Madagascar is a country of great diversity in terms of culture and economical options. There is a certain experience that you get from Madagascar that is incomparable. Whether it’s viewing Madagascar’s unique wildlife or breathtaking views of the stunning rainforest and white sand beaches. Madagascar is indescribably fun. It will not just give you a buzzing view of its teeming natural beauty. It will also give you an emotional rollercoaster through its outstanding beaches, which makes it difficult to choose where to go. You will surely get what you paid for (and much more) once you see Madagascar’s Luxurious Island and the ecosystem.
If you have ever visited Mauritius, you are getting a small snippet into how wild, and fascinating Madagascar’s landscape is. Madagascar is culturally rich and traditional enough to be interesting. The destination is best known for its lemur (primitive relatives of apes, monkeys, and humans), stunning orchids, colourful chameleon, and towering baobab trees. Madagascar lemurs are endemic to the island, meaning they are regularly found in Madagascar and nowhere else on earth. You have no excuse not to visit Madagascar and see this rare species.
Madagascar brief history
Madagascar’s history of its stunning orchids and lemur goes back thousands of years, leaving behind a multitude of historical sites.
Madagascar Capital: Antananarivo
Main Cities: Antsirabe, Toamasina, and Mahajanga
Population: 25.57 million people
Area 587,041 km²
Major Religion: Islam and Christianity
Main Language: French and Malagasy
Climate: Madagascar has two distinct seasons; Summer and Winter. November and April are summer; May to October- winter
Dialling code: +261
Currency: Malagasy ariary
Symbols: Ar
Tribes: 18 tribes
Central Bank: Reserve Bank of Madagascar
Emergency Numbers: 999 for police, 112 for Fire Department
MADAGASCAR CULTURE AND DESTINATION
Madagascar’s main cities usually enjoy a more western-style culture and a wide range of economical options to choose from.
Dressing Style
The dressing styles in Madagascar vary in different regions. A large section of Madagascar follows the Western style of clothing. In the Northern areas of Madagascar, both men and women wear a Lamba, a traditional costume that is worn around the waist, making it very interesting for you to explore different traditional costumes.
Madagascar Cuisine
Madagascar food is a hotbed of hospitality with diverse restaurants serving different food across the globe – at some of the best prices. Every visitor issues feedback on how good and affordable Madagascar food is. Not only that, Madagascar moderately prized traditional food. This appetizing array includes Kabaka, which might have beef, fish, or chicken and can be served with rice. You have no excuse not to visit Madagascar and try their different arrays of dishes.
Madagascar Music
The musical scene in Madagascar is influenced by the diverse culture that connects them with other cultures across the globe. There is something electric about seeing Madagascar cultural musicians perform, their energy is infectious, their dancing is captivating, and their live performance will have you feeling the tune in your bones. You will be sure to leave in the best of moods and belting out their magical tunes. It would be crazy to miss out on this thrilling experience.
Madagascar festival
In Madagascar, festivals are transformed into outdoor cultural events. Also, precious Madagascar art sculptures are set up around the city for all to see and experience the festival like never before! The secular music festival observed in Madagascar is a combination of Malagasy sport, music, and cultural events.
Madagascar Wildlife
Madagascar wildlife impresses with its beautiful dramatic scenery where the coast is constantly eroded by rich invertebrate fauna and lemur, stunning orchids, colourful chameleon, and towering baobab trees. No matter the time of the year, you will catch yourself daydreaming about the weekends away by the ice cream, breeze, especially the Madagascar sunsets. Visit Madagascar wildlife and get immediately hooked.
Palmarium Reserve
The private reserve of Palmarium translates from Malagasy as a ‘nest of dreams.’ The isolation of the Palmarium means it is one of the best places in Africa, where you can come close to some of the endemic and tame lemur species on the island.
Andasibe Mantadia National Park and Kirindy National Park
Andasibe Mantadia National Park includes the Analamazaotra Reserve. The park holds a large Indri Lemur, which is known for its distinctively loud song. Andasibe Mantadia National Park and Kirindy National Park offer an eye-puzzling display of teeming natural beauty that makes you sure that God Himself left those majestic beauties and creatures because He loves us and wants us to experience His marvellous creation in awe.
Madagascar Nosy Be Experience and Tsirbihina River
The island of Nosy Be has all the features and experiences you would expect; incredible seafood, soft white sand and turquoise waters. If you are a fan of the great outdoors, choose from an abundance of Madagascar adventure activities in Nosy Be, such as diving, swimming, sailing, fishing, and snorkelling, and also don’t miss a thrilling boat adventure on Tsirbihina River at Sunrise. There is absolutely no wrong way to spend a day in these two destinations.
Helpful Travelling tips
- Book through an agent directly to save costs. Since OTA’s takes commissions
- Currency and Banking. The currency of Madagascar is Malagasy ariary (Ar). There are approximately 0.00027 Ar to $1.
- Travel Insurance is everything
- Recommended packing list. Camera, and a portable backpack with a zipper for daily use.
- Dress Modest