NOSY BE

Land in Nosy Be where you will be met by your Pelorus guide who will take care of your luggage before leading you to a fleet of waiting quadbikes one which you can explore the Perfumed Island. This large, volcanic island is known for its vanilla, pepper, and ylang-ylang. Visit sacred lakes and weave down paths of the ylang-ylang plantation before hiking up Mont Passo. Reach the peak of this 329m-high extinct volcano and take in spectacular, panoramic views of the island and crater lakes full of fish and Nile crocodile. Walk through heavily scented fields of orchids and discover the fascinating history of the Sakalava people. After a day of exploration on the island, you will be escorted to your waiting yacht for the evening.

LOKOBE

Spend the morning with an expert naturalist who will show you the wonders of the Lokobe Reserve. This reserve covers around 740 hectares and includes the last remaining lowland rainforest on the Nosy Be Island. This particular reserve is known for its high concentration of black lemurs and hawks sportive lemur as well as the elusive Panther Chameleon. Hike through the rainforest looking for snakes, geckoes, frogs, and of course lemurs and collect mangoes that fall from the trees swaying above you. Make your way to the Ambatozvavy fishing village where you can learn about the local way of life and join in cooking a communal meal. Paddle down the coast in pirogues (traditional canoes from Madagascar) to an isolated beach for a remote, candlelit picnic.

NOSY MITSIO

Wake in the Mitsio Archipelago and listen to the calls of the nesting frigates, tropics, and brown boobies. SUP and kayak across the waters resplendent with turtles, rays, and dolphins. Head north in a tender and spearfish along the legendary Castor Bank. Here you will meet with local fishermen who will arm you with spearguns suitable for hunting large dogfish. Once your yacht has reached the drop-offs of the Mozambique Channel board the submersible for an unforgettable underwater adventure. You will likely encounter pods of humpback whales and a huge drop off teeming with underwater life including grey shark, barracuda, and manta rays that all swim among the colourful coral.

BANC DE L’ENTREE

Spend the morning submersible diving up to 50m with whale sharks, blacktip reef sharks, and hammerhead sharks as well as the humpback whales that frequent this area. The Nosy Hara archipelago is made up of 12 small islands surrounded by rugged coral before having lunch in this spectacular protected area. Climb and hike across the island with local guides to explore the unique Tsingy rock formations. At the highest point of the island, you will enjoy spectacular views of the ocean and the steep cliffs surrounding the vessel. Climb up a tall baobab tree with the assistance of expert guides and get the chance to spot hunting sea eagles and tiny chameleons that hide in the tops of trees. As evening falls snorkel over the reef lit up by the evening sun and spot manta rays, tuna and devil rays as well as a high concentration of pelagic wildlife.

AMBER MOUNTAIN

Hop on a helicopter and make your way to Amber National Park. This park takes its name from the resin found in the trees that populate this park. This amber resin is used for its medicinal qualities by the local Magasay people and the mountainous park rises out of the dry surrounding landscape and offers stunning scenery from waterfalls and rainforests to huge volcanic lakes. Embark on a hike through the wilderness where you will likely encounter an array of endemic flora and fauna including seven types of lemur and a variety of geckoes and chameleons. After a replenishing lunch, discover one of the glistening crater lakes for an invigorating swim in one of these secluded pools. Strap on a harness and climb under the cascade of a powerful waterfall, at the top, take in sweeping views of the park and abseil back down before being helicoptered back to your yacht.

ANKARANA

Climb aboard a helicopter and soar over the limestone forest of Ankarana, a largely bare limestone Tsingy peppered with succulents. Hiking through this rugged reserve can be challenging but boasts some beautiful views over the varied terrain of the park. Explore the labyrinthine cave system of the Massif, the longest cave system in Madagascar. Here you will find colonies of bats and twisted limestone formations that glint in the torchlight. Enjoy a night dive off your yacht at Ambara Bay or head below the surface in a submersible and get the chance to have close encounters with a humpback whale.

MILLOT PLANTATION

Spend the morning swimming the whale sharks before hopping on a helicopter to fly to the famous Millot Plantation. Established in 1904, this stunning plantation is a leading producer of cocoa and species and you can taste some of the most delicious chocolate in the world. Have a rustic lunch in the stunning plantation farmhouse overlooking the rolling landscape of the plantation. Take the chance to taste the unique chocolate flavoured rum before racing across the plantation in tuk-tuks. Head back to your yacht with a couple of bottles of local rum and delicious chocolate.

NOSY BE

Arrive in stunning Nosy Be complete with turquoise waters and pristine white sand. Head underwater and discover the tropical and endemic marine wildlife that this area boasts. Utilise a submersible to venture further below the surface and explore deep drop-offs frequented by sharks. Take in 360-degree views as you head deeper than you ever could scuba diving. Take to the water free of equipment and free dive over fan coral fields complete with large shoals of fish and shallow shipwrecks that eerily sit at the bottom of the turquoise water.

NOSY IRANJA

Hop on board a helicopter and head to Nosy Iranja and Nosy Iranja Kely, two islands connected by a thin stretch of sand that can be crossed at low tide. Head into the island forest and explore the tropical jungle with an expert naturalist who can show you the hidden secrets of the verdant forest. Return after a morning of discovery to a remote and opulent picnic that is set up on a spit of sand. Snorkel through the shallows before returning to the island for the chance to watch turtle eggs hatching as the sun sets. After a night you are sure to remember, bid farewell to your crew and make your way to Nosy Be to return home. 

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