Whale watching cruise Nosy Be

Come and experience an unforgettable 8-day cruise along the Northwest coast of Madagascar, departing from Nosy Be. On the agenda: exploring marine biodiversity and discovering the wild coastline of this little corner of paradise! Between the Mitsios Archipelago and the Radama Islands, the Mozambique Channel offers exceptional marine encounters!

An 8-meter auxiliary boat will be dedicated to the active search for cetaceans. An authentic, timeless adventure, bringing you closer to the wild. Embark with us on an unforgettable journey!

Dates : September 5th to 14th, 2026. 

led by Vincent Quinquempois, marine scientist of marine megafauna et Tanguy  Guillemain d’Echon, naturalist of Nosy Be since 15 years. 

  • A 7-night cruise aboard a catamaran with full board, supervised by a scientist
  • 2 nights in Nosy Be
  • 8 days of sea trips
  • Conference and Work Shop on marine megafauna 

Experience Madagascar in a new way through an immersive expedition between land and sea. Aboard a catamaran, explore the pristine waters of the Mozambique Channel and encounter its exceptional wildlife.

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Day 1: Arrival, transfer to hotel – Meet and greet and briefing Day 2: Boarding the catamaran in the morning Days 2 to 8: Typical daily program – Whale watching excursions – Snorkeling on the reefs – Lunch on the boat or ashore (depending on the day) Presentations and workshops on the history of Madagascar and its biodiversity Sunset drinks Possible observation of turtle nesting Day 9: Return to Nosy Be – Overnight at the hotel Day 10: Transfer to the airport
REGULAR ENCOUNTERS: Humpback whales, spinner dolphins, spotted dolphins, bottlenose dolphins of the Indian Ocean. POSSIBLE ENCOUNTERS: Omura's whales, Electra's dolphins, pseudorcas, pilot whales, beaked whales… OTHER MEGAFAUNA IN THE REGION: Mobula ray, manta ray, whale shark, green turtle, hawksbill turtle..
Be in good physical condition – Know how to swim and use fins/mask and snorkel – Not be prone to seasickness – Have travel insurance with repatriation coverage – Enjoy a group trip – Adaptability and flexibility to natural conditions
Airport/Hotel/Airport transfers – Accommodation: 2 nights in Nosy Be and 7 nights aboard a catamaran – All meals from dinner on Day 1 to breakfast on Day 10 – Snorkeling equipment (fins, mask, and snorkel) – Water and all drinks (including wine and beer) – 8 days of sea excursions – Marine park entrance fees
Fountaine Pajot Lavezzi 40 (or equivalent) is a fast and stable catamaran with double cabins, private bathrooms, a bright saloon, and spacious decks for relaxation. The tender is an 8-meter Vandam open hard-hull boat with a sun awning, storage lockers, and two aft platforms.

Our strengths

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Our team

Spend a wonderful day, make unforgettable encounters accompanied by passionate guides who will share with you their love and respect for the sea!

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Our boats

Our three boats are open Vandam hulls. They are 8m long and 2.5m wide. Equipped with a awning for sun protection, storage case for your bags, a shelf and a fin racket, these boats are perfectly designed for our activity. It's very easy to get in the water and to come back on the boat. Equipped with a 150hp Yamaha engine, we can quickly get to the area of observation.

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Hydrophone: listen to the whalesong!

Thanks to our hydrophone, you may have the chance to hear humpback whalesong or listen to dolphins communicate. "The world of silence" is not that silent!

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Notre taux de réussite

Our strength is also to have excellent success rates in observing species. This success can be explained by our experience and our network of water informants! Although we can guarantee our research effort, we can never guarantee encounters, it is nature which, in the end, has the last word!

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Waterproof identification sheet on fauna and flora

It is always a magical time to see marine mammals and fish in their environment. It is also important to have explanations and information on fauna and flora. Therefore, in addition to a specialized guide on each excursion, you can find out more by consulting the documentation available on our boats.

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