Discover the wonders of northern Madagascar, followed by a dive adventure on Oceane's Dream to explore either the Radames or Mitsio archipelago where whale sharks and humpback whales are seasonal visitors.
Discover the fascinating wildlife and natural wonders of northern Madagascar on board Oceane's Dream. The itinerary includes a visit to Amber Mountain National Park, one of the most scenic in the country boasting an incredible wealth of wildlife, notably several species of lemur and the world’s smallest chameleon. Continue to Ankarana National Park with its spectacular karst scenery. Hike amongst the tsingy (limestone spires) and the dense forests where primates, birds and reptiles are regularly observed.
Your dive adventure begins in Nosy Be where you will embark on a liveaboard to explore relatively untouched dive sites amongst the remote northern islands. The area around the islands is renowned for encounters with humpback whales and whale sharks, both seasonal visitors.
Return to the capital, Tana, for a short stay to explore the local area before heading home after a trip of a lifetime.
Fly from London to Antananarivo (normally via Paris or Nairobi). You will be met on arrival and transferred to your accommodation near the airport for an overnight stay.
Transfer back to the airport after breakfast for a domestic flight north to Diego Suarez where you will be met on arrival. Enjoy a short city tour and picnic lunch before driving to your next accommodaiton in Joffre Ville. Check in to the Nature Lodge (or similar) for a two night stay.
Amber Mountain National Park is one of Madagascar’s most scenic parks. Thick forest is lush with diverse flora and fauna, tumbling waterfalls and crater lake. It is home to an incredible wealth of species, including the world’s smallest chameleon, which is less than an inch in length, and, of course, lemurs. Of the seven lemur species in the park, the most notable are the crowned, and Sanford’s brown lemur. Enjoy a full day excursion here today.
After breakfast you will be transferred to your next accommodation in Ankarana. Along the journey you will have the chance to visit local villages the red tsingy and sacred lake. A picnic lunch is provided. Upon arrival in Ankarana, check in to the Relais Ankarana (or similar) for a two night stay.
Ankarana has been the subject of a number of documentaries. An astonishing limestone plateau, surrounded by formidable cliffs and walls on which there are razor-sharp pinnacles or tsingy. The interior of the mountain is a honeycomb of huge caves, mostly unexplored, and in places the roof has caved in and sunken forests have grown. During times of war the Antakarana people hid in the caves, and signs of their presence remain, including sacred ancestral bones. Whether it’s the history, the tsingy, the caves or the extraordinary wildlife you are interested in, a visit to this area is truly an incredible experience. Enjoy a full day excursion here today.
After breakfast you will be driven to Ankify for an onward transfer by speedboat to Nosy Be with its idyllic beaches, coral reefs and wonderful tropical ambiance. You will be met on arrival and transferred to your accommodation for a two night stay.
Today is yours at leisure to explore Nosy Be, the main hub for tourists wanting a beach stay. The island is covered with luxuriant vegetation, a paradise of perfumed plants such as ylang-ylang, vanilla, lemongrass and geranium. Take the opportunity to dive or enjoy a full or half day excursion to Lokobe Reserve, or Nosy Komba and Tanikely. Trips can be pre-booked or paid for locally.
Today you will make your way to the Oceane’s Dream catamaran, your liveaboard for the next five days.
Set sail this afternoon for an adventure around the remote northern islands. Enjoy two dives a day on a mix of sites. Previously unfrequented by divers, these rich waters offer easy and spectacular dives along drop-offs, in caves or over the coral heads found in shallow water. Large numbers of reef fish as well as barracuda, grouper, yellow tuna, eagle and stingrays and mantas are waiting to be discovered, whilst whale sharks and humpback whales are seasonal visitors. It's an incredible experience!
The boat offers two itineraries depending on the season, the majority of trips head to the Radames Archipelago with the alternative option being the magnificent Mitsio Archipelago to the north of Nosy Be.
Return to Nosy Be, where you will overnight at the same accommodation you stayed at prior to the liveaboard.
Please note: The liveaboard departs on a Saturday and is sometimes only available for full charter.
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Departing from Nosy Be, this well equipped catamaran sails the remote northern islands of Madagascar. Dive untouched reefs, visit local villages and encounter exceptional wildlife both underwater and topside as a small group. Find Out More about Oceane’s Dream
