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The island’s last primary forest, reached by pirogue from Ambatozavavy, home to black lemurs, panther chameleons and leaf-tailed geckos.
A 360° panorama over the island and its crater lakes, sacred to the Sakalava, where swimming is forbidden.
This giant banyan planted in the nineteenth century near the seafront is still a Sakalava place of prayer, to be visited respectfully and modestly dressed.
Colonial facades, old cannons, a seafront boulevard and a covered market overflowing with spices, vanilla and tropical fruit.
Several estates, including Lemuria Land, show how ylang-ylang flowers are distilled, the craft that earned Nosy Be its perfume island nickname.
Founded in 1994, this music festival brings together artists from Madagascar and other Indian Ocean islands every Pentecost weekend.
On 26 June, parades, street dances and lantern processions celebrate Madagascar’s independence, proclaimed in 1960.
Descendants of the Sakalava royalty keep ceremonies and fady (taboos) alive around sacred places; ask locally before attending one.
Fish, prawns and squid simmered in coconut milk and served with rice are the classics of small eateries and beach restaurants.
Masikita, small zebu skewers grilled over charcoal, are an evening favourite at simple eateries and roadside stalls.
A legacy of sugar cane, local rum is infused with vanilla, ginger, fruit or spices and served in most bars.