A night on the island after the day boats leave, between lagoon, lighthouse and sea turtles
When the day-trip boats head back to sea, Nosy Iranja becomes quiet again. This 2-day, 1-night bivouac from Nosy Be lets you enjoy the island, its white sandbank and turquoise lagoon almost on your own, from sunset to sunrise.
The camp is set under casuarina trees, facing the sandbank that links the two islets. You sleep in a tent or a comfortable bungalow, with a thick mattress and fresh sheets. Candlelit dinner by the water, wood-fired grilled fish and a starry sky.
Nosy Iranja is a known nesting site. During the night our team watches the beach: if you wish, they let you know as soon as a turtle starts laying eggs or hatchlings emerge. This depends on the season and on luck.
A walk through the fishing village and a climb to the so-called Eiffel lighthouse for the ocean view. Snorkelling on the reefs to meet green and hawksbill turtles, then kayak and paddle the next morning on calm water. During the crossing, dolphins and, depending on the season, humpback whales sometimes escort the boat.
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On site
Once the day boats have left, the Nosy Iranja bivouac slows down. At sunset, travellers gather on the sand while waiting for bedtime: musicians from the village sometimes come to play and sing, people dance, and on other evenings games take over. A simple, unscheduled moment that is as much part of the trip as the day's excursions.
Day 1 · 07h30
Board a speedboat on Nosy Be and cruise along wild coastline. Dolphins and, depending on the season, humpback whales sometimes escort the boat.
Day 1 · 09h30
Welcome on Nosy Iranja and drop your bags at the shaded camp under casuarina trees, facing the white sandbank that links the two islands at low tide.
Day 1 · 10h30
Guided walk through the fishing village to see local life, then a climb to the so-called Eiffel lighthouse for a superb ocean view.
Day 1 · 12h30
Freshly grilled grouper or snapper, prawn skewers, coconut rice, fresh salads and tropical fruit.
Day 1 · 14h00
Mask and snorkel in hand, explore the coral reefs and perhaps meet green and hawksbill turtles.
Day 1 · 17h30
On the beach left empty by the day boats, a house rum cocktail as the sky turns gold and purple.
Day 1 · 19h30
Candlelit dinner to the sound of the waves: wood-fired grilled fish and local specialities under a starry sky.
Day 1 · Nuit
Night in a tent or comfortable bungalow. Our team watches the beach and, if you wish, wakes you as soon as a turtle lays eggs or hatchlings emerge.
Day 2 · 06h00
Wake at sunrise and walk the empty beach, following the tracks left by the night's sea turtles.
Day 2 · 07h30
Coffee, teas, fresh juice, seasonal fruit and pastries facing the lagoon.
Day 2 · 09h00
A kayak or stand-up paddle session on calm water, or a last swim in the turquoise bay.
Day 2 · 12h00
Light meal at the camp, packing up and some last free time to photograph the sandbank.
Day 2 · 14h30
Back on the speedboat for a peaceful return to Nosy Be.
Day 2 · 16h00
Transfer back to your hotel around 4:00 pm, after two timeless days.
Pick-up at 7:30 am from your hotel on Nosy Be, back the next day around 4:00 pm. Groups of 2 to 12 people. Times may be adjusted to weather, sea and tides. Turtle sightings depend on the season. Bring one small bag per person and leave large luggage at your hotel on Nosy Be.
€180 per adult, €95 per child aged 5 to 10 and €130 for ages 11 to 15, for 2 days and 1 night. The price includes the transfer from your hotel on Nosy Be, the boat, the guide, lodging in a tent or bungalow, full board, water, snorkelling gear, kayak and paddle. For children under 5, please contact us.
Two days and one night: pick-up at your hotel at 7:30 am on day one and return around 4:00 pm the next day. The crossing takes about 2 hours each way.
You sleep in a tent or a comfortable bungalow, with a thick mattress, fresh sheets and soft lighting, set under casuarina trees facing the beach. Our team supervises the camp all night.
Nosy Iranja is a known nesting site and our team watches the beach at night. If a turtle starts laying eggs or hatchlings emerge, we let you know. They are wild animals: it depends on the season and on luck.
Between July and September, humpback whales visit the Mozambique Channel and sometimes escort the boat. Dolphins are seen more regularly. Of course, these sightings are never guaranteed.
Yes, it is rated easy and works well for families: swimming, snorkelling, kayak and a night on the beach. The crossing of about 2 hours is worth considering for younger children.
It is led by our local team, present at the camp all night, with an experienced boat and crew. We only leave when sea conditions allow. Before travelling to Madagascar, also check your government's official travel advice.
The bivouac lets you enjoy Nosy Iranja after the day boats leave: sunset, a starry night, turtle watch and a morning on an empty beach. If you are short on time, the Nosy Iranja day trip shows you the island in one day.
One small bag per person is enough: swimwear, towel, sunscreen, hat and sunglasses for the beach; light cotton clothes, a jumper and insect repellent for the night; flip-flops and trainers for the lighthouse climb; a headlamp, power bank, dry bag and some cash. Leave large luggage at your hotel on Nosy Be.
Times may be adjusted to weather, sea and tides. If the crossing is impossible, we contact you to arrange a new date or another solution.
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