Who has never dreamed of going back in time to discover a lost paradise? Exploring the Makay massif, a remote territory in the extreme south of the island, is like discovering the myth of a forgotten valley that jealously guards its Noah's Ark...

The Makay: for adventurers in search of a lost paradise...

The zebu is sure to feature in any trip to Madagascar and is of great importance in everyday life. The zebu is a visible sign of wealth, an essential part of farming and also plays a leading role in local culture.

The importance of the omby or zebu in Madagascar

Discover the Manambolo River, which flows through the western part of the country, gently crossing the regions of Melaky and Menabe. The journey down the Manambolo, which is more adventurous than the Tsiribihina, begins after a few days of trekking through the desert hills of the west. It is an excellent way to gain direct access to Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park!

The journey down the Manambolo River

Located A2 kilometres from Toliara, the Antsokay Arboretum is home to a great number of plant species from southern Madagascar. As you walk amongst the different trees, a guide will explain the role of each substance in the daily life of the region's inhabitants. A wonderful introduction to the culture of the south of the country

The Antsokay Arboretum

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Antsirabe

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Bemaraha (Tsingy)

Situated in northwestern Madagascar, not far from the island of Nosy Be, Russian Bay opens onto the Mozambique Channel. Its quiet waters provide shelter to many species of fish, rays and turtles.

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History gave the bay its name: during the Russo-Japanese War at the beginning of the twentieth century, the Russian fleet used Nosy Be as a rallying point for a large number of its vessels. After many long months in the region and a great deal of drinking, the Russian soldiers suffered a major defeat at the hands of the Japanese fighters. The soldiers have disappeared today, but the bay has kept its name. Russian Bay offers a perfect postcard landscape. The mangrove trees reflect on the water in a mixture of vibrant colours and its magnificent beaches complete the picture.

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