Nosy Be or Sainte-Marie?
Beaches, whales, whale sharks, seasons and access: our honest comparison to pick your island.
Read the guide →Madagascar Travel Articles & Guides
Practical guides written by our local team to help you plan your Madagascar trip: budget, transport, itineraries, seasons, and destination-specific advice. Everything you need to prepare your journey — no fluff, just useful information.
Madagascar in the Rainy Season
November to April: rain by region, cyclones, roads and tips for a flexible itinerary.
Read the guide →Northern Madagascar Road Trip
Diego Suarez, Emerald Sea, Amber Mountain, Red Tsingy, Ankarana and kitesurfing in 5 to 7 days from Nosy Be.
Read the guide →Diving & Snorkeling in Nosy Be
Nosy Tanikely, Sakatia, Iranja: best spots, season, mandatory booking and the rules to follow.
Read the guide →Swimming with Whale Sharks in Nosy Be
September to December season, what a boat trip is like, the code of conduct and tips for a responsible encounter.
Read the guide →Ifaty, Anakao & Toliara: the south-west beaches guide
Madagascar's driest coast: lagoon, Nosy Ve, Reniala baobabs, Ifaty vs Anakao, when to go (even in the rainy season) and prices.
Read the guide →Catamaran in Nosy Be: the guide
Formats, islands, season and tips for a day at sea in Nosy Be, with a tailor-made proposal.
Read the article →Lemuria Land in Nosy Be: lemurs, tortoises and ylang-ylang
What you will see, opening hours, entrance fee, visiting tips and how to combine it with Mont Passot at sunset.
Read the article →Madagascar in 3 weeks: a slow travel itinerary
21 days, fewer bases and shorter drives: highlands, Andasibe, Ranomafana, Isalo and the south-west coast, with budget and variants.
Read the guide →Isalo & the RN7: the complete road trip guide
Antananarivo to Toliara stop by stop: Ranomafana, Anja, Isalo hikes, honest 2026 road conditions and park fees.
Read the guide →Madagascar National Park Fees 2027
Entry fees double on 1 November 2026: new categories, daily prices in ariary and what it means for your budget.
Read the guide →Flights to Nosy Be & Madagascar 2026-2027
Direct flights, connections, domestic flights and new routes: how to get to Nosy Be and Madagascar.
Read the guide →Madagascar vs Mauritius, Seychelles or Zanzibar?
An honest comparison of Indian Ocean islands: beaches, wildlife, culture, seasons and crowds.
Read the guide →Madagascar with Kids
Best age, best regions, a 12-day family itinerary and health tips for travelling with children.
Read the guide →Choosing a Private Driver-Guide
Agency or independent, 10 questions to ask, prices and red flags before you book.
Read the guide →Honeymoon in Nosy Iranja
Sandbank, sea turtles, a night on the island or a private boat: our guide to a perfect honeymoon in Nosy Be.
Read the guide →Avenue of the Baobabs, Morondava
Avenue of the Baobabs, Tsingy de Bemaraha, Manambolo, Kirindy: the complete (and unfiltered) guide to the wild West.
Read the guide →10 Tourist Mistakes in Madagascar
Distances, cash, malaria, local guides: the mistakes we see every week, and how to avoid them.
Read the guide →Madagascar Budget for 15 Days
Real 2026 costs: flights, hotels, food, parks, transport. Budget breakdown by travel style.
Read the guide →How to Get Around Madagascar
Private transfers, domestic flights, taxi-brousse, boats. Prices, travel times and tips.
Read the guide →Madagascar in 10 Days
4 detailed itineraries (North, West, South, East) with real costs and distances.
Read the guide →Nosy Be Excursion Price
The $45 package explained: what's included, what's not, and how to book.
Read the guide →When to Visit Madagascar
Seasons, weather, cyclones, whale watching and best periods by region.
Read the guide →Things to Do in Nosy Be
15 must-do activities: islands, beaches, snorkeling, Lokobe, Mont Passot, local culture.
Read the guide →Where to See Lemurs in Madagascar
Andasibe, Isalo, Nosy Be, Kirindy: which species, where, and when. No costume required.
Read the guide →Tsingy de Bemaraha: Complete Guide
Petit vs Grand Tsingy, how to get there from Morondava, via ferrata difficulty, best season.
Read the guide →Madagascar Visa & Entry Requirements
2026 e-visa prices by duration, passport rules, documents, health requirements.
Read the guide →Is Madagascar Safe to Visit?
Honest answers on petty crime, road safety, health, wildlife and how to reduce risk.
Read the guide →Whale Watching in Sainte-Marie
Best season (July-Sept), prices, ethical operators, what to actually expect on the boat.
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