8-Day Nosy Be Island Escape
Overview
Tour Overview
Madagascar Safari: This 8-day getaway in Nosy Be combines relaxation with discovery. The itinerary includes island excursions to Nosy Iranja, Nosy Komba, Nosy Tanikely
Day by Day
Itinerary
Arrival at Nosy Be
Day 1Arrival at Nosy Be Arrival at Nosy Be On arrival at Fascene Airport, you are welcomed by the team and transferred to your hotel. After settling in, you have time to relax or explore the nearby beach. In the afternoon, you may visit Hell-Ville’s local market for a first glimpse of island life. The day ends with your first sunset over the Indian Ocean. Dinner and overnight at your seaside hotel in Nosy Be. Main Destination: Nosy Be Accommodation: Gérard et Francine Mid-range hotel located on Nosy Be +7 Photos +6 Photos Meals & Drinks: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Excursion to Nosy Antsoha and Nosy Iranja
Day 2Excursion to Nosy Antsoha and Nosy Iranja Excursion to Nosy Antsoha and Nosy Iranja After breakfast, you travel by speedboat to Nosy Antsoha, a small island sanctuary known for its lemurs and clear waters. You enjoy a short guided walk and some time to swim before continuing to the twin islands of Nosy Iranja. Here, you can walk along the white sandbank connecting the two islets and admire the turquoise lagoons. A picnic lunch is served on the beach, followed by free time for swimming or snorkeling. You return to Nosy Be in the late afternoon to relax. Main Destination: Nosy Iranja Accommodation: Gérard et Francine Mid-range hotel located on Nosy Be Meals & Drinks: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Sacred Tree and Waterfall – Hell-Ville – Andilana Beach – Sunset at Mont Passot
Day 3Sacred Tree and Waterfall – Hell-Ville – Andilana Beach – Sunset at Mont Passot Sacred Tree and Waterfall – Hell-Ville – Andilana Beach – Sunset at Mont Passot This morning, you explore the cultural side of Nosy Be with visits to the Sacred Tree and the Sacred Waterfall, both important sites for the local Sakalava people. You then continue to Hell-Ville for a short city tour and a visit to the local market. After lunch, you travel north to Andilana Beach, one of the island’s most scenic stretches of sand, with time to swim or relax. Later in the day, you drive to Mont Passot to enjoy one of Madagascar’s most memorable sunsets. You return to your hotel for dinner and an overnight stay. Main Destination: Nosy Be Accommodation: Gérard et Francine Mid-range hotel located on Nosy Be Meals & Drinks: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Excursion to Nosy Komba and Nosy Tanikely
Day 4Excursion to Nosy Komba and Nosy Tanikely Excursion to Nosy Komba and Nosy Tanikely After breakfast, you depart by boat for a full-day excursion to Nosy Komba and Nosy Tanikely. On Nosy Komba, you visit a small village, see black lemurs and browse local handicraft markets. You then continue to Nosy Tanikely, a protected marine reserve ideal for snorkeling among coral reefs and tropical fish. A picnic lunch is served on the beach, followed by time to swim or relax. You return to Nosy Be in the late afternoon. Main Destination: Nosy Komba Accommodation: Gérard et Francine Mid-range hotel located on Nosy Be Meals & Drinks: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Visit to Lokobe National Park
Day 5Visit to Lokobe National Park Visit to Lokobe National Park Today, you head out to explore Lokobe National Park, one of the last remaining primary forests on Nosy Be. You travel by traditional pirogue to reach the park and then take a guided walk with a local naturalist. Along the way, you may see black lemurs, chameleons, geckos and endemic bird species in their natural habitat. After the visit, lunch is enjoyed in a nearby village before returning to your hotel. The rest of the afternoon is at leisure. Main Destination: Lokobe National Park Accommodation: Gérard et Francine Mid-range hotel located on Nosy Be Meals & Drinks: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Excursion to Nosy Sakatia
Day 6Excursion to Nosy Sakatia Excursion to Nosy Sakatia After breakfast, you take a short boat ride to Nosy Sakatia, also known as "Orchid Island." The island offers good snorkeling conditions and the chance to swim with sea turtles in clear waters. You also visit a small fishing village and walk through areas of local vegetation and vanilla plantations. A seafood lunch is served on the beach, followed by time to relax or sunbathe. You return to Nosy Be in the late afternoon. Main Destination: Nosy Sakatia Accommodation: Gérard et Francine Mid-range hotel located on Nosy Be Meals & Drinks: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Leisure Time on the Beach
Day 7Leisure Time on the Beach Leisure Time on the Beach Enjoy a full day at leisure to relax and make the most of Nosy Be’s beaches. You may choose to enjoy a spa treatment, try paddleboarding or simply relax under the palm trees. Optional activities such as scuba diving, quad biking or horseback riding can be arranged. In the evening, take a final walk along the coast before your farewell dinner, marking the end of your island stay. Main Destination: Nosy Be Accommodation: Gérard et Francine Mid-range hotel located on Nosy Be Meals & Drinks: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Departure from Nosy Be
Day 8Departure from Nosy Be Departure from Nosy Be Depending on your schedule, you enjoy a relaxed breakfast and some final time by the sea. If time allows, you may stop at a local market or spice shop for souvenirs. You are then transferred to Fascene Airport for your flight to Antananarivo or your onward destination. Assistance is provided with check-in before departure. This marks the end of your Nosy Be island adventure. Main Destination: Nosy Be Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals & Drinks: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included End of tour (See Getting There for more details)End of tour (See Getting There for more details) Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport. Interested in This Tour? Request a Quote We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators (Learn why) Requests are sent directly to the tour operator If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly Next: Overview Next: Day by Day Next: Rates Next: Inclusions Next: Getting There Next: Offered By Best price guarantee Your request will be sent directly to the operator If preferred, you can contact the operator directly Next: Request a Quote Request a Quote Disclaimer This tour is offered by Mi Travel Agency, not SafariBookings. This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings. If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change. The exact order, contents
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Included & Excluded
Included
- A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Not Included
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
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