Île Sainte-Marie Beach Package • 6 Days

Île Sainte-Marie Beach Package

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Island beach holiday deal exploring Isle St Marie on the coast of Eastern Madagascar. Enjoy your stay in luxurious accommodation with this package. Starting and ending in Antananarivo, Madagascar. Madagascar is not only known for its endemic fauna and flora, but is also renowned for its endless coastline, white sandy beaches, sparkling clear turquoise water and restaurants serving seafood feasts on the sand. To round off your holiday in Madagascar with a spectacular beach-stay, we suggest heading off to the sublime Île Sainte Marie for a  six day break.

Highlights of the Package

Experience the busy streets of Madagascar’s picturesque capital city, Antananarivo. Relax and explore on the beautiful island of St Marie Madagascar, a small island stretching only 50 km long and 7 km wide. Enjoy various activities such as boat tours, road trips, quad bike tours and many more (own expense).Pirate Cemetery – The Pirate Cemetery is an absolute must-see destination when visiting St Marie Island and is the only pirate cemetery in the world.

Whale Watching

The best time to go whale watching in Madagascar is from June to September. Whales are fascinating creatures, their awe-inspiring size and mysterious habits have earned them legendary status among sea-dwelling mammals. Madagascar is a fantastic place to spot these great giants of the deep.

Accommodation

Please note that Madagascar is a country that is in its infancy when it comes to tourism. Accommodation is limited so all the above-mentioned accommodation is subject to availability, and we reserve the right to change these using similar accommodation of the same standards. Accommodation will be in mid to upper-range hotels.

Day 1

Carlton Hotel (or similar)
Antananarivo, Madagascar

Days 2 – 5

Princesse Bora Lodge (or similar)
Île Sainte-Marie, Madagascar

Included

  • 1 night at Carlton Hotel, Antananarivo in a Superior Room on a bed and breakfast basis,
  • 4 nights at Princesse Bora Lodge & Spa, Île Sainte-Marie Madagascar in a Luxury Villa on half board basis.
  • Return airport transfers in Antananarivo and Île Sainte-Marie, Madagascar

Excluded

  • Flights from Antananarivo to Sainte Marie
  • Pre and post-tour accommodation
  • Optional Activities
  • All drinks & meals not specified in the itinerary
  • Personal expenses such as gratuities, visas, travel insurance, curios, laundry etc.

Pre-Tour Information

Departure

When arriving in Antananarivo on the morning of day 1 of the Île Sainte-Marie Beach Package, you will be picked up from the airport and embark on your tour. Should you arrive prior to day 1, pre-tour accommodation can be arranged and you will be picked up from your hotel on the morning of day 1 (Pick up time will be confirmed on arrival).

Visas

A visa is required to enter the territory of Madagascar and can easily be obtained upon arrival at the airport of Antananarivo with a validity of up to 60 days. Tourists staying in the country for less than a month can purchase a visa (approx. €35), which can be paid with Mastercard or Visa. No photographs are required, however please ensure that passports are valid for at least 6 months after the return date. Kindly note that for the visa upon arrival, a valid return ticket is required. Alternatively, you can obtain a visa for a duration of less than 15 days at a cost of only €30. The E-visa website, https://evisamada-mg.com/en/home, is fully operational, allowing individuals to apply for the E-visa and make payment using a credit card. Once the application is approved, a PDF file will be issued, which can be presented upon arrival in exchange for a visa stamp in the passport.

Travel Insurance

Please note that travel and cancellation insurance is mandatory for every guest travelling with JENMAN Madagascar Safaris. All insurance is solely the responsibility of our guests. Please ensure you arrange
your own insurance with protection for the full duration of your journey to cover personal injury, damage and loss of personal items including but not limited to camera equipment and other electronic items, medical expenses, repatriation expenses and loss of luggage, etc. Please speak to your travel agent if you require assistance

On arrival at Ivato airport, you will be transferred to your hotel in Antananarivo, where you can relax from your flight and take a swim. There may be an opportunity for you to ask the hotel to do a tour of the handicrafts market (additional expense).  
After a quick breakfast, you will be transferred back to Ivato airport for your flight to St Marie. On arrival, you will be met at the airport & transferred to Princess Bora Lodge, your hotel on this tropical island.
Sainte Marie Island This long, narrow island off Madagascar’s east coast might be just the piece of heaven you’re looking for. Also known as Nosy Boraha, its lush islets, bays and coves will provide the same privacy and mystique they did for the legendary pirates that held out here after their plunders in days gone by. The waters are endowed with significant coralline growth and offer first-class diving; or if you prefer being ‘onboard’, take a traditional pirogue ride in the calm bays – from July you can witness the migration of substantial groups of humpback whales off the Madagascar coast. And for history lovers, a visit to the pirates’ cemetery of Saint-Pierre is a must. Fill your days with the activities you most enjoy. Snorkelling is an option and you will be able to observe the colourful fish in the reef, in front of the lodge, or you could book a few days of scuba diving! Fishing trips may also be arranged, or simply just enjoy a cocktail or two on the beach admiring the sunset hues.
Day Itinerary After a leisurely breakfast, check out of your hotel and transfer to the airport for your departing flight to Antananarivo and onwards home.

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