Discover Nosy Be

Please note that Airlink has suspended all services to Nosy Be pending COVID regulations in Madagascar until further notice.

This unique Indian Ocean island getaway is known for its dazzling white beaches and troops of lemurs. It’s loved for its volcanic lakes, turquoise ocean and an exotic selection of wildlife including the panther chameleon. It’s a destination which is sunny all year round and full of surprises.

Nosy Be lures water-loving visitors to it for incredible diving, swimming, snorkelling and sailing experiences. Inland there are cocoa, ylang-ylang and vanilla plantations, crater lakes and waterfalls to explore by road, foot or quad bike.

For your return journey, fly back to Johannesburg with Airlink and travel beyond to other key leisure destinations.

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Go with the Fluo, written by Fiona McIntosh for Escapes Magazine

Direct Flights to Nosy Be with Airlink

Airlink connects you to Nosy Be with direct flights from Johannesburg.

WHERE TO STAY

Constance Tsarabanjina

Located 90 minutes off the north-western coast of Madagascar, Constance Tsarabanjina is an eco-friendly resort on its own private island offering 25 secluded and private beach villas.

Tsara Komba Luxury Beach & Forest Lodge

Nosy Komba, Lemur Island, is the most attractive of the islands comprising the Nosy Be archipelago located between the north-western coast of Madagascar and the Mozambique Channel. Nosy Komba is a former volcano covered by dense forest, surrounded by fine sandy beaches.

Hôtel Clair de Lune

Hôtel Clair de Lune, situated just 500m off the beach of Ambatoloka, boasts seven bungalows, a beautiful garden, a swimming pool as well as a restaurant with a french chef.

293 on Komba Guest House

293 on Komba offers spacious upmarket accommodation set in a beautiful bay on the remote island of Nosy Komba. It is an ideal couples retreat.

MadagasCaT Travel

MadagasCaT Travel offers a wide range of tours and holiday packages to Nosy Be and surrounding areas.

Andilana Beach Resort

In the heart of a tropical garden, delineated by two long beaches of white sand, lies Madagascar’s largest hotel and tourist complex Andilana Beach Resort. Andilana Beach Resort offers its guests an exceptional setting for a dream holiday.

Sakatia Lodge

Situated on the west coast of Nosy Be, Sakatia Lodge provides comfortable accommodation in tropical surroundings with first class scuba diving.

Time + Tide Miavana

Venturing to the remotest parts of the continent, Time + Tide’s family of safari properties spans Zambia and Madagascar. The company offers a modern-day explorer the luxury of space and the chance to feel fully alive.

EXPLORE NOSY BE

Nosy Be is the quintessential island holiday destination. Charming towns overlook the Indian Ocean, with conditions here ideal for snorkelling and diving. Lokobe Reserve homes unique wildlife, and an extinct volcano is arguably the best sunset spot.

What to do in Nosy Be

Nosy Tanikely Marine Park
Tanikely is a small island close to Nosy Be and the Nosy Tanikely Marine Park is world-renowned for its biodiversity and abundance of marine life. The area is preserved for snorkelers and those passionate about exploring the coral reef and ocean-aquarium of sea life.
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Mont Passot
Mont Passot is a must-see when exploring Nosy Be. Perfect for admiring sunsets with a loved one or hiking to eye the panoramic view, solo or with family, Mont Passot is a volcanic mountain with a peak about 400m high. The extinct volcano is an exceptional location for any traveler touring Nosy Be.
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Jan Braai Explores Nosy Be with Airlink

Jan Braai, the creator of the South African National Braai Day initiative, recently explored Nosy Be in the north of Madagascar with Airlink.

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TOUR OPERATORS FOR NOSY BE

Rove Africa

Rove Africa offers holidays, safaris, honeymoons and beach packages in Kenya, Tanzania and the eastern Indian Ocean islands.‘Safari’ means ‘journey’ in Swahili - the friendly, welcoming language of East Africa - and if you want to discover the real meaning of the word, Rove Africa is your first choice of operators.

Barefoot Breaks

When booking your dream island holiday, doesn’t it make sense to do it through an operator that specializes in islands only? With the expert specialist knowledge that we have built up over years of selling the destinations we feature, you can rely on Barefoot Breaks to find you the perfect island and lodges to suit your individual needs and budget!

African Fusion Travel

African Fusion Travel has a passionate team of travel specialists with a reputation for delivering memorable and affordable travel experiences in and around Africa and the Indian Ocean Islands. We know every individual is unique which is why we take time to understand what you are looking for and to ensure we deliver you a trip of a lifetime.

Pro Dive Travel

Pro Dive specialises in Dive Travel Packages and is the agent for some of the most exclusive resorts and liveaboards around the globe.

Madagascar Island Safaris

Take a charming stroll in a Pirogue, massage with Malagasy essential oils and enjoy romantic candlelight dinners on the beach or at the guest house. This trip offers the ultimate in romance as you immerse yourself in raw beauty of the unspoilt. Your accommodation is ‘293 on Komba Guest House’ a delightfully private setting, yet not far from the Village of Ampangorina.

Hartley's

Hartley’s are an independent bespoke tour operator with offices situated in Johannesburg, South Africa and Lincoln in the UK. Hartley’s has two specialist divisions, Hartley’s Safaris and Hartley’s Oceans & Islands. The Hartley’s Team have secured a vast network of contacts, with direct access to all hotels, lodges, flights and transfers thus ensuring competitive pricing.

Bossi Island Adventures

Sunbathing alone on an endless sandy white beach is no longer a memory of bygone days…Situated off the North West coast of Madagascar, this unspoiled tropical island, blessed with almost perfect weather, is ideal for island hopping,fishing, snorkeling, scuba diving, yachting and sunbathing.

Madagascat Charters and Travel

To promote awareness about Madagascar amoung travellers and to increase the tourist industry to a level that will make the leaders aware that it is a viable alternative to deforestation and other activities detrimental to the fauna, flora and people of Madagascar.

Selftours

Whether you enjoy the freedom of a South African Self Drive Holiday or a more laid back Guided Coach Holiday Tour of South Africa, with your own personal driver guide. Selftours will turn your dreams into a memorable holiday.

Destinations A Buzz

Destinations A Buzz is a wholesale tour operator offering a colourful palette of countries in Africa and the Indian Ocean Islands.  With around 55 years of travel service and at least a 100 countries explored between them, Janet McCloughan and Helen Mann are recognised experts in their field.