Immersion in Sakalava country
Nosy Komba & Tanikely


MBOLA TSARA …Tongasoa to the island of perfumes!
Dive into the heart of Nosy Be differently, a piece of paradise on earth. Nosy Be has its secrets, Chrismiatours Madagascar will reveal them for you. Nosy Be, a dream destination, with an area of 321 km², has a regular shape with a rather turbulent relief. Its highest point is Lokobe with 450 m to the South-East of the island and then Mount Passot at 315 m.
Where is Nosy be located?
Nosy Be literally translated “the Great Island”, is also nicknamed “the island of perfumes. Ideally located in the Mozambique Channel in the Indian Ocean off the north-west coast of Madagascar, gateway to this archipelago made up of several still virgin and paradisiacal islands, it offers us a multitude of memorable land and water excursions.
Let yourself be enchanted by the infinite blue of the ocean, the green of the tropical forest, the aromas of ylang-ylang, vanilla and cocoa that will awaken your senses. Total immersion in the country of our Sakalava, to the rhythm of the Mora Mora, a cultural richness, exotic nature, biodiversity that is not found anywhere else. Through our excursions, vibrate Nosy Be otherwise in simplicity and privacy. Services “Tsara Be” neat, personalized, previously selected for our passionate travelers in search of authenticity.
We pay special attention to respect for the environment, as well as to local customs, taboos and cultures.
Nosy Komba & Tanikely excursion
A combination of two memorable islands in one day. For two, with friends or family this excursion combines discovery, mini trekking, exceptional coral biodiversity where the inhabitants have learned to live in harmony with nature.
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Departure: 09:00am | Level: Easy |
Retour: 05:00pm | Transport: Boat |
Child: from 3 years old | Type : Cultural discovery, seaside |
EXCURSION Nosy Komba & Tanikely
We will start the day at Nosy Komba, a 35-minute boat ride. Nosy Komba culminates at 622m, was once a small volcanic island, located in the north-west of Madagascar, it is the link between the island with perfumes and large land. Covered with a dense and thick tropical forest, it is home to an impressive fauna and flora. A warm welcome, colorful embroidery market, smiles, children’s cries, and talented sculptors, make the Ampangoriana village famous.
A two-hour walk through small animated paths, among old trees and fruit plantations, is nestled in a preserved wild jungle, the little paradise of our little adventurers.
NOSY KOMBA literally translated «the island of lemurs» bears its name, in fact the lemurs eulemur macaco ou maki macaco populate Nosy Komba. Our little pirates will enjoy these unusual encounters with friendly creatures, including the macaque maki, who are the brothers of Sushi & Kaly from the Paris zoo and the Palmarium located in eastern Madagascar. Our moussaillons will also marvel at Dô the arboreal boa of Madagascar the Sanzinia madagascariensis, measuring up to 2 meters, the mantella betsileo of small frogs Mantella, the panther chameleon Furcifer pardalis, and the Brookesia minima, and the Brookesia Stumpffi. We will take the trails to the rhythm of mora mora (very slowly) for the descent.
Grilled lunch with seafood & seasonal fruits.
CAP TO NOSY TANIKELY or «Antanihely» the island of small land, a natural aquarium, a unique marine reserve, a natural aquarium, one of the most beautiful snorkeling spots in Madagascar for sea lovers. We will be able to observe a multitude of colorful fish, sea turtles, rays, with a bit of luck dolphins.A didactic and fun day for the whole family.
05:00pm Return to the hotel.
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TARIFFS 2025-2026 01.01.2025 au 01.02.2026
Two islands combined excursion: Nosy Komba & Tanikely
04 pax | 06 pax | 10 pax | + 15 pax |
175 Euros/pers | 160/pers | 150 Euros/pers | 90 Euros /pers |
*Adapted equipment: sunscreen, mosquito spray, walking shoe, swimsuit, mask and snorkel.
* PRIVATE DEPARTURES ARE VALID ALL YEAR
This rate includes:
- Welcome at the hotel of your choice accompanied by our guide
- Chrismiatours Madagascar
- Visit of Nosy Komba the wild jungle preserved
- Visit to the Tanikely Marine Reserve
- Masks & Snorkels provided
- Lunch Grilled seafood dishes
- Senior Guide Chrismiatours Madagascar
This rate does not include:
- Benefits not mentioned
- The activities mentioned as an option to book when you register
- Drinks
- Tips
- Insurance and repatriation
OUR STRENGTHS CHRISMIATOURS MADAGASCAR
- Personalized welcome
- Immersion in the Sakalava culture
- Marine park one of the most beautiful snorkeling spots
- Selected services tested by us
- Compliance with hygiene rules in catering the 5M
- Experienced Senior Guide
DID YOU KNOW?
Nosy Komba is also called Nosy Ambariovato, which means the island surrounded by many volcanic rocks, protecting the bay and the island itself.