nosy be
madagascar
Situated in the Indian Ocean between Africa and Asia, Madagascar is a country of diverse ethnic groups, fascinating
landscapes and unique flora and fauna. The "Great Island" of the African east coast will charm you right from the
beginning of your trip.
Madagascar is the fourth biggest island in the world, and is situated 250 miles off the east coast of Africa. Due to
its isolation, the country is a Noah’s Ark for rare plants and animals, and half its birds and most of its animals
exist nowhere else on earth. Madagascar has 10 National Parks, and much of the island is characterised by its lush
green rainforests, seething with creatures such as lemurs and geckoes.
The Malagasy language is of Malayo-Polynesian origin and is generally spoken throughout the island. French is spoken
among the educated population of this former French colony.
nosy be
The Nosy Be Archipelago is situated off the northwest coast of Madagascar (30 x 40km) and has about 40 000 inhabitants. Commonly
known as the "Big Island" and the most well known of all Madagascar's islands, it offers a wide choice of accommodation from
budget to exclusive private island resorts. To make the most of your time on Nosy Be, be sure to visit some of the surrounding
islands with plenty to offer in terms of excursions. Deservedly the most popular of these is, Nosy Tanikely, a marine reserve
with reefs offering astounding snorkelling and diving opportunities. Then there is Nosy Komba, an unofficial sanctuary for a
thriving population of the threatened Black Lemur. At Nosy Komba, the Lemur Sanctuary allows you to get up close and personal
with these endearing animals.
Back on Nosy Be, other places worth visiting include Lokobe, a fisherman's village located southeast of Nosy Be. Travel there
with a local pirogue and walk one hour into a tropical forest. Discover fascinating fauna and flora including lemurs, chameleons
and boa constrictors. Visit the Ylang Ylang distilleries; sample some local rum at Djamandjary, the local rum manufacturer; visit
the highest point on the island Mont Passot cater lakes. A worthwhile stop would be to the Artisan market on the outskirts of
Hellville where wonderful Malagasy handicrafts can be purchased.
For the more energetic, Nosy Be offers a multitude of dive schools, yacht charters, car and motorbike hire, enabling you to
explore Nosy Be at your own pace stopping off at local markets and restaurants at your leisure, before ending your day with a
refreshing sundowner watching the sunset over the cater lakes.
recommended hotels in nosy be
nosy iranja
Nosy Iranja is sometimes called the ‘Turtle Island’ for the visiting Hawksbill turtles that bury heir eggs in its immaculate white beaches. This perfect sanctuary is also home to unique fauna and flora that live in gentle tranquility surrounded by azure seas and natural coral reefs teeming with exotic fish. For a few unforgettable days, the stunning natural beauty of Nosy Iranja could be your very own tropical paradise
vanila hotel
The Vanila Hotel is 30 km from the airport, located on the beach, on the north-western part of Nosy Be Island. The hotel consists of 17 garden rooms with private terraces, 18 sea view rooms with private balconies and four family rooms, all with the international three stars conveniences and two prestige suites beautifully decorated, with a mini hi-fi, DVD player and a Jacuzzi on the balcony. The hotel has two restaurants: the main restaurant, Parfum Vanille, has a seating capacity for 80, where breakfasts and dinners (buffet) are served, and it provides a warm, friendly and musical relaxing atmosphere. The second restaurant, Grill du Sol, has a seating capacity for 40, overlooking the sea. The restaurant offers light meals at lunchtime and gastronomic meals in the evening, based on exotic seafood and dishes. The hotel offers two swimming pools, children facilities, massages, diving, deep sea fishing and tours around the islands, especially on the "orchid island" Nosy Sakatia, situated at 10 minutes in front of the beach of the hotel.
sakatia lodge
Nosy Sakatia, an island away from an island, is a nature’s paradise. Sakatia Island offers the typical unspoilt tropical fauna and flora of this area. Only 6.5 km long and 2 km wide at its widest point, it has a population of 300 inhabitants. There are no roads, only footpaths, where one can wander at leisure and explore its beauty and deserted beaches. The island is fringed with spectacular coral reefs to be enjoyed by snorkellers and scuba divers alike. Situated at the foot of the Sacred Mountain and Nature Reserve is the newly constructed Sakatia Lodge