Madagascar· 8 days · Guided
The Perfumed Island
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Selected as the most beautiful island in Africa, Nosy Be in the northwest of Madagascar, is a dream island where the sweetness of life is a real culture. With its green vegetation and volcanic relief, each landscape is presented like a natural postcard. Blue sea and fine white sandy beach provide a pleasant moment of relaxation. An island blessed by the Gods, Nosy Be is surrounded by a series of paradise islands that have remained intimate places where nature still retains all its rights, including whale sharks, sea turtles and black lemurs. Part of the population still follows the ancestral religion. Diving enthusiasts and hikers will find their happiness here.
About this trip
A trip we'd happily do again next month
Selected as the most beautiful island in Africa, Nosy Be in the northwest of Madagascar, is a dream island where the sweetness of life is a real culture. With its green vegetation and volcanic relief, each landscape is presented like a natural postcard. Blue sea and fine white sandy beach provide a pleasant moment of relaxation. An island blessed by the Gods, Nosy Be is surrounded by a series of paradise islands that have remained intimate places where nature still retains all its rights, including whale sharks, sea turtles and black lemurs. Part of the population still follows the ancestral religion. Diving enthusiasts and hikers will find their happiness here.
This is one of our signature guided journeys in Madagascar. We've walked it many times — alone, with friends, with our own families — and we've shaped it into something we're genuinely proud of.
You'll be in a small group, led by a local guide who knows the trails, the families along the way, and the best place to stop for lunch. Nothing rushed. Nothing generic.
Glimpses of the trip
Photos from the trail
Day by day
Your 8-day itinerary
A draft of how the trip flows — every itinerary is fine-tuned around your group, fitness and pace before we book anything.
- 01+
Arrival in Antananarivo
Arrival in Antananarivo and transfer to your accommodation.
Arrival in Antananarivo and transfer to your accommodation.
- 02+
Antananarivo – Nosy Be
Fly to Nosy Be in the northwest, a dream island of green vegetation and volcanic relief, voted the most beautiful island in Africa.
Fly to Nosy Be in the northwest, a dream island of green vegetation and volcanic relief, voted the most beautiful island in Africa.
- 03+
Nosy Komba
Excursion and relaxation in Nosy Komba with meeting the local population and discovery of the primary forest and the black lemurs.
Excursion and relaxation in Nosy Komba with meeting the local population and discovery of the primary forest and the black lemurs.
- 04+
Nosy Tanikely
Snorkeling in the marine park of Nosy Tanikely for its corals and various multicoloured fish.
Snorkeling in the marine park of Nosy Tanikely for its corals and various multicoloured fish.
- 05+
Nosy Iranja
Excursion and relaxation in Nosy Iranja with observation of sea turtles during the seasons.
Excursion and relaxation in Nosy Iranja with observation of sea turtles during the seasons.
- 06+
Relaxation in Nosy Be
Relaxation and swimming in the turquoise water of Nosy Be, surrounded by its chain of paradise islets.
Relaxation and swimming in the turquoise water of Nosy Be, surrounded by its chain of paradise islets.
- 07+
Nosy Be – Antananarivo & Ambohimanga
Flight back to Antananarivo and discovery of the city of Antananarivo and of Ambohimanga, cradle of the Merina monarchy classified as world heritage by UNESCO.
Flight back to Antananarivo and discovery of the city of Antananarivo and of Ambohimanga, cradle of the Merina monarchy classified as world heritage by UNESCO.
- 08+
Departure
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight.
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight.
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What's included
Everything that's covered
- ✓Local guide throughout
- ✓All accommodation in selected guesthouses & hotels
- ✓Daily breakfast and most dinners
- ✓Luggage transfers between stages
- ✓All ground transport during the trip
- ✓Detailed route notes and maps
Not included
What you'll arrange yourself
- —International flights to/from Madagascar
- —Madagascar visa (€35 on arrival)
- —Travel insurance
- —Drinks, tips and personal expenses
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8 days · Guided
The Perfumed Island