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Sunset on Nosy Be island and the sacred lake, north of Madagascar
Sunset on Nosy Be island and the sacred lake, north of Madagascar

Discover Nosy Be, Madagascar

Vanilla Plantations. Lemur Encounters.

Immerse yourself in Madagascar’s largest and most popular destination, Nosy Be. This “Big Island” off the northwest coast is famous for its natural splendour and Ylang Ylang trees that make up a major part of the local economy. Spend the day hanging out with lemurs and chameleons at the Lokobe Reserve. Indulge in local cuisine like the diverse and delectable variations of Laoka. Then brave the highest peak on the island at Mont Lokobe or relax on the beaches of Befotaka Bay.

Exciting Shore Excursions

Immerse yourself in authentic experiences with our Shore Excursions, expertly guided by locals.

Snapshots of Nosy Be

A visual preview of the amazing sites that await you.

Nosy Iranja Landscape Nosy Iranja Landscape.
Wildlife portrait of lemur gaze on Lokobe Strict Nature Reserve in Nosy Be Island, Madagascar, Africa A black lemur at the Lokobe Reserve in Nosy Be.
The beautiful island of Nosy Komba Madagascar The beautiful island of Nosy Komba Madagascar.
Nosy Iranja is an amazing island sited few miles far of Madagascar coast. Here you can find incontaminated landscape, white sand and friendly Malagasy people Nosy Iranja is an amazing island located a few kilometres off the coast of Madagascar.
Humpback whale jumps out of the water. Beautiful jump. A rare photograph. Madagascar. St. Mary's Island. An excellent illustration. A breaching humpback whale near Nosy Be.

Travel Tips & Interesting Info

Uncover Hidden Gems & Fun Facts

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Famous For

The Ylang Ylang trees, which produce essential oils, make up the main economic activity on the island.

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Exquisite Flavours

Nosy Be's fragrant vanilla pods, succulent seafood and zebu meat dishes are a treat to all the senses. The island's unique street food offerings offer the best of local flavours.

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Fun Facts

Nosy Be has had several names throughout its history, including Assada and Nosy Manitra, which means “the scented island.”

Port Name & Location

Nosy Be Hell Ville Madagascar Cruise Port. Ship will ANCHOR OFFSHORE at this port.

Language

The local language is Malagasy and French.

Time Zone

Standard Time Zone. GMT/UTC + 3 hours

Currency & Shopping

The local currency is the ariary.

Featured Nosy Be Itineraries

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