Madagascar’s Hidden Paradise Nosy Ankao

Nosy Ankao is a remote and exotic island sanctuary just off the north eastern tip of Madagascar, its ideal if you need privacy, enjoy powder white beaches, lemur trekking and ultra luxury, of course.

Madagascar – a land apart – has evolved its own unique biological order including more than a hundred species of lemur, a giant as well as a dwarf chameleon, the spiky echidna and the alien-looking aye-aye among them. Then there’s the peculiar language – the word for scuba diver would fill half a page. Then there is fady, the local version of taboo. For example, on Nosy Ankao it might require people to walk backwards on alternate Tuesdays, or not (but don’t fret: foreigners are exempt). This land of unspoken beauty and variety teems with natural marvels, enveloped in a tropical ocean alive with marine life. Then there is the resort, designed by an inspired couple whose work is renowned world-wide. It really is a place apart.

Nosy Ankao Itineraries

11 nights Custom Safari 11-Night Safari & Beach Escape: Zambia to Madagascar in Style Counting your lucky stars

Starts: Johannesburg Ends: Johannesburg

Price from USD $29375 per person

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Frequently asked Questions

Nosy Ankao isn’t just an island — it’s a private sanctuary. Powder-white beaches, untouched reefs, lemur-filled forests, and only one ultra-luxury eco-resort. It’s the definition of exclusivity.

The adventure begins with a flight to Diego Suarez (Antsiranana) on Madagascar’s northern tip, followed by a scenic helicopter transfer across turquoise waters to the island. Arrivals are as glamorous as the stay.

There’s just one — Miavana! A collection of sprawling beachfront villas with private pools, butler service, and floor-to-ceiling views of the Indian Ocean.

On land: crowned lemurs, chameleons, rare orchids, and birdlife galore. Offshore: turtles, rays, dolphins, seasonal humpback whales, and even migrating whale sharks. The surrounding reefs are teeming with technicolour fish — it’s an underwater Eden.

Absolutely. For honeymooners, it’s candlelit dinners on the sand and total privacy. For groups, you can book multiple villas (or the whole island) and feel like you’ve rented your own patch of paradise — complete with chefs, guides, and boats on standby.

Yes — beach and bush are the perfect pairing! Start off in the bush for days full of game drives and Big 5 drama. Then switch your camp pool for coral reefs and hop over to Madagascar for an island paradise. Why not have it all?

Diving and snorkelling the reefs, deep-sea fishing, kite surfing, paddleboarding, helicopter flips over emerald bays, guided lemur treks, and castaway picnics on deserted islets. Or you could do nothing at all — which is also highly encouraged here.

From April to December, the weather is dry, sunny, and ideal for diving. From October to December, calm seas and superb visibility underwater prevail, making it perfect for marine adventures. July to September is whale season, when humpbacks cruise past the island.

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