Madagascar Budget Safari: Nosy Be Island Holiday

15 km away from the Madagascan mainland lies the island Nosy Be. Here you can still discover a little paradise and all the rarities it has to offer including tasty spices and sweet-smelling vanilla.

Climb on Mount Lokone (450m) or Mount Passot (350m) and you will be able to see Nosy Be's jagged coasts, the numerous bays and lovely coves, the deserted beaches and the crystal clear water.

You have the opportunity relax on the white sand beackes or go snorkeling and diving. or do a day trip to the nearby islands, like Nosy Komba where you can come into close contact with the black lemurs that roam this island.

Day 1: Nosy Be – Madagascar

You will be met and transferred on arrival in Nosy Be to Vanila hotel, set along the white sandy beach on the west coast of Nosy Be. Nosy Be, also known as Nosy Manitra -"The scented Island" , brings about fragrances of Ylang Ylang, Frangipani, Vanilla, cocoa, cinnamon and sugar cane. As one of the most popular destinations in Madagascar, Nosy Be has much to offer the visitor: beautiful beaches, views from the peak of Mont Passot, scuba diving and Ylang Ylang distillery to name but a few.

Accommodation: Vanila Hotel

Day 2 - 3: Nosy Be – Madagascar B

At Leisure. Excursions are offered to the smaller surrounding islands off Nosy Be such as Nosy Komba with a chance to view the semi-tame Black Lemurs, Nosy Tanikely for exceptional snorkeling and Scuba diving off the island of Nosy Sakatia.
An organized spice tour may be arranged through the lodge or perhaps a a ride into Hell-Ville to visit the bustling daily market- a good place to pick up spices at very reasonable prices. Enjoy a sundowner at the tiny rustic bar at the top of mount Passot, taking in the breathtaking view of the 7 sacred crater lakes.
Or why not enjoy a sail upon catamaran under the great Madagascan sun. Fishing and diving trips may also be arranged, or simply just enjoy a cocktail or two on the beach admiring the hues of sunset.
All these excursions are booked in your own time and are to your own expense.
Accommodation: Vanila Hotel (Set along the beach, the hotel blends in perfectly to its surrounding landscape of tropical gardens & turquoise sea.)

Day 4: Nosy Be to Antananarivo – Madagascar B

After a leisurely breakfast, check out of Vanila hotel and transfer to the airport for your departing flight to Antananarivo. Upon arrival, you will be met at the airport & transferred to IC Hotel, where you will spend the night in an ensuite room, away from the noise of the city.

Day 5: Antananarivo to Johannesburg – South Africa B

After breakfast at IC Hotel, we will transfer you back to Antananarivo airport, where you will check in for your flight home bringing your Nosy Be Island Holiday on Madagascar to an end.

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