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Small airport on the island's southern tip, served by Madagascar Airlines. Several places to stay in the south are just a few minutes away.
Madagascar's main international gateway, including from Paris. This is where you connect to Sainte-Marie, about a 1-hour flight away.
Another departure point for flights to Sainte-Marie, and the starting town for road and boat transfers via Mahambo or Soanierana-Ivongo.
The national airline, flying to Sainte-Marie from Antananarivo (about 1 hour) and Toamasina. Frequencies vary by season: check the official website.
Official websitemadagascarairlines.com→The most common sea link: a 1 to 1.5-hour crossing, sometimes longer. Frequent cancellations in rough seas in July and August; book through your accommodation or an agency.
Allow 8 to 10 hours in total from Toamasina, including the road and the crossing. Agencies in Tamatave arrange the transfer with hotel pick-up.
Domestic flights and accommodation fill up during whale season, especially in July and August. Book several weeks in advance.
Boats are often cancelled in rough seas, particularly in July and August. Allow at least one day's margin before your international flight home.
French travellers need a paid visa, available on arrival or online (official e-visa), a passport valid for 6 months and a €10 tourist tax. Check rates and the rules for your nationality before you travel.
Official websiteevisamada.gov.mg→