Sacred waterfall, SIRAMA ruins, Sacred Lake, ylang-ylang and sunset on Mont Passot
A quad bike is one of the most original ways to discover Nosy Be. Away from the beaches, this day follows the tracks and small roads of the island's interior, between sacred sites, old farmland, industrial heritage and viewpoints, until sunset on Mont Passot.
After a safety briefing and getting to grips with the quads, the tracks lead to a waterfall considered a sacred place. The route then crosses former sugar cane land turned into rice fields, up to the SIRAMA ruins, which tell the story of sugar and rum on Nosy Be.
After lunch, the route alternates country tracks and small roads through villages. Your guide introduces the Sacred Lake and its beliefs, then the ylang-ylang plantations, Nosy Be's signature scent, used for essential oils.
The day ends on Mont Passot, the highest point of Nosy Be, facing the sacred lakes, to watch the sun set over the island. Back at your hotel around 6:30 pm.
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08h30
Pick-up at your hotel, safety briefing and getting to grips with the quads before heading inland on Nosy Be.
09h30
The tracks lead to a waterfall considered a sacred place. Your guide tells its story and the traditions around it.
10h30
Crossing former sugar cane land turned into rice fields, with the story of how farming and village life have changed.
11h30
In front of the old sugar industry ruins, the story of SIRAMA, sugar, rum and the workers who shaped the island.
12h30
Lunch with local flavours, then a rest before setting off again.
14h00
Small roads and country tracks through villages, to see everyday local life.
15h00
Your guide explains the history of the Sacred Lake, the beliefs linked to it and its importance for local people.
16h00
Through the ylang-ylang plantations, Nosy Be's signature scent, with explanations of essential oil production.
17h30
Climb to Mont Passot, the highest point of Nosy Be, facing the sacred lakes, for sunset over the island.
18h30
Back at your hotel around 6:30 pm, after a day of nature, history and the scents of Nosy Be.
Pick-up at 8:30 am from your hotel on Nosy Be, back around 6:30 pm. Groups of 2 to 8 people. To drive a quad: minimum age 16 and a valid driving licence; children aged 5 to 12 ride as passengers. Helmet and safety gear provided. Times may be adjusted to weather and track conditions. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty, closed shoes and long trousers.
€75 per driver (own quad), €45 per adult passenger, €30 per child passenger aged 5 to 12, and €95 for a private quad for 2 people. The price includes hotel transfer, the quad, fuel, helmet and safety gear, the guide, lunch and water. Entrance fees at some sites are not included.
A full day: pick-up at your hotel at 8:30 am and return around 6:30 pm, after sunset on Mont Passot.
A valid driving licence is required to drive a quad. Passengers do not need one. A briefing and practice session take place before departure, no previous experience is needed.
Yes. The route is accessible and the pace is adapted to the group. There is time to get used to the quad before hitting the tracks, and your guide stays with you all day.
Yes, the quads can carry a driver and a passenger. Let us know your choice when booking so we prepare the right number of vehicles.
Children aged 5 to 12 can take part as passengers, at a dedicated rate. To drive a quad, you must be at least 16 with a valid licence.
The tour runs all year. In the rainy season, track conditions may change the route or schedule: ask us for advice based on your dates.
Helmet and safety gear are provided, a briefing is given before departure and your guide leads the group all day at a suitable pace. Before travelling to Madagascar, also check your government's official travel advice.
Times and the route may be adjusted to weather and track conditions. If the outing is impossible, we contact you to arrange a new date or another solution.
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