Best time to visit Madagascar

Beach Season in Madagascar

Beach holidays in Madagascar can be combined with wildlife exploration

Best time: September–December

Beach Season
Beach Season

Although Madagascar’s greatest attraction must be its rich endemic wildlife, it also is renowned for its beach resorts distinguished for its marine life and turquoise waters. The months from September to December are considered to be the best for enjoying beach holidays owing to high temperatures and light rains. Water temperatures in November reach 90 °F (32 ºC). Moreover, this time is suitable to combine beach holidays with Malagasy wildlife as rodents, chameleons, snakes, lizards become particularly active during that season. Another advantage is lemurs with their offsprings who are born by the end of October.

The most famous beach destinations in Madagascar are Nosy Be Island and Nosy Boraha Island (formerly known as Sainte-Marie).

Practical info

When is the best time to visit Madagascar's beaches?

September to December is the best time for beach holidays in Madagascar. The climate is great with high temperatures and light rains. The water temperatures in November can reach 90°F. The beach is also an excellent time to explore Malagasy wildlife. You can spot rodents, chameleons, snakes, and lizards become particularly active. You can witness lemurs with their newborns which are born by the end of October. Show more

Where are the most famous beach destinations in Madagascar?

Madagascar's most famous beach destinations are Nosy Be Island and Nosy Boraha Island (Sainte-Marie). The islands offer amazing marine life and turquoise waters. Nosy Be Island has ylang-ylang plantations, which is also popular for its scent used in perfumery. Nosy Boraha Island offers a great place for swimming, scuba diving, snorkeling, and boat excursions. Show more

What is the temperature of the water in Madagascar during November?

November in Madagascar is a great time to visit and the water temperature in November can reach up to 90°F. The weather is excellent with high temperatures and light rains. Lemurs with their newborn can be spotted, along with fascinating wild rodents, chameleons, snakes, and lizards. Relish the warm waters while enjoying the unique wildlife of Madagascar. Show more

Can beach holidays in Madagascar be combined with wildlife exploration?

Madagascar beaches can be combined with wildlife exploration and this is a unique and memorable experience. Visitors can explore Madagascar's wildlife while enjoying high temperatures, light rains, and turquoise waters from September to December. Explore the endemic wildlife and witness the lemurs with their offsprings that are born by the end of October. Beach holidays and wildlife exploration can be combined for an unforgettable experience in Madagascar. Show more

What specific wildlife in Madagascar becomes active during September to December?

Visitors to Madagascar can witness endemic wildlife from September to December. During this period, rodents, chameleons, snakes and lizards become particularly active. Lemurs with their offsprings that are born by the end of October can also be spotted during this time. Discover Madagascar's wildlife while enjoying high temperatures, light rains, and turquoise waters for a unique and memorable experience. Combine beach holidays and wildlife exploration and make the most of your trip to Madagascar. Show more

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