Northern Madagascar Islands Safari

Experience the comfort and hospitality of the Malgasy island communities whilst exploring  the diverse and picturesque northern islands and their tropical waters.

The first two nights of your stay you will be in Nosy Be where you can kick back and enjoy the slow Island Life! We then continue on to Tanikely where you will get to snorkle in some amazing clear waters.

Its then off to Nosy Komba with its dense forest and large lemur population. From here its off to Lokobie where you will spend your last couple of nights in a unique and facinating jungle village. You can decide what to do for your last few days with options such as riding on pirogues to sea kayaking!

Its then back to the Capital City of Antananarivo where you tour ends.

DAY 1 & 2: Antananarivo to Nosy Be – Madagascar

A morning departure takes you from Johannesburg, South Africa and into Madagascar's capital, Antananarivo. After a quick stop there and a chance to do some last minute shopping, you fly onto Nosy Be and we transfer by taxi to Chanty beach and then by speedboat to Sakatia Towers, which is on a small private beach. The next two days will be spent snorkeling, taking pleasant walks, exploring the stunning beach, riding on pirogues and sea kayaks, and just soaking up the sand, sea and sun.
Lunch Stop: Sakatia Towers

Accommodation: Sakatia Towers ( Small guest house that is owner run and sits on a private beach, 12m above the sea. Restaurant, bar, laundry, fan, mosquito net)

DAY 3 & 4: Ambatiloka to Nosy Komba – Madagascar BLD

After 2 nights at Sakatia Towers, today we make an early start to Ambatiloka by speed boat and taxi. We then take a day excursion with a beach picnic lunch at Nosy Tanikely Marine Reserve - famed for its world class snorkeling and diving. After that, we proceed to Nosy Komba where will be accommodated at Hotel Jardin Vanille or Lilians Bungalows.
Nosy Komba is a small island surrounded by clear water that is perfect for diving. This tiny island is secluded and remote - perfect for relaxation and fun in the sun. The islands big attraction is a large population of black lemur, roaming the trees, and with any luck, marine turtles may be spotted. Our time on Nosy Komba will be spent relaxing on the beach, taking forest walks up the mountain, visiting the nearby Anjibe village and soaking up the sun. Pirogue trips and deep sea fishing can be organized for those who wish.
Lunch Stop: Picnic spot en-route
Accommodation: Hotel Jardin Vanille or Lilians Bungalows (en suite bungalows, mosquito nets, hot water, restaurant)

DAY 5 & 6: Nosy Komba to Nosy Be, Lokobe Nature Reserve – Madagascar BLD

After breakfast we travel via boat from Nosy Komba to the main island of Nosy Be, where you will check into Sambatra Bed & Breakfast. Just 20 minutes from Hell-ville, its location offers you easy access to the activities contained in the town. You can arrange trips to do Quad biking, visit the local market and Handicrafts market, see the sacred tree or climb Mount Passot.

On day 6, we take a motorised pirogue trip to Lokobe Nature Reserve. Far from the flood of tourists Lokobie Reserve is only accessible by sea and is a haven of peace. Spend the day enjoying jungle walks to see the variety of wildlife, and take in the beautiful sounds of nature. The famous Nosy Be Panther Chameleon is present in this last remaining lowland rainforest on the island.

Lunch Stop day 5: Sandwich lunch en-route
Lunch Stop day 6: Lunch in the reserve of Lokobie
Accommodation: Sambatra Bed & Breakfast (Double bungalows, en suite bathroom, mosquito net and fans plus restaurant. Set on Ambaro beach, facing the peninsula of Nosy Sakatia and the sunset)

DAY 7: Antananarivo – Madagascar B

After breakfast, we proceed by taxi to the airport where we will fly back to the capital city, Antananarivo and catch our flight back to Johannesburg, South Africa.

Please note - lunch is not included in day 7 of your tour. Should your flights have you departing in the afternoon or evening, please make direct arrangements with the hotel for meals. These will be at an additional cost.

Please note that this Madagascar safari can be extended to include additional days at any of the stops above. For more details contact African Budget Safaris.

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