a beach of fine sand, coconut palms, a bay sapphire and emerald, surrounded by white cliffs.

Another surprise! Departure from 7am for a sailing day, alternating regular and motor sailing. We will take advantage of these 7h to fish along the coast.

In morning, we will depart to the bay of Narinda, this is The kingdom of the fishing eagle. The limestone mushrooms, crowned with vegetation, scattered in front of Narinda Bay. They are the result of tectonic movements and climate changes that have changed the level of the Mozambique Canal over millennia. A fishing eagle, the emblematic ankoay sometimes hovering at the above the islets, adding a little magic to the landscape. The bay of Narinda sinks into the Grande Terre, parallel to the coast, for about twenty kilometers. Imagine a fjord bordered with baobabs, you will have almost the vision that is offered to the rare visitors of this remote region.

At lunchtime, we will get to the fabulous bay of Moramba, a fragile paradise and the kingdom of the baobabs. Surreal and sublime landscapes, incredible vegetation and improbable baobab trees fixed on volcanic mushrooms. It is a magical place. It's too wonderful. The northwest coast of Madagascar is a succession of bays with limpid waters, bordering one of the wildest regions of the great country. One of the most spectacular and less known of them is certainly the Bay of Moramba. In places the Baobabs grow out of the rock face and then turn upwards, the rock formations have to be seen to be believed, and there are rock bridges and caves all over the place.

Today end of the cruise. We are on the paradise earth of producer Charles Gassot, where we will stay in the guesthouse. He built his guesthouse away from men and closer to nature.

Welcome to your secluded tropical paradise. A private oasis on the northwest coast of Madagascar. Most afternoons our resident lemurs stop by to say hello.

Bay of Moramba is part of unique and magical places where the beauty of nature is breathtaking. It is one of the most beautiful natural sites in Madagascar. It is home to a unique fauna and flora. Inaccessible and covered with vegetation, the rocky islets are a sanctuary for many endemic plant and animal species. Wet at the foot of a small islet covered with majestic baobabs, pachypodiums.... What a lovely area with its mini-lava encrusted islands, numerous baobab trees, white-black maki-maki’s (what we’re now calling lemurs these days!), parrots (noisy), eagles fishermen and egrets.

We think of Marovasa Be as a little piece of paradise. To leave this special destination takes a little bit more effort than your typical holiday but rest assured that it is well worth it. Here’s how to get here:

1) Here have own airfield and we may depart either by chartered plane (1h 45min).

2) By boat + commercial air: Marovasa Be boats will take us for the two and a half hour scenic crossing to the coastal town of Mahajanga. Taking an Air Madagascar flight to Antananarivo (departure of flight: 14:05 or 17-55, Fri, Sat, Mon - Flight time 1 hour).

3) For the adventurous travelers interested in seeing more of the country from the road view: By boat + a car 4x4. Marovasa Be boats will take us for the two and a half hour scenic crossing to the coastal town of Mahajanga. The car 4x4 from Mahajanga to Antananarivo is a fun and more reasonable alternative. During the picturesque nine-hour trip, you will stop for lunch, take in the scenery.

Today your tour ends. A transfer back to the airport Ivato. We wish you a comfortable journey home and are sure you will take with you some wonderful memories of Madagascar. Experienced travelers are used to goodbyes, but that doesn't mean they get any easier. When the time comes to depart the wonderful Madagascar, we wouldn't be surprised if you were already planning a return trip!