HIGHLIGHTS :
- Sailing cruise in catamaran to the Radama Islands
- Discovery of paradise Islands
- Visit of authentic fishermen villages
- Snorkelling in the marine reserves
Feasibility : January to December
Best season : Marsh to December
Prices :
2173 Euros per person
2477 USD per person
Based on 2 person
D1 : NOSY BE / NOSY TANIKELY / RUSSIAN BAY (L/D)
Departing from Nosy Be, we reach Nosy Tanikely, the marine nature reserve, After 1 hour of navigation, we anchor right in front of coral-banks, where you can snorkel surrounded by colourful tropical fish and see turtles like in a huge tropical fish-tank. Lunch on board.
Following the coast down South, we reach the historical site of the Baie des Russes (Russian Bay) after about 4 hours of navigation. The calm estuary, a handy refuge for sailors is perfect for overnight anchoring.
Dinner and night on board.
D2 : RUSSIAN BAY / RADAMA ISLANDS / KALAKAJORO (B/L/D)
After 32 miles of costal navigation we reach the first Radama island, Kalakajoro, and anchor in front of the most beautiful beach of the Radama Islands. You will enjoy a swim in the crystal-clear turquoise water. Lunch on board.
You can either visit the village of nomadic fishermen, or if you like walking, the village of carpenters, which is an hour away.
Dinner and night on board.
D3 : KALAKAJORO / ANTANY MORA (B/L/D)
After 1h30 of sailing we reach Antany Mora, where we visit the ancient coconut plantations. Lunch opposite a lovely little beach, where you can have a swim.
Dinner and night on board.
D4 :ANTANY MORA / NOSY VALIHA (B/L/D)
After one hour of sailing we coast anchor in front of Nosy Valiha, which is known for its great variety of corals, its waters well stocked with fish and the friendliness of its population. Lunch on board. You can take a walk on the Island and admire the tropical vegetation.
Contemplative aperitif at sunset.
Dinner and night on board.
D5 : NOSY VALIHA / BERANGOMAINA / NOSY OVY (B/L/D)
After 2 hours of navigation we reach another tropical beauty-spot, the Island of Berangomaina. Its unspoilt coral bank abounds in marine life. Lunch on board. Close by is the beautiful sandbank of Nosy Ovy, a paradise for shell collectors
Dinner and night on board.
D6 : NOSY OVY / BARAMAMAHY (B/L/D)
Back north to Baramamahy (30 miles), where we anchor in the rivermouth. Wild landscape and absolute calm. A short trip by small boat up the estuary with its impressive mangroves and wildlife. Visit of a traditional Sakalava village and its school. Lunch on board.
Dinner and night on board
D7 : BARAMAMAHY / NOSY IRANJA / NOSY BE (B/L)
One hour of navigation takes us to Nosy Iranja, the turtle island, two lovely green islands connected by a narrow, dazzling white sandbank. Walk on the island and visit of the light-house with its superb panoramic view.
You will enjoy a swim in the crystal-clear turquoise water.
The Talio (a strong West-wind) will take us back to Nosy Be, where we arrive at about 17H00PM. End of services.
B : Breakfast
L : Lunch
D : Dinner