The Blue Maki Discovery Tour in 3 days - Nosy Be, Tanikely, Russian Bay, Antsoa, Nosy Iranja
In this 3-day tour along the west coast, you have the chance to get a versatile insight into the nature and traditions of Madagascar in a very short time. With full board on board, exciting tours to beautiful sandy beaches await you. Look forward to untouched nature and unique views. Discover the breathtaking island of Nosy Be from its most beautiful side, pet lemurs on Antsoa or make yourself comfortable on the beach. Visit the legendary sandbank of Nosy Iranja and the world famous Russian Bay. The Blue Maki will take you quickly and safely from stop to stop while you enjoy your time on deck. With fresh, local delicacies your well-being is taken care of and also the cabins of the Blue Maki offer enough luxury. Immerse yourself in everyday life on Madagascar, with a visit to a traditional school. Here you have the opportunity to experience people and culture up close. We show you the most beautiful sides of Madagascar and all this in only 3 days. Visit lighthouses and explore places on foot, while you have plenty of time to relax during the crossings. This unique sailing trip guarantees you the most amazing experiences on land as well as at sea.
Day 1: Nosy Be - Nosy Tany Kely - Russian Bay
Early in the morning at 7am you will be picked up from your hotel and taken to the port.
Upon arrival at the port, you will receive a detailed introduction about your options on board, the further program and the next stage. Before 8 o'clock, the Blue Maki departs for the first destination.
Awaiting you is a 1-hour sailing trip to Tanikely, a famous protected marine reserve with an extraordinary biodiversity of marine life. In this unique landscape, you will have the opportunity to snorkel and kayak amidst multicolored fish and sea turtles. The perfect start to your Madagascar adventure.
Afterwards, a freshly prepared lunch will be waiting for you.
Afterwards you can relax on the beach or join a tour including a visit to the lighthouse.
Around 2:30 pm, the Blue Maki sets sail for a 3-hour crossing to spectacular Russian Bay. Enjoy the fabulous view and relax on deck under a bright blue sky.
The first evening is entirely under the motto "Arrive". You can relax with a joint dinner under the open sky and make yourself comfortable in your cabin.
Day 2: Russian Bay- Nosy Iranja - Baramahamay
Early in the morning we leave for the next stage, the Nosy Iranja Islands. The crossing takes about 2 hours. The island consists of two parts, which are connected by a wonderful white sandbank. It is anchored on the north-eastern part of Madagascar. The sandbank surrounded by turquoise water, offers you a dreamlike scenery for photos.
After leaving the boat, a walk to the lighthouse and a sightseeing tour of the town are on the agenda. Enjoy your stay in this paradise place with a round of snorkeling or kayaking. Depending on your mood, you can also just relax.
After a sumptuous lunch on board, we will continue to the Baramahamay River at 4pm.
The 1-hour sail will take you to a beautiful tributary, which makes its way between a primary forest and a mangrove forest. Here you have reached the second leg of the day.
As a reward, we invite you to a luxurious dinner with local foie gras and French champagne.
Day 3: Barahamay -Antsoa - Nosy Be
On the last day you will have the opportunity to explore the town once again. An excursion to the town and to a traditional school will give you an insight into daily life in Madagascar. You are welcome to bring donations in kind for the students or donate to the school.
At 9am, the Blue Maki departs for a 2.5 hour crossing to Antsoa, a private island teeming with lemurs. Pet the cute animals typical of Madagascar and enjoy a soothing day on gorgeous white sand beaches.
Just in time for lunch, a tasty lunch of local delicacies awaits you.
Around 3 o'clock the Blue Maki starts the journey home to Noisy Be. Take advantage of the fantastic view on board one last time before a driver takes you back to your hotel around 5:30 pm.