Marquises 56' Island K-Yote

MADAGASCAR DREAM
Description: A delightful seven night voyages on a 56 foot air-conditioned catamaran amongst the stunning northern archipelagos of Madagascar. Pristine islands, white sand beaches, turquoise waters, excellent snorkelling and diving, friendly Malagasy villages, unique wildlife and friendly lemurs.

Itinerary:
Day 1:	Embarkation from Nosy Be at noon and sail to Tany Kely National Park for snorkelling and a visit to the island. Depart for Nosy Komba in the afternoon. (D)

Day 2:	In the morning visit Nosy Komba, a natural reserve for wild lemurs. Visit a handicraft village and stroll and swim around the islets. (FB)

Day 3:	Sail to mainland Madagascar and visit the beautiful beaches of Baie d'Ampasindave. In the afternoon head to the wild landscape of Nosy Kismany. Overnight in La Baie des Russes where the Russian navy sheltered in 1905. (FB)

Day 4:	Depart for Nosy Iranja which is formed by two islands, Iranja Be and Iranja Kely, linked by a sandbar. Visit the islands or optional diving. Head to Kalakajoro to spend the night. (FB)

Day 5:	Visit a traditional boat building village on Kalakajoro Island then depart for Antanimora. (FB)

Day 6:	Antanimora is a beautiful island with a lovely white sandbank and a fishing village. Head towards Nosy Ovy, the largest island in the Radama archipelago, for a land excursion. In the afternoon head to the Baramahamay River. (FB)

Day 7:	Explore the Baramahamay River, visiting little creeks by dinghy and hiking to small villages. In the afternoon return to Nosy Be. (FB)

Day 8:	Disembark after an early breakfast. (B)

DATES AND RATES (GBP per person)

DEPARTS

JUL 01, 08, 15, 22, 29	£1430
AUG 05, 12, 19, 26	£1670
SEP 02, 09, 16, 23, 30 OCT 07, 14, 21, 28	£1320
NOV 04, 11, 18, 25	£1210

Class: Marquises 56' catamaran • Capacity: 8 passengers • Overall Length: 57 feet • Cabins: 4 double cabins with private facilities • Facilities: Lounge/dining room; large sunbathing mats; dinghy; snorkelling equipment; fishing gear; 1 sea kayak; optional diving.

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Additional costs (per person)

Flights: London to Nosy Be: From £800 • Personal Items: Tips; drinks; transfers; landing fees; excursions on the islands; optional diving etc

Reading Suggestions:

In association with nhbs Environment Bookstore

Mammals of Madagascar

Birds of the Indian Ocean Islands

Bradt Wildlife Guide: Madagascar Wildlife