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Instant knowledge: The Art of Basket Weaving

The practice of basket weaving in Madagascar is more widespread than you might think. From one region to another, local raw materials such as raffia, palm leaves, reed, rushes, rice straw, and sisal are skillfully crafted. These materials allow women to create both functional and aesthetic objects: hats, handbags, briefcases, placemats, sandals, and even decorative animals. Nothing is more trendy than these pieces in vibrant or pastel colors!

Tips for enjoying your trip to Madagascar

Madagascar is a destination where travelers often move from place to place, meaning frequent trips from one point to another, which requires a lot of travel by car, although domestic flights may sometimes be included for certain routes. These journeys can be exhausting, especially if you're not used to them.

Jacarandas: A Burst of Beauty in the Heart of Tana

Antananarivo will soon be illuminated with its most beautiful colors... The jacarandas are about to bloom! Walks around Lake Anosy then become a striking visual spectacle, with these majestic trees adorned in bright violet, breathing life into the center of the city.

Discover Diego-Suarez Bay

Diego-Suarez Bay offers wild shores to explore, surrounded by lush vegetation of rosewoods, baobabs, and vibrant flamboyant trees. This site, rich in history, is filled with military remnants and stretches of white sandy beaches as far as the eye can see.

World cookery brought to Madagascar

Traveling to Madagascar also means being welcomed by a true culinary melting pot! Besides the Malagasy culinary delights, the island offers many surprises through its diverse culinary influences from around the world.  Malagasy cuisine has its own unique charm, but Madagascar is also a crossroads of flavors from elsewhere. In the island’s main cities, restaurants will allow you to taste dishes that will evoke memories or take you even further on your culinary journey.

Île aux Nattes

Île aux Nattes, this small round gem measuring 5 km by 3.5 km, is located just 5 minutes by pirogue south of Sainte-Marie. With its pristine white sandy fringe and lush vegetation, it offers a peaceful refuge away from modern hustle and mass tourism. This enchanting place proves to be a destination for sustainability and ecotourism, preserving its authenticity while welcoming visitors for many years.

Participate in Malagasy Greetings and Wishes

During your visit to Madagascar, you may have the opportunity to attend cultural events where greetings and wishes play a central role. Whether it's to celebrate a birth, a wedding, or even year-end festivities, it’s essential to know how to express your wishes and greetings in Malagasy. And guess what? It’s just as simple as in any other country!

Electricity in Madagascar

Although the current used is 220 V and the outlets are similar to those in France, the reality on the ground can be quite different. In major cities, frequent disruptions in electricity supply are part of daily life. JIRAMA, the state-owned company, often cuts power for several hours a day in non-priority areas. Some establishments compensate for these outages by using their own generators, and solar panels are starting to spread.

Discover the Macaco: The king of the forests of Northwest Madagascar

Dive into the tropical forests of Sambirano, in Northwest Madagascar, and let yourself be amazed by one of the island’s most fascinating residents: the Lemur macaco, where the male is distinguished by his black head, while the female has white tufts of fur framing her ears.

Preserve Nature and Culture Through Your Travels

Explore Madagascar While Protecting Its Natural and Cultural Heritage

Dear traveler , did you know that Vivy Travel Madagascar doesn’t just organize tailor-made trips to Madagascar? We’re also deeply committed to preserving our rich natural and cultural heritage. Every experience we create is designed not only to offer you unforgettable memories, but also to promote sustainable conservation and respect for our environment and culture. Immerse yourself in an authentic adventure where every step you take contributes to preserving the beauty and diversity of Madagascar for future generations.

To find out more about our association, click here.

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