Although our island is beautiful and offers lots to do, a visit to the North-West of Madagascar also gives you a chance to see more of the nearby islands.
All these trips can be done in a day, so there is no need to pack your suitcase to explore more of this part of Madagascar.
Nosy Iranja and Nosy Antsoha
If you were going to imagine a perfect tropical island, it might look like Nosy Iranja.
Turquoise seas, white sand beaches and vibrant market stalls - it is truly beautiful here.
Actually, two islands connected by a sand spit at low tide: you can swim in the clear waters, visit the fishermen’s village or walk to the lighthouse for a breathtaking view.
In season, you can see humpback whales or dolphins on the way there and back.
On some itineraries, you can also stop at Nosy Antsoha to see the resident lemurs up close.
Nosy Tanikely
Famed for its excellent snorkelling, Nosy Tanikely is well worth a visit.
This small and charming volcanic island has a protected marine area with schools of colourful fish and hawksbill turtles.
More wildlife sightings are possible on land; as you walk up to the lighthouse you can often see the resident lemurs and the flying foxes living in the treetops.
Nosy Be
The big island offers a wide range of opportunities, from immersing yourself in the local culture to getting active with horse riding and quad biking.
The main town of Hellville is a melting pot of sights and sounds, and a trip to the market and port lets you experience the smiles and friendliness of the locals. A visit to the ylang-ylang distillery will show you how this local flower is processed for the international perfume industry.
Visit the luscious waterfalls for a quick dip, or take a trip up to the highest point, Mont Passot, for a 360° view of the nearby islands (including your home, here on Nosy Sakatia) and the sacred lakes formed in the dormant craters of the volcano which made this island.
Lokobe Nature Reserve
Situated on Nosy Be, this national park has three different circuits to explore, taking an average of 1.5 hours to 3 hours to complete.
The park is an area of primary forest and is home to 376 species of animals, including 11 species of lemurs. It is a great place to see some of the amazing wildlife of Madagascar.
Nosy Komba
Halfway between Nosy Be and the Madagascar mainland, Nosy Komba has excellent walks, the opportunity to see lemurs and a chance to buy beautiful handmade embroidery from the local village.
Booking excursions
Please speak to our managers who can assist with booking excursions and activities on and around Nosy Sakatia.
Please note that for excursions that you take with other companies, you will need to pay directly them.
Most only accept payments in ariary.
You can find out more about changing money here.
If you are taking an excursion on one of Sakatia Lodge’s boats, you can choose to pay cash in euros or US dollars or add the cost of the trip onto your account.
