DIEGO SUAREZ and NOSY BE
ABOUT DIEGO AND NOSY BE
Diego Suarez and surroundings
Diego Suarez, also known as Antsiranana, is the largest city in northern Madagascar. It is also the island’s third port. A former French garrison, Diego Suarez and the surrounding region are a special destination offering a variety of water and land-based activities. Among the must-sees is the magnificent Ramena beach, considered one of the most beautiful in the world. Stretching over several kilometers, this beach alone is worth the trip to Diego Suarez. It is located around twenty kilometers from the city and is sheltered by the small fishing village of Ramena. Here, you can enjoy a wide range of water sports in a mild, year-round climate.
Depending on the season of your visit, you can also enjoy interesting cultural visits. Ramena beach is also the starting point for the Emerald Sea (Mer d’Emeraude), a supernatural beauty with crystal-clear turquoise waters. Its shallow depth and light sandy bottom give it its distinctive color.The tranquility of the Baie des Pigeons, a site that was once home to endemic birds. Sport and tranquility rhyme in Diego.
In the Antsiranana region, you’ll find several natural parks to explore. Montagne d’Ambre National Park, Ankarana Special Reserve, Tsingy Rouge d’Antsiranana and Montagne de Français Private Park.
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