Where to go? Destinations Madagascar

Discover Madagascar, an island-country with fauna and flora unique in the world ...

Located off Africa, the island of Madagascar is distinguished by its grandiose landscapes. Its giant baobabs, rice paddies, beaches and valleys make it a unique natural sanctuary in the world. It hides in its heart a biodiversity that can not be found anywhere else and it will be an opportunity to meet the emblematic animal of the island, the lemur. Cradled by cultures and customs from Africa and Asia, Madagascar will not fail to amaze you!

You will love :

  • Getting lost in the rice fields of the Highlands
  • Contemplate the baobabs at sunset
  • Hiking in the Tsaranoro Valley
  • Admire the Tsingy of Bemaraha, fakir boards pointing to the sky
  • Falling nose to nose with lemurs
  • Explore the streets of Antananarivo, the capital
  • Take a bush taxi to get around
  • Sit under the coconut trees of Nosy Be
  • Stroll along the long sandy beaches of Anakao, Ambola or Itampolo
  • Stroll on the Ambositra market

What to do in Madagascar?

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Before getting in Madagascar

  • Infos
  • Driving
  • Languages
  • Security level

    Niveau: 2. Show great caution.

    Visa and passport

    See Embassy recommendations

    Vaccines and health

    Depending on the region and duration of your stay, you should protect yourself against: Yellow fever, Hépatithe A, B Hépathite, Merage, Tpaludisme

    Currency / Exchange rate

    Currrency : Malagasy Ariary (MGA)

    Electrical outlets

    Voltage : 127 V / 220 V
    Frequency : 50 Hz
    Plug : Type C / D / E / J / K
    Power outlet : Type C / D / E / J / K

    Local time / Capital

    Antananarivo
    GMT+03:00

    Road infrastructure

    The country has a moderately developed road infrastructure. Check before driving.

    Driving direction

    Driving is on the right.

    Renting an SUV / 4x4?

    To enjoy your stay and explore all areas, we recommend to rent a 4x4

    Speed limitations

    In town : 50 km/h. Out of town : Inconnue. Check for road signs.

    Alcohol

    Unexperienced drivers : 0.08 g/dl. Experienced drivers : 0.08 g/dl. For your own safety, you should not drink. (Regulations evolve quickly, find out before driving)

    English level

    Depending on the region, it will be difficult to be understood but don't worry the tourism staff is often bilingual.

    Spoken languages

    French (official), Malagasy (official), English

    Phone code

    261

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