The Best of Nosy Be: Full Private Island Tour or Group
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Forget the usual tours. We are an Italo-Madagascan team that puts you in touch with passionate local guides, ready to reveal the authentic soul of Nosy Be with stories and adventures that you will not find anywhere else!
With the Nosy Be Tour we propose you will not only see places: you will live them. From the markets of Hell-Ville to the sunset of Mont Passot, you will immerse yourself in the beating heart of local culture.
Why choose MadaDays?
* Expert Guides: We work with experienced local storytellers, such as Vanessa and Claudio, who know every secret of the island and will accompany you on an authentic journey.
* Unique Itineraries: We select tours that go beyond the clichés to discover the hidden gems of the island, including lakes, sacred waterfalls and historic sites.
* Small Groups : We prefer small group experiences for an intimate and personal atmosphere.
* Flexibility: Local guides are available, where possible, to tailor the tour to your interests.
The tour is not wheelchair accessible.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
You can have lunch at local restaurants with delicious products and low costs.
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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What To Expect
Hell-Ville
Visit the Local Markets of Hell-Ville! The markets of Hell-Ville, Nosy Be offer an authentic immersion in Malagasy culture, among bright colors, exotic scents and animated bargaining. This is the place where the local people get their supplies! The Indoor Market (Tsena Mora) is a riot of fresh produce, spices and local crafts, while the Outdoor Market (Tsena Ambony) enchants with traditional clothes, fabrics and objects. Bargaining is a must, cash is needed (euro or ariary, the local currency) and respect for local culture is paramount. The market tour is an unforgettable experience to discover the soul of Nosy Be.
Holy Tree by Nosy Be. The sacred tree of Nosy Be, located in the heart of the island, is a place rich in history and cultural significance. It is an imposing banyan tree whose aerial roots form an intricate structure reminiscent of a cathedral. Its history is linked to local traditions and animist beliefs. During the visit, you can admire its impressive size and discover the stories and legends related to this sacred place. The sacred tree of Nosy Be was planted by the queen of the Sakalava tribe in 1836. Even today, the queen of Nosy Be makes a pilgrimage every year to sacrifice a zebu and receive the blessing of the ancestors. Before approaching the tree, you must take off your shoes and, if you have bare legs, you must wear a pareo.
Options
Private Group Tour Option
Private Group Tour Option
Pickup included
Nosy Be Island Guided Cultural Excursion (Small Groups)
Pickup included
Stop at Lemurialand Park
Stop at Lemurialand Park: Zoological/botanical park where you can see lemurs, snakes, turtles, chameleons, etc., and Ylang ylang plantations.
Pickup included
Reviews
11 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Nosy be with madadays
giuseppevO2621OU,
Oct 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Trip with excursions with madadays, it was a unique and wonderful experience. A very kind and prepared staff, they speak perfect Italian. Francesco was always present to please us, Alberto our guide always kind to make himself available. However we highly recommend it.
The best for carefree excursions and at the right price
simco95,
Sep 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Quick answers, maximum availability for customizing excursions, reliable, honest, excellent choice of local guides and above all, a lot of professionalism. We would add that, due to health reasons, we were forced to change the calendar the day before for the next day and they gave us maximum flexibility without any pressure. Finally, speaking of the price, if you do the complete package you save even more than dealing directly with the beach boys having all the amenities of a serious group. Simone and Giorgia Nosy Be - September 2025
Great experience
Carlo F,
Aug 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00A way to get to know Nosy Be beyond the beaches. The sacred tree is fascinating, the waterfall is pretty. Very exciting sunset from the top of the mountain with beautiful views. Nice market and relaxing stop at the beach of Andilana, panoramic and suitable for a swim
Beautiful trips
GrandTour45838352193,
Aug 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were on a boat to Komba and Nosy Tanikely and had a wonderful tour of the interior with the very nice Vanessa. All ok, punctual, serious, helpful and recommendable from every point of view. Antonio
Perfect tour in a short time
706amania,
Jun 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had an amazing experience touring Nosy Be with Theo as my private guide! He managed to organize everything I wanted to see in a very short time, and the tour couldn’t have been better. From start to finish, everything was smooth, well-planned, and tailored perfectly to my interests.
Good Day on Nosy Be
958spencerf,
May 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My wife and I, along with another couple, thoroughly enjoyed our tour of Nosy Be. Our guide, Theo, was fantastic. We’d recommend this to anyone!
Great tour around Nosy Be
Tanja W,
May 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour was very well accompanied and we always had enough time to see everything in peace. Unlike the tours organized by the shipping company, we were even allowed to feed the lemurs. We can highly recommend the tour!
Lokobe an immersive experience!!!
elisabettasH9580GI,
May 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Lokobe park tour organized very well. Pick up from our hotel with return always by car. Then a beautiful crossing by pirogue, the visit of the park and a great lunch! The park guide was very kind, he made us discover many animals (chameleons, geckos and snakes!) and accompanied us on the walk. The other escorts (driver and local guide) nice, but there was not much communication. We would have appreciated some more information to avoid being assaulted after the canoe to wash your feet on the sand. But otherwise everything went great.
Cultural tour of Nosy Be
jankI1527BG,
May 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Joe was excellent! He was extremely personable. My sister and I booked a private tour, and Joe made whatever stops we requested, like going to an ATM that didn’t have a long line. He was very knowledgeable about the history and beliefs of the sacred areas that we visited - the sacred banyan tree and the sacred waterfall. He also told us more about Madagascar and Nosy Be; we learned a lot about the animist beliefs. It was a very good introduction to Nosy Be - I highly recommend the tour.
Recommended to hike with them
Fideh,
Apr 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I recommend everyone to go hiking with them, organized excursions very well pick you up where you stay and take you back follow you everywhere and for the duration of the excursion you always have drinks available (water and coke) local guides who speak in Italian and tell you everything in detail. Prices are good with the possibility to contact them already from Italy so you get an idea about all the excursions available with all the explanations of what you are going to do. Online payment without portal extra money from Italy
From €84.00
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