Russian Bay

The Bay of Russians is a small island located between Nosy Iranja and Nosy-Be, formerly called Bay of Ambavatoby. This is not a simple holiday resort for vacationers in search of change of scenery. This place is also a witness of the Russian fleet's journey in Madagascar in 1905 during the moment of the Russo-Japanese war.

In 1905, Russia and Japan, in their endeavor to conquer new territories, disputed the territory of Manchuria (in northeastern China). The Russian fleetlet by Admiral Rojdestvensky, pushed by the Japanese ships, took refuge in the Bay of Ambavatoby. When the Russian squadron was to leave, part of the soldiers did not want to leave the island. The ruins of the Bay of Russians are the witnesses of the historical past of this piece of paradise.

Your overnight anchorage in this area will offer some original views. If you come during the August to mid- October period, you will most likely encounter some colonies of dolphins, whale sharks, manta rays active in their natural environment. You can also watch humpback whales which have become used to swimming in the warm waters of Nosy-Be.

NOSY IRANJA

Trip to the island located about 50 km from Nosy Be. Nosy Iranja is two parts connected by a 2-kilometer long sandy causeway. The island is a nature reserve, sea turtles and palm crabs live here. It is surrounded by a paradise beach, and the ocean is shades from light blue to cobalt. Time to relax on the beach and swim in the ocean. Visit the lighthouse accompanied by our crew.

Nosy Komba

Nosy Komba is known as the island of lemurs as they are a protected species. You can get up close and personal with the local (Black) Lemur at Lemur Park in the village of Ampangorinana and feed them. Local arts & crafts are also available.

Nosy Tanikely

The island is a marine sanctuary, and offers snorkeling that is truly world-class. While in the water you will see all manner of healthy and colorful corals, with vast numbers of reef fish. Sea turtles are almost certain to be seen as well, but sharks are a rarity in the waters throughout the Nosy Be area.

On land, a troop of introduced brown lemurs inhabit the trees at the island's center and can be reached via a short set of stairs that ascend from the beach. There is also a 1 lighthouse at the island's peak, which can be ascended via a spiral staircase. An 2 interpretive kiosk adjacent to the lighthouse provides information about the area's nature in several different languages. Along the beach, a small trail leads up to a tree that is home to a 3 colony of massive fruit bats, also known as Madagascar flying foxes. When visiting the bats be sure to keep your distance to avoid disturbing the colony.