Northern Madagascar
Tropical paradise of turquoise bays, volcanic islands, and the amber-rich rainforests of Amber Mountain.
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Nosy Be
Perfumed island of ylang-ylang, rum, and iridescent lagoons
Diego Suarez
Colonial port city ringed by emerald bays and amber forests
emoji_events Bounties in Northern Madagascar
Snorkel the Coral Gardens of Nosy Tanikely
Drift over pristine coral walls teeming with sea turtles and tropical fish.
Dive with Whale Sharks off Nosy Iranja
Swim alongside the ocean's gentle giants in crystalline tropical waters.
Savor Fresh Grilled Lobster on Ambatoloaka Beach
Feast on flame-grilled lobster and zebu brochettes at sunset on the sand.
Trek Amber Mountain for Lemurs and Waterfalls
Climb through montane rainforest to cascading falls in Madagascar's northernmost national park.
Visit the Lemur Sanctuary on Nosy Komba
Meet black lemurs that leap onto your shoulders on a forested volcanic island.
Hike to the Tsingy Rouge
Marvel at sculpted red sandstone pinnacles glowing like cathedral spires in the afternoon sun.
Hike to the Sacred Crater Lakes of Mont Passot
Climb to Nosy Be's highest point for panoramic views over volcanic lakes and the Mozambique Channel.
Kitesurf Across Emerald Sea Bay
Ride the steady trade winds across one of the world's most scenic kitesurfing bays.
Tour a Ylang-Ylang Distillery
Smell the flower that makes Nosy Be the perfume island of Madagascar.
Devour a Samosa at the Joffre Ville Market
Bite into golden fried sambos stuffed with spiced zebu at the gateway to Amber Mountain.