Anjajavy: A Luxury Private Island Sanctuary
A private northwestern escape combining a rare visit to the Sankoany celestite mine by speedboat with a secluded stay at Anjajavy, one of Madagascar's most exclusive island lodges.
Anjajavy sits on its own peninsula on Madagascar’s northwest coast, reached only by private charter flight, where dry forest meets a shoreline of secluded coves and sun-bleached dunes. This is a journey built around that seclusion: a rare detour to the Sankoany celestite mine, reached by private speedboat across Bombetoka Bay, followed by days with nothing on the agenda but the lodge, the lemurs and the sea.
Every detail is arranged privately, from the charter flights that link each stage to a Seaview Villa reserved for the two of you alone. It is a short journey in length but a complete one in character, suited to travelers who want Madagascar’s wild beauty without compromising on comfort.
What's included
- Assistance from the Vivy Travel Madagascar team throughout
- Private airport and hotel transfers
- Domestic flight to Mahajanga
- Half-board accommodation in Mahajanga (dinner included)
- Private round-trip speedboat charter to Sankoany, including fuel
- All entrance fees at the Sankoany celestite mine
- Local specialty lunch during the Sankoany excursion
- Private charter flight to Anjajavy
- Accommodation at Anjajavy in a Seaview Villa, double occupancy
- Services of an English-speaking guide/assistant throughout
Not included
- International flights
- Visa fees (if applicable)
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages (unless specified)
- Tips and gratuities
- Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Meals not specified in the itinerary
- Excess baggage charges
Day by day itinerary
Welcome by the Vivy Travel team at the airport and assistance ahead of your onward flight to Mahajanga. On arrival, transfer to your hotel for a half-board overnight stay.
An early private transfer to the port precedes a scenic speedboat crossing of Bombetoka Bay to the Sankoany estuary, passing through remarkable coastal landscapes and mangrove ecosystems. A guided visit to the celestite mine reveals the history of the site, traditional mining techniques and the famous blue crystals, followed by a picnic lunch in the village and a cultural exchange with the local community before the return journey to Mahajanga.
A private charter flight carries you directly from Mahajanga to Anjajavy, where a short transfer brings you to the lodge to begin your stay.
Three nights at leisure within Anjajavy's private peninsula, surrounded by dry forest, white-sand beaches and the lemurs and baobabs that define this exceptional reserve. Accommodation in a Seaview Villa, double occupancy.
A private flight returns you to Antananarivo in good time to connect with your international departure.
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