Isle Sainte Marie
Madagascar is renowned for its rich cultural heritage, unique wildlife, tropical rainforests and glorious beaches. Escape to the peaceful unspoiled natural beauty of Isle Sainte Marie offering the adventurous traveller a fascinating and unusual vacation destination.
The 60 kilometre island of Isle Sainte Marie lies on the north-east coast of Madagascar and is breathtakingly beautiful with coconut palms swaying in the light Indian Ocean breezes, lush vegetation resembling a Garden of Eden, pristine isolated beaches and secluded bays which is ideal for a honeymoon couple seeking intimate solitude, and a wonderful spirited atmosphere. Although Isle Sainte Marie offers visitors the ultimate escape from civilisation there is a splendid selection of hotels ranging from charmingly simple to exclusively luxurious as well as gorgeous beach cabins and chalets with all the necessary modern facilities.
Discover the wealth of Isle Sainte Marie’s pirate history. Explore the old hidden caves rumoured to hold pirate treasures and shipwrecks, or take a trip to view the pirate graves. Take a guided walking tour to see historical sites, whereas bicycle and scooter rides is a splendid way of interacting with the Malagasy people en route exploring the coves and awe-inspiring natural surroundings. Fantastic colourful coral reefs beckon to be dived and snorkelled, or stroll along the powder white sand beaches and watch the awesome sunrises and sunsets. Partake in a myriad of water sport activities and from July to October enjoy the excitement of the humpback whale migration that can be seen between Isle Sainte Marie and the Madagascar mainland. Isle Sainte Marie is an idyllic destination, tranquil and pure, truly a piece of paradise on earth.
