The North: captivating and heavenly

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Tongasoa in Madagascar! 

Arrival at Ivato international airport. You will be met at the airport by our team and transferred to your hotel. Depending on your arrival, your travel designer in Madagascar will meet you at the hotel for a general briefing on your stay and activities. 

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Flight to the northern tip of the Grande Île

Transfer early in the morning for your flight to Diego Suarez! 

Antsiranana (Diego-Suarez) is the capital of the Diana region, located at the northern tip of the island, and the island's third port. Lined with colonial buildings, it is rich in human and cultural capital, as well as land and sea resources. This is why Diego has become a dream destination, offering a multitude of land and water-based activities in a breathtaking landscape of white sandy beaches and towering mountain ranges. 

On arrival, you'll be met by our team and driven into town for breakfast. You'll then head for Anosiravo, 10 km from town, where you'll find the famous “Montagne des Français”. 

On a visit to Montagne des Français, you'll see caves and fortresses built by former French soldiers.  Biodiversity of flora and fauna with high rates of endemism. For example, 2 species of baobab, a specimen endemic to Diego Suarez and medicinal plants. Various types of vegetation are found here, including the world's only “T”-shaped baobab Suarezensis.

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After breakfast, you'll travel by 4×4 to Baie des Sakalava. Walk along the 3 bays (Baie des Sakalava, Baie des pigeons and Baie des dunes) bordered by turquoise sea and white sand.

The path skirts a forest of endemic baobabs and flamboyant trees and ends at the majestic entrance to the Baie de Diégo pass.

Visit the lighthouse and former French military installations.

In the afternoon, transfer to the fishing village of Ramena and swim in the bay as the sun sets.

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After breakfast, departure for the Ramena pier, where you'll board traditional Latin sail or motor boats for a relaxing day on the beach. 

The Mer d'Emeraude is an emerald-colored lagoon just beyond the small pass heading north. Shallow and transparent, it offers the chance to dive into a dreamy natural aquarium where fish of all shapes, sizes and colors seem to have made a rendezvous. Snorkeling and swimming.  

Seafood lunch on the beach (not included in the price). 

In the afternoon, the boat crew will take you back to Ramena via the tsingy coral reefs and return to Diego. Arriving in Diego, departure for Joffreville, one hour's drive maximum. 

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After breakfast, departure for a hike in the Montagne d'Ambre National Park. 

Renowned for its brookesia, the world's smallest chameleon, crowned lemurs, mangosteens and primary forests, Montagne d'Ambre is situated at an altitude of 1,475 m and is therefore the only humid zone in the Diana region, like an oasis in the middle of a semi-arid region. The park is one of Madagascar's well-irrigated areas, with a rainfall of around 3,585 mm, and is characterized by wilderness, rivers and lakes, torrents and waterfalls.

After the visit, you'll continue to Ankarana and make a short visit to the Tsingy Rouge, leaving the cool zone by taking the fork to the left 60 km from Diego and continuing on a red track to the Tsingy rouge. The Tsingy is an exceptional geological formation, made up of Gré, limestone and marl in pointed shapes, sculpted by the Irodo river, rain and wind into the great canyon of different colors, ranging from white to ochre, orange... The hike passes through three different viewpoints where you can admire the Tsingy.

Then you reach the village of Mahamasina, the entrance to Ankarana Est Park.

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The morning is devoted to a visit to the East Ankarana Park. This magnificent massif of coral origin extends over 35 km, interspersed with numerous forests, caves and underground rivers. It contains an important part of the history of the Antakarana people. The main attraction is the Tsingy, a karst landscape listed, a geological ensemble that astonishes with its sharp, lunar relief. This 18,220-hectare reserve is home to a variety of endemic vegetation, including numerous species of euphorbia, pachipodium and cactus. . The reserve also boasts 10 species of lemur (crowned lemur, Sanford's lemur, etc.) and 92 species of bird, 54 of which are endemic to Madagascar.

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You continue your journey to Ambanja. 

Arriving in Ambanja, you'll have the pleasure of visiting the Millot plantation, created by Lucien Millot in the early 20th century. The plantation produces cocoa (which is exported to some of the world's finest restaurants), as well as spices (pepper, chili, combava, etc.), vanilla, lemongrass, patchouli, vetiver, ravintsara and ylang-ylang. But the main focus of your visit will be cocoa. You'll be able to take part in the cocoa harvest, the planting of cocoa trees and the opening of the pods. You can also watch the cocoa being fermented and dried, and the cocoa beans being stirred and dried on the drawers. 

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After breakfast, you'll head for Ankify, just a few kilometers away, to take the boat across the sea to Nosy Be harbor. 

On arrival at Nosy Be, you'll be greeted and transferred by the staff of the hotel where you'll be staying. 

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Free day in Nosy Be. You can take part in the activities offered by your hotel at your own expense. 

What to see / What to do : 

Nosy Be
Beaches and water sports: Enjoy Nosy Be's superb beaches, ideal for relaxation, swimming and water sports. Madirokely beach is particularly popular for its spectacular sunsets. The waters around the island are perfect for scuba diving and snorkeling, with coral reefs sheltering rich and colorful marine life.

Nature excursions: Explore the Lokobe nature reserve, where you can observe lemurs and fascinating endemic flora. A hike up Mont Passot rewards you with a breathtaking panoramic view of the island and its surroundings.

Culture and Tradition: Discover the local culture by visiting Hell-Ville, the capital of Nosy Be, with its lively market, colonial buildings and restaurants serving Malagasy specialties and fresh seafood.

Neighboring islands
Nosy Komba: Known as the lemur island, Nosy Komba is famous for its traditional fishing villages and lemurs, which you can observe up close. The island also offers magnificent beaches and hiking trails through lush vegetation.

Nosy Tanikely: This small islet is a protected marine reserve, ideal for snorkeling and diving. Its clear waters make it easy to spot coral, multicolored fish and sometimes even sea turtles. A lighthouse at the top of the island offers breathtaking panoramic views.

Nosy Sakatia: Known as the orchid island, Nosy Sakatia is a haven for nature lovers and those seeking tranquillity. Explore its hiking trails, secluded beaches and waters rich in marine life.

Nosy Iranja: Composed of two islets linked by a white sandbank visible at low tide, Nosy Iranja is often considered one of the most beautiful islands in the region. It's an ideal spot for a day trip, with idyllic beaches and waters ideal for swimming and snorkeling.

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Free day in Nosy Be. You can take part in the activities offered by your hotel at your own expense. 

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Depending on your flight schedule, you will be taken to the airport.

We want to thank you for choosing us and wish you a pleasant trip. We hope to see you soon.

Misaotra ! Veloma !