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The adrenalin rush of humpback whalewatching
CatherineReichardt Says: It would be difficult to dispute that the most exciting wildlife experience on Ile St Marie is witnessing the annual migration of humpback whales, who frequent these waters to mate and calf between June and September each year.It is perfectly possible to watch whales from...
Explore the reef without getting wet!
CatherineReichardt Says: There are at least three glass bottomed boats moored close to the pirogue drop off point from Ile St Marie to Ile aux Nattes, which is a marvellous way to explore the reef without getting wet!The glass bottomed boats have no keels, so can only venture out in sheltered water...
Say hello to the lemurs at Les Lemuriens
CatherineReichardt Says: True to its name, Les Lemuriens' most endearing residents are its black and white ruffed lemurs! The lemurs are free ranging, but habituated to human beings, and - as our daughter discovered - most partial to bananas!We had a look around Les Lemuriens on our way up to the...
Visit the lighthouse on Ile aux Nattes
CatherineReichardt Says: The lighthouse on Ile aux Nattes is best described as 'dinky', and must be all of 8m from base to top! Nonetheless, it is perched on one of the highest points on the island, and is vital to guide shipping around the potentially treacherous reef that encircles the island.The...
Circumnavigate Ile aux Nattes in a pirogue
CatherineReichardt Says: The ideal way to experience the glory of the beaches and reefs which surround Ile aux Nattes is to take a pirogue ride - as this is the only way to access the island anyway, by the time you get there, you should be well aware of what you're letting yourself in for!The...
Remember ancient rogues in the pirate cemetery
CatherineReichardt Says: When weighing up whether Madagascar was a wise and appropriate location for our first family beach holiday, I must confess that what swung it for me was discovering that Ile St Marie apparently boasts the only pirate cemetery in the world!I was surprised to discover that...
La Petite Traversee: Taking 'laid back' to a whole new level!
CatherineReichardt Says: La Petite Traversee is a small hotel located on the northern edge of Ile aux Nattes, a tiny island off the southern tip of Ile St Marie. Despite its French-sounding name, it is owned and run by a South African, Ockie Snyman. Several tourists staying in smaller hotels on Ile...
La Crique: Almost a cliche of tropical perfection!
CatherineReichardt Says: I have to confess that we didn't actually stay at La Crique, but as a result of glowing reports from fellow travellers, we did stop off there for lunch, and were so impressed that we vowed to stay there should we ever go back to Ile St Marie.La Crique is set in a small bay...
Princesse Bora Lodge: The best hotel on the Island
bumpychick Says: A stay at the Princesse Bora Lodge gets off to a great start when you are collected from the airport by Zebu cart! (There is a car if you prefer).The hotel is set right on the beach and offers very good quality accommodation in an idyllic setting. The staff are welcoming and...
ATLC Says: Small but comfortable cabins (2 persons or more) about 30 meters from the small pebble beach. Between beach and cabin a tranquil garden with grass and coconut trees. Ducks, hens and dogs amble about. Food is simple but good (full board only).Good bathrooms in all cabins...
Avoid malaria by keeping some locals at bay ...
CatherineReichardt Says: There is a reason that tropical paradises are lush - it usually rains a lot and there is plenty of water around. And with the water come the unwelcome locals- the mosquitoes!Malaria is endemic throughout all of tropical Madagascar. Even if you are right on the coast, chances...
ATLC Says: A few days rest on this beautiful and quiet island on the north/east coast of Madagascar.The white whales come by this beach in october and keep the inhabitants awak with their snoring at night. Just hot sun, swimming, lazing around...
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A few days rest on this beautiful and quiet island on the north/east coast of Madagascar.The white whales come by this beach in october and keep the inhabitants...
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Q: My fiance and I are planning our honeymoon to Madagascar and was looking at Princesse Bora Lodge. It is very important for me to...
A: Hi Firstly, congratulations on your fortcoming wedding! As you rightly say, Ile St Marie is a wonderful place, but it is not the best of destinations to see lemurs. ...
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Ile St Marie is the sort of ludicrously idyllic tropical island that you always hoped might exist, but never quite dared to hope you would be lucky enough to visit! From the time that your flight...
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The beautiful island of Sainte Marie
Nosy Sainte Marie is a beautiful, unspoilt island off the North East coast of Madagascar. The weather is lovely, even in winter and during this time there are opportunities for some of the best whale...
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We arrived on Ile St. Marie on november 2 1999. Because of the lousy condition of the roads, we didn't feel like travelling by hotel-taxi and decided to rent mountainbikes from one of the men in the...
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