The island of Madagascar is not as popular and widely visited as the islands of the Caribbean or the islands of Asia. However, what Madagascar does offer is incredibly beautiful beaches, water and every aspect is rich in culture. Whether it’s mountainside views, animal-packed African brush, or the warm blue waters of the Mozambique Channel—Madagascar should be on everyone’s bucket list. Madagascar is famous for its lemurs, chameleons, orchids and breathtaking baobab trees, but it also has some of the world’s best flora and fauna, adding to a relaxing experience.
Madagascar’s hidden gem
local community
The island of Madagascar has multiple cultures, 18 dialects and different belief systems. One part that is often missed by travelers is seeing how some of the locals live their lives. Although they live third world lives and in some ways it can be sad to see how individuals live in these conditions, hospitality and culture is a simple must! The nature you will see, the food you will eat and the multitude of people will be one of the fondest memories of your trip. Authenticity is heart warming.
Sartanana National Park
Tsaratanana National Park is home to forests, wildlife, rivers and mountainous terrain. You can spend weeks experiencing all its beauty. Hiking, climbing and watching the famous lemurs in action – it’s the perfect place to do it all. It is also known that the park has many new species which are always being discovered by biologists, recently 3 new species of gecko have been found.
Ifati
Ifat is found on the southwestern tip of Madagascar, a stretch of fishing villages and known for its luxury resorts and stunning beaches. The Indian Ocean offers high-class marine life, perfect if you’re looking to scuba dive or snorkel. Fresh fish curries, reed villages, catamaran tours, and the perfect place to relax—this is Ifati.
Cap St. Mary
This is where the Mozambique Channel meets the Indian Ocean, sky and water merge and although it’s a spectacular sight it’s hard to tell exactly where. It is located on the southernmost tip of Madagascar. It is not much sought after and not often visited as the nearest city is an eight hour drive away. If you have patience, time and are looking for a totally rare experience then this is the place for you! You can spot humpback whales from the sand dunes, ancient remains can be found in the sand, and the locals spear-fishing is a sight of its own.
be a nosy
Nosy Be is home to Madagascar’s trademark beaches. However, the coves and inlets are alluring and simply gorgeous. It is a center of Madagascar’s beach parties that fall across the yellow sands. You can take boat trips to different parts of the island and one of them must be Nosy Be to experience its alluring and serene scenery.
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