CRUISE AROUND NOSY BE - 7 DAYS 6 NIGHTS

Detailed Itinerary

DAY 1: Crater - Nosy Tanikely - Nosy Faly

• 08:00 AM: Departure from Crater, embarkation
• Morning: Direction Nosy Tanikely for an aquatic introduction
  • Snorkeling in one of the most beautiful spots in Nosy Be bay
  • Discovery of the marine reserve
• Lunch on board while sailing to Nosy Faly
• Afternoon: Arrival at Nosy Faly
• Evening: Installation and relaxation

DAY 2: Discovery of Nosy Faly

• Breakfast on board
• Morning: Visit and walk on this magnificent island
  • Exploration of wild beaches
  • For enthusiasts: small sailing trip around the island

Cultural discovery Visit to Nosy Faly Plantation - Discovery of local crops

• Evening: Night at anchor in front of the beautiful long beach northeast of the island

DAY 3: Mahazandry Bay - East Coast

• After breakfast: Embarkation to continue
• Morning: West heading on Nosy Be's East coast, direction Mahazandry bay
  • Peninsula of great beauty with its traditional fishermen
• Optional discovery:
  • Visit to an Ylang-Ylang plantation
  • Discovery of the distillery
  • Essential oil manufacturing process

DAY 4: East Navigation - Nosy Fanihy - Sakatia

• Early departure for beautiful sailing with East winds
• Morning: Rounding the East of Nosy Be to Nosy Fanihy
  • Small island ideal for swimming and walking
  • During navigation: possible whale or whale shark observation

Exceptional experience With luck, snorkeling with whale sharks, these gentle ocean giants

• Late morning: Heading to Sakatia island
• Afternoon: Arrival and small island walk

DAY 5: Sakatia Turtles - Russian Bay

• Magical awakening: Swimming with beautiful sea turtles
  • Exceptional encounter with these majestic animals
• Morning: Back on board for great crossing to Russian Bay (3h sailing)
  • Possible humpback whale observation during the journey
• Late afternoon: Arrival at Russian Bay
• Evening:
  • Tent setup for those who wish
  • Drinks at Andreas' place (legendary local character)
  • Meal around a campfire under the stars

DAY 6: Forest Crossing - Nosy Antsoha

• Breakfast on board
• Morning: Great walk through a beautiful forest
  • Crossing Russian Bay westward
  • 1 hour peaceful walk in an enchanting setting
• 11:00 AM: Boat meets us at Nosy Antsoha
• Afternoon:
  • Meal on board
  • Nap or relaxation on the endless Coco Beach
  • Total relaxation in this paradise setting

DAY 7: Lemurs - Return to Crater

• Relaxed morning: We're not in a hurry...
• Activities of choice:
  • Morning swim
  • Visit to Antsoha islet and its small lemur reserve

Unique encounter Approach with lemurs in the wild but accustomed to humans

• Last snorkeling: Nosy Ankasoberavina - very beautiful spot
• Meal on board before sailing back to Nosy Be crater
• 5-6 PM: Arrival in Nosy Be - End of this magnificent journey

Exceptional Highlights

• Sea turtles: Swimming with turtles at Sakatia
• Whale sharks: Possibility of snorkeling with these giants
• Humpback whales: Observation during crossings
• Lemurs: Encounter with endemic fauna
• Plantations: Discovery of ylang-ylang and distilleries
• Campfire: Authentic evening at Russian Bay
• Sailing: Optimal use of winds

Unique experiences included

What to bring

• Walking shoes for forest hike
• Waterproof photo/video equipment
• Reinforced sun protection
• Clothes for campfire evening
• Backpack for land excursion