With 5000kms of coastline and sunshine most of the year, Madagascar's tropical islands are the ideal setting for relaxation, fishing, snorkelling, scuba diving, yachting and island hopping. Known as the "perfumed island" for its fertile plantations of sugar, pepper, vanilla and ylang-ylang, Nosy Be offers a wide range of accommodation and activities. Day excursions to the Lokobe Reserve, Nosy Komba and Nosy Tanikely are highly recommended. Further north lies the jewel-like archipelago of Nosy Mitsio. With its sparkling water and abundance of marine life this area offers superb snorkelling and scuba diving. Explore these outer islands on a live-aboard yacht, chartered from Nosy Be or indulge yourself at Tsarabanjina's "bare-foot"-luxury hotel chalets.
Secluded coves, relaxed islanders and balmy Indian Ocean island ambience contribute to Sainte Marie's magic.
Nosy Be, pronounced 'Nossy Bay' is situated on the north western coast of Madagascar.
Nosy Iranja is situated 30 miles on the south coast of Nosy Be and is divided into two islands.
Nosy Komba is a volcanic island set between Hell-Ville and Ankify on the mainland.
Tsarabanjina is set on a small uninhabited twenty-two hectare island which offers lush vegetation and crystal clear water.
