Madagascar is a very unique country, different to anywhere else I’ve ever been, with landscapes, animals and cultural traditions that you won’t find anywhere else. It’s a bit like Africa and a bit like Southeast Asia, but not quite like either.
The first time I went to Madagascar, I spent time in the west, south and east of the country. This time I was primarily in the north. But it’s such a big island, I still have plenty more to explore! And I’d quite happily go back to all the places I’ve already been.
I loved both trips but they were completely different. Every part of Madagascar has it’s own unique characteristics and a slightly different feel to it. And even that can change dramatically, depending on the the time of year.
My favourite part of my first trip was driving through rivers, taking car ferries, seeing the Avenue of the Baobabs and hearing the haunting call of the indris (the biggest lemur) in Mitsinjo forest. My favourite part of my last trip included hiking along deserted beaches, swimming with whale sharks and turtles, and seeing humpback whales.
So I wanted to share a few of my favourite photos so that you can see (some of) the diversity of this wonderful country. And if you’re already planning a trip, don’t forget to check out my post about all the things you should know before visiting Madagascar – I promise you the advice will come in handy for this weird and wonderful place.
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Photos to Inspire You to Visit Madagascar
Avenue of the BaobabsThe cool rock formations at Tsingy RougeA male black lemurA female black lemurThe view of the Nosy Iranja sandbank from the lighthouseSwimming with Whale Sharks in Nosy BeLocal Bar in Antsiranana also called Diego SuarezMadagascar’s capital, Antananarivo with the Jacaranda trees in full bloom (taken in early November)The Black-and-white ruffed lemurAnalakely Market in Antananarivo where you can buy all sorts of thingsOne of our cars, stuck in a river on the way to Tsingy De Bemaraha National Park – the roads in Madagascar are something elseTraditional Malagasy instruments at the Route Digue craft marketThe local thermal swimming pool in RanomafanaMadagascar is famous for having 96 different chameleon species – more than any other country in the worldTravelling by pousse pousse (tuk tuk) is a popular way to get around for both locals and touristsA ring-tailed lemur aka King Julien from the film MadagascarAntananarivo from above – taken from the viewpoint near to the Queen’s PalaceThe Isalo Window, a cool rock formation in Isalo National ParkThe Avenue of the Baobabs at sunsetA Malagasy car ferry – this is the only way to get to some of the more remote places in Madagascar if travelling by roadA tiny mouse lemur – the smallest primate in the worldLocal street art in Antsiranana Market dayThe crystal clear water of the ‘Emerald Sea’Enjoying the beautiful beaches of northern MadagascarMadagascar has great rum – go easy, it’s strong stuffTaking a tuk tuk is a great way to travel around towns in MadagascarLocal cows named zebus are an integral part of Malagasy life, for food (usually special occasions), wealth and transportMalagasy women paint their faces with clay for decoration and protection from the sunThere’s a lot of deforestation in Madagascar, but there are still some beautiful landscapes
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I hope these photos inspire you to visit incredible Madagascar!
