Nosy Be Holiday Packages
Island-focused holidays built around calm beaches, nature and easy travel
Nosy Be is Madagascar’s most accessible and versatile island destination, offering a combination of relaxed beach time, gentle wildlife encounters and easy island-hopping. It works equally well for couples, families and divers looking for a well-paced island holiday rather than a rushed itinerary.
For a broader overview of travel styles across the country, you can also explore our full range of Madagascar holiday packages.
Why choose Nosy Be for your Madagascar holiday
Nosy Be combines the feel of a tropical island with the infrastructure needed for comfortable, low-stress travel.
What makes Nosy Be appealing:
Calm seas and sheltered beaches
Short boat transfers to nearby islands
A wide range of small lodges and villas
Easy access to snorkelling, diving and nature
Types of Nosy Be holiday packages
Relaxed island holidays
These holidays focus on beach time, swimming, snorkelling and gentle exploration, with optional boat trips to nearby islands such as Nosy Sakatia or Nosy Komba.
Nosy Be diving holidays
Nosy Be is one of Madagascar’s most popular diving regions, with warm water, healthy reefs and sites suitable for both beginners and experienced divers.
Dive-focused holidays are built around 7-night stays, allowing for proper dive scheduling and surface intervals.
Island-hopping holidays in Nosy Be
For those who enjoy variety, island-hopping itineraries combine stays on Nosy Be with nearby islands, linked by short boat transfers
Nosy Be holidays for families
Calm beaches, short transfers and flexible activities make Nosy Be particularly well suited to family travel.
Family itineraries are paced carefully, with accommodation chosen for safety and comfort.
Sample Nosy Be holiday itineraries
Nosy Be liveaboard & charter holidays
Nosy Be is the main departure point for liveaboard diving safaris and private yacht charters, offering access to remote islands, reefs and anchorages beyond the reach of day trips. These holidays are ideal for travellers seeking complete flexibility, privacy or extended time at sea, with itineraries shaped around island-hopping, diving or both.
Liveaboard and charter holidays are typically planned in 7-night blocks or longer for safe pacing and realistic routing.
7-night Nosy Be island holiday
A typical 7-night land-based holiday in Nosy Be is designed around a relaxed island rhythm, with time to settle in rather than rush between places.
Guests are usually based at one carefully chosen lodge or villa, spending their days swimming, snorkelling and enjoying boat excursions to nearby islands such as Nosy Sakatia or Nosy Komba.
Short guided outings, nature experiences and optional snorkelling can be woven in as desired, while plenty of unstructured time is left for rest and exploration at your own pace.
Best time to visit Nosy Be
Nosy Be enjoys warm temperatures year-round, with seasonal variations.
April to November: Drier conditions and comfortable travel
July to October: Cooler weather and whale sightings offshore
December to March: Hotter and more humid; some airlines and lodges/boats close for cyclone season from mid January until the end of March.
We always advise on timing based on your travel style and interests.
Why travel to Nosy Be with MadagasCaT
We have worked extensively in Nosy Be and the surrounding islands, selecting accommodation and experiences that suit different travel styles rather than offering one-size-fits-all packages.
Many travellers start with our broader Madagascar holiday packages before focusing their trip specifically on Nosy Be.