MADAGASCAR INFO

Here you will find important information about the
Island nation in the Indian Ocean.

On this site, if you wish, you can learn a lot about the habits of the inhabitants of this large and beautiful country of Madagascar.
Surrounded by the gigantic Indian Ocean, this island seems so tiny compared to the huge continent of Africa.
The enormous diversity of different cultures, plants and animals, which are often only found here, as well as the breathtaking landscapes and beaches have now made this island a popular travel destination.

Interesting information about the country in the Indian Ocean.

ARRIVAL AND ENTRY

ARRIVAL AND ENTRY

Which airline flies to Madagascar, from where and where. What do you need to enter the country...

GEOGRAPHY

GEOGRAPHY

How big is Madagascar? What is the name of the capital city? How many people live on this island? The answers can be found here...

HISTORY

HISTORY

Who discovered the country? What was before? Why do they also speak French there? Find out here...

COUNTRY AND PEOPLE

COUNTRY AND PEOPLE

Who are the Malagasy? How do you live? Where do you live? What are you doing? You can read it here...

TRAVEL AND TRANSPORT

TRAVEL AND TRANSPORT

How can I get around Madagascar? How do I get from A to B? Where can I rent a vehicle? There are tips here...

NUMBERS, DATA, FACTS

NUMBERS, DATA, FACTS

How large? How heavy? How high? How long? How old? You can get all of these questions answered here...

WEATHER AND TRAVEL TIME

WEATHER AND TRAVEL TIME

When is the right time to travel to Madagascar and have a nice beach stay? When is rainy season? What are the temperatures? Info here...

TRAVEL PHARMACY, HEALTH AND COVID 19

TRAVEL PHARMACY, HEALTH AND COVID 19

Here we give you a short list of what a suitable first aid kit could look like... What can you do if you get sick on vacation? What restrictions are there? Are vaccinations required?

Unfortunately, there have been many negative headlines about the country in the past, politically or economically.
Madagascar is the 5th poorest country in the world.
However, the friendliness of the people here and their desire to achieve something makes up for this sad fact.
Most residents really try to make us feel welcome here.


"Tonga Soa" is what it says in the local language - welcome and, if you will, welcome to paradise.

More information if you would like can be found here...

SECURITY AND CRIME

SECURITY AND CRIME

When you travel, you obviously have to think about safety... Even in Madagascar...

MONEY AND TENDERS

MONEY AND TENDERS

Time has not stood still here either, numerous ATMs make the trip easier for tourists... The money in Madagascar is called ARIARY...

TRAVEL LUGGAGE - CHECKLIST

TRAVEL LUGGAGE - CHECKLIST

What do I pack in my suitcase? What will I need? Does this even exist in Madagascar? Here is an overview...

FADYS - TABOO - PROHIBITIONS

FADYS - TABOO - PROHIBITIONS

Many Malagasy people believe very strongly in spirits and they worship their ancestors. That's why there are often extraordinary...

FLORA AND FAUNA

FLORA AND FAUNA

What wonderful plants and wildlife there are in this beautiful country! You'll be amazed... And some of them can only be seen here!

FOOD AND DRINK

FOOD AND DRINK

What is the staple food in Madagascar? Yes, that's right rice... water all around? Fish ? Of course and meat and...

SIGHTSEEING ATTRACTIONS

SIGHTSEEING ATTRACTIONS

What to see in Madagascar? What do you have to see? Here is a small overview of the top sights of the island state...