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Great for Deep Sea Fishing
Guided Kayaking Tours
Liveaboard Scuba Diving
exploring secluded beaches
"This has truly been one of our best holidays ever .. and we travel a lot! Our charter trip was epic! From the snorkelling to the food ( the food was outstanding, I so wished I could have taken Gi back home with me!! Loved his presentations as well) the many beautiful islands and great fishing .. we just had it all! 10 out 10 as well to you Harriet for your professionalism, efficiency and attention to detail. Everything just ran smoothly from beginning to end (which is quite unusual when travelling in Africa) We will be back - and will only book beautiful Madagascar through you, Harriet! Thank you!"
Katrine Sheldrake with family and friends from Germany and South Africa. December 2009
We have only selected catamarans for our portfolio as they are more more stable and steadier in the water than mono hulls. They have more space both on deck and below, and they are not as deep keeled as mono hulls allowing them to get closer to reefs, beaches, islands and dive spots. Our listed catamarans are both less than a few years old, they are well fitted and decorated, their crew are all exceptionally experienced in both the charter business and the waters around Nosy Be.
Each boat offers snorkelling, deep sea fishing, sailing and kayaking and they all follow a similar itinerary. "Gecko" has basic scuba kits but there are no dive masters on board and only a limited number of tanks. Both the latter can be arranged on request. All the activities are included in the cost of your charter unless you require additional staff/equipment etc. Both boats trawl when on the move so fishing is an all day affair!
Each boat has good fishing equipment but it is always worthwhile bringing a few lures/rapalas if you are serious fishermen. The boats have fresh water for showering, trained cooks to prepare your meals, a cash bar, the necessary safety equipment, sufficient fridges and freezers, 220v and 12v power, up to date navigation equipment, motorised dinghies, water makers, stereo cd players, books, games, and much more.
A charter holiday can be booked on its own or incorporated in a longer holiday. Whatever it is you would like to do we will do our utmost to make it happen.
NEW! Guided Kayaking Holidays:
Île St Marie and/or Nosy Be. Exclusive to MadagasCat.Explore by kayak the mostly shallow and tranquil waters of eastern reef or islands around Nosy Be from catamaran base. Read more
For more detailed information about our charters, please see our sister site www.madagascatcharters.co.za
Not everybody understands "boat talk" so to make things easier here are a few obvious words you will need to know.
| the left side of the boat | |
| the other side of the boat | |
| the front of the boat | |
| the back of the boat | |
| anywhere in between | |
| the amount of boat below the water line | |
| lounge | |
| the bathroom | |
| the kitchen | |
| the man who makes the boat work, he also is the boss as far as your safety and happiness is concerned | |
| the poor guy that gets to do all the dirty work! He is the waiter, cleaner of fish, driver of dinghy, and chambermaid; barman, anchor operator, and general Man Friday | |
| Cook - treat him well! |
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