THE VIRGIN ISLANDS COAST

The Virgin Islands Coast: From Diego SuareZ to NosyIranja…

11 days & 10 nights

Discover an island of travel: MADAGASCAR or the Red Island

 

MADAGASCAR or the Red Island is large by its area and its diversity, which is why there is much to see but also to do. We suggest a tip to our travelers, it is to choose a tour adapted to their expectations, their desires and their tastes in order to optimize his time and discover the treasures of our island Madagascar. Our team of experts from the agency ChrisMiaToursMadase cares for you, will make a priority and a pleasure processing your request, design until realization.Madagascar has its secrets we reveal them to you.

In this program, we make you discover the North of the country, it will take 11 days of your precious time, a profitable investment because you will leave with a wealth & unforgettable memories.

Heading north from Madagascar. From Diego Suarez to Nosybe, a circuit combining discovery, change of scenery, a touch of adventure and relaxation. Bay of Diego is where our program begins, facing this volcanic rocky islet, we can only be admiring of this sugar loaf that gives us water to the mouth to leave for the Amber Mountain; where we will discover a lush forest of the national park. The palm trees, waterfalls, lemurs, chameleons and birds is Joffre Ville, one of the entrance doors to the Amber Mountain.

The red Tsingys a natural phenomenon in the form of glowing canyons. Thus an immense and majestic forest of stones, this coral reef out of the water carved by the wind: the tsingys of the Ankarana.

As nature combines with man, we will discover the plantations of cocoa, coffee, pepper, ylang ylang and vetiver in the village of Ambanja.

We end with a dream seaside parenthesis: NosyIranja two islands connected by a tongue of land… Ranked one of the ten most beautiful islands in the world, this small paradise called the island of turtles, by its atmosphere will mark its unforgettable colors, its authentic fishing village, as well as its small school perched on the hill of the lighthouse.

An authentic, magical and unique tour!

1.2.3 Are you ready? Go, because the best memories never die…

OUR STRENGTHS

  • The magnificent Bay of Diego Suarez.
  • The lemurs at Amber Mountain.
  • The Red Tsingy.
  • Hiking in the Tsingy of Ankarana.
  • Mountain biking near Ambanja.
  • Relaxing end of stay at Nosy Iranja.

     

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      DAY 1: PARIS / ANTANANARIVO (international flight):  

    Airport pickup and hotel check-in.

    Optional: Visit to the earth brick factory & a stroll along the dyke where the craft market is located. This option will depend on the arrival time.

     

    Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

    DAY 2: ANTANANARIVO / DIEGO (domestic flight):        

    Breakfast.

    Meet at your hotel and fly to Diego-Suarez.

    Upon arrival in Diego, welcome by our guide from ChrismiatoursMada and transfer to the Grand Hôtel de Diego.

    Lunch at a restaurant. After lunch, we set off to explore and appreciate the northernmost city of Madagascar. Antsiranana, also known as Diego Suarez, is the capital of northern Madagascar. The second-largest bay in the world after Rio de Janeiro. We begin our city tour at the town hall and the Music Square. Next, we head to Place Joffre to enjoy a panoramic view of the port of Diego Suarez. During the tour, we will see monuments that reflect the city’s colonial past. Our guide will share the history of these sites. We then continue to “Pain de Sucre,” located in Andovobazaha Bay, also known as the Bay of the French. Pain de Sucre is considered a sacred site where traditional ceremonies called fijoroana are regularly performed. To conclude, we will visit the “Bazary,” or Diego market, where we can discover local products typical of the region. After the visit, return to the hotel.

    Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

    DAY 3: DIEGO – The 3 Bays by 4×4 

    Breakfast. Departure at 08:00 AM for the discovery of the Three Bays and Ramena Beach. On our way, we will encounter magnificent baobabs, unique in the world, including the oldest one in the region. The Three Bays unfold along stunning white sand, with crystal-clear, azure blue waters perfect for swimming. The Bay of Sakalavas, the Bay of Dunes, and the Bay of Pigeons offer a variety of must-try activities: funboarding, kitesurfing, and windsurfing. Picnic lunch. On our way back, we will explore the colonial heritage, including old cannons, a former military camp (Orangea), Cap Miné, and the lighthouse. A must-see in Diego, this easy walk showcases these three breathtaking bays, discreet chameleons, fishing villages, an emerald sea, white sandy beaches, and a fascinating piece of history.

    Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

     

    DAY 4: DIEGO – JOFFREVILLE 42km/1h15 Montagne d’Ambre

    After breakfast,, we depart early in the morning for Joffreville. Joffreville is located at the gateway to Montagne d’Ambre National Park. Accompanied by our local park guide, we set off on a forest hike.

    Created in 1958, Montagne d’Ambre National Park is situated in the heart of a volcanic region. Rightly considered a “biological treasure,” it is covered in lush vegetation, including canarium trees, ficus, and orchids, and draped in a thick green mantle of rainforest. Montagne d’Ambre is a paradise for botanists.

    For the lucky ones, this is where the world’s smallest chameleon, Brookesia Minima Tuberculata, can be found. We will also encounter crowned lemurs, fulvus lemurs, and more. The park is known as the true water tower of the Antsiranana region, and we will come across several waterfalls, including Antomboka Falls, the Sacred Waterfall, and others.

    Picnic lunch in the park. Return to the hotel.

    Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

    DAY 5: JOFFRE VILLE – RED TSINGY / ANKARANA 

    Breakfast. Early departure to visit the Red Tsingy, a unique natural phenomenon formed by fairy chimney-like erosion. These ephemeral, fantastical red formations are the result of wind and rain shaping the landscape. This breathtaking site is unique to Madagascar. Get your cameras ready to capture stunning shots. Picnic lunch. Then, continue towards Ankarana. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel..

    Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

    DAY 6: EAST ANKARANA – BENAVONY CIRCUIT (Duration: 5 to 6 hours)

    Breakfast.

    The day will be dedicated to a guided exploration of a geological marvel: the “Grey Tsingy”. We will head to the eastern part of Ankarana National Park, a limestone massif featuring sharp peaks and deep canyons that shelter a variety of endemic plant and animal species.

    In this eastern section of the park, we will discover the legendary “suspension bridge”, crossing through the dry and arid forest. This area is adorned with pachypodium plants, crowned lemurs, and baobabs.

    Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

    DAY 7: ANKARANA / AMBANJA

    After breakfast, we will take National Road 6 to reach Ambanja, a town built on the banks of the Sambirano River, where cocoa and cassava plantations blend with coffee and ylang-ylang fields. Upon arrival in Ambanja, we will check in at the hotel.

    Let’s set off for a visit to Ambanja, a key economic hub of the region and a true water reservoir that irrigates the entire valley.

    Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

    DAY 8: AMBANJA / Millot Estate / Bon Pères Waterfall

    After breakfast at 7:30 AM, we will take a two-hour guided tour of the Millot Estate cocoa plantation. A local expert will reveal the secrets of cocoa processing before it is transformed into Madagascar’s delicious chocolates. After visiting the cocoa plantation, we will head to the Bon Pères Waterfall. This journey will take us through the upper Sambirano region, with its vast cocoa plantations, rice fields, and small villages. We will then continue to the village of Ambobaka, renowned for traditional medicine. A lineage of healers practices ancestral knowledge there, using medicinal plants and various massage techniques. After exploring the garden where these medicinal plants grow, we will board a traditional rowing canoe along the Ramena River. A one-hour walk through rocks and trails will lead us to the Bon Pères Waterfall. At noon, we will enjoy a picnic lunch, followed by an afternoon of swimming under the falls and in the natural pools. On our way back, we will cross the Ambanja Bridge to admire the sunset hues over the Sambirano River.

     

    Dinner at Patricia’s and overnight stay at Nordinn Hotel.

    DAY 09: Ambanja/ Ankify (35 min by car) / Nosy Iranja (1h30 by boat):

    Breakfast.

    At 6 AM, we will take the road to the port of Ankify. Upon arrival in Ankify, we will board Mouzée’s boat to reach the island of Nosy Iranja. It consists of two islands connected by a white sandbank visible at low tide. It is also called Turtle Island because sea turtles often come to lay their eggs there.Lunch. In the afternoon, swimming.

    Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

    DAY 10: Nosy Iranja / Nosy Be (1h30): 

    After breakfast, departure for the scented island of Nosy Be. Transfer to Zahir Lodge hotel.

    OPTION 1: Nosy Be city tour + market

    OPTION 2: City tour + Lemuria Land Park + sunset at Mont Passot

    Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

    DAY 11: Nosy Be / Paris: 

    Breakfast.Transfer to Fascène Airport and flight to Paris.

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