Discover an island paradise of innumerable treasures�
Madagascar is your portal to an untouched, exotic island paradise of immense beauty. In calm, azure oceans and secret, hidden coves between the fold of beautiful mountains, find yourself swimming and picnicking with a gushing waterfall as a backdrop. Snorkel and dive on spectacular reefs, or find yourself hiking, mid-mountain, with unending views over the island stretching into the distance.Long-cut off from the continent, Madagascar is home to many species of birds, animals and gorgeous wild orchids found nowhere else on earth. Of the ten thousand plants native to Madagascar, 90% are found nowhere else on earth. Whether stretching out on golden-white beaches fringed with tropical plants while sipping cocktails with the background chatter of a rainforest; venturing into the forests in search of the elusive Lemur; canoeing down rivers, Robinson Crusoe-style; or climbing rock formations, Madagascar is a haven of innumerable pleasures and delights awaiting your exploration.
Discover a world of adventure and activities. Fishing, water-skiing, birdwatching, hiking, visiting national parks, zoos and botanical gardens � these are all treasures of this unique and wonderful island off the southeast coast of Africa. Rustic, romantic lodges and hotels are portals to sensuous delights and luxurious lodging. Accommodation options in Madagascar vary from hotels, cottages, villas, tents, camp sites, private luxury safari lodges.
Visit Tsingy de Bemaraha Strict Nature Reserve to explore its forests and mangrove swamps: see birds and animals found nowhere else on earth. The waterfalls of Ampefy, a volcanic region, transport you to a unique world of serenity. Nosy Be and Isle Sainte Marie are world-class diving and snorkelling destinations. In Tsingy de Bemaraha Strict Nature Reserve, wind your way through trails through the exotic rainforest and encounter the rare blue nose chameleon; smell the perfumed plants of ylang-ylang, vanilla and lemongrass at Tanikely.
From exotic beach hideaways to adventurous forested camping getaways, to world-class hotels on the beach-front, let Madagascar-direct sweep you into a portal of relaxation, comforts, delights and undiscovered treasures.
The best time to travel to Madagascar is between the end of April and end of November to avoid the wet season, with April/May and October/November being best for animal activity. June to September normally offers dry, cool weather. From September to November, birds will be nesting and breeding, baby lemurs can be seen clinging to their mothers. Try to avoid end of December to mid April which is the wet season.