Madagascar
Explore Madagascar
Madagascar is a nature lovers’ heaven, boasting plenty of healthy reefs, colorful tropical fish, pelagics, turtles, dolphins and even whales. Divers of all levels can explore many endemic species on some of the longest coral reefs on earth.
Madagascar, situated off the east coast of Africa, has four main diving areas; Nosy Be, the Mitsio archipelago, Sainte-Marie Island and the archipelago of the Radames.
Nosy Be, has diverse waters with beautiful coral and topography. You can find plenty of fish, and even mantas and whale sharks among the many dive sites, which also include walls and wrecks.
The diving around the Mitsio Archipelago has been well preserved and is very tranquil, thanks to its remote location and lack of human activity.
East of Madagascar, Sainte-Marie, is a hotspot for humpback whales and southern whales during their breeding season.
The Radames Archipelago features dramatic underwater topography and structures, such as tunnels and arches. With plenty of prolific marine life to discover here, divers will not be disappointed.
Diving is available year-round, with plenty of dive centers and dive resorts to cater to your needs. Most diving is done by boat for easy access to dive sites, but for the best experience, many opt for liveaboards.
Centers Map
ULYSSE EXPLORER
Ankazoberavina, MDG
Andilana Beach Diving Center
Andilana, 207 NOSY BE, MDG
BLUE WAVE DIVING
AMARINA VOI HOTEL, 207 BEFOTAKA, MDG
YLANG DIVE CENTER
Maison Ylang Nosy Bé, 207 AMBATOLOAKA, MDG
AQUA DIVING NOSY BE
HOTEL CORAIL NOIR, 207 DZAMANDZAR, MDG
SCUBA NOSY BE
AMBONDRONA, 207 HELL VILLE, MDG
FREEDIVE NOSY BE
Hôtel Beluga, Plage de Madirokely, BP 428 NOSY BE, MDG
SAKATIA LODGE
Nosy Sakatia, 207 HELL VILLE - NOSY BE, MDG
DOUBLE DEEP DIVING CENTER
Orangea Ampasy, 207 NOSY BE, MDG
MANTA DIVING
Ambondrona Avaratra, 207 NOSY BE, MDG
UPSIDE DIVE
Andilana Beach, 207 NOSY BE, MDG
BLUE WAVE DIVING MADIROKELY
Madirokely, 207 Madirokely - Nosy Be, MDG
Top Dive Sites Map
Top Wildlife Sightings
Most frequently spotted marine life based on dive logs
Stingrays
Angelfish
Parrotfish
Butterfly Fish
Clownfish
Green Turtle
Grouper/Basslets
Bannerfish
Hawksbill Turtle