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Masoala National Park: A true sanctuary of nature
The creation of Masoala National Park in 1997 was quite late, as 15 species of lemurs and many other species had already...
Apr 12 2019
Betsimisaraka, the many inseparables of Madagascar's Eastern coast
The Betsimisaraka, literally "those who do not separate," form a significant Malagasy ethnic group inhabiting the...
Apr 11 2019
Manambato : a village straight out of a dream
Manambato is a unique destination, nestled in a village that's hard to reach, located by a freshwater lake adorned with...
Apr 10 2019
Tritriva, a sacred and mysterious Lake
For the Malagasy, Lake Tritriva inspires both respect and fear, while for travelers and foreigners, it is mainly a...
Mar 27 2019
The Malagasy woman in all her complexity
If one were to describe a Malagasy woman, they would say she is beautiful, smiling, and devoted to her family. A...
Mar 27 2019
Microcebus: A tiny wonder of nature!
Microcebus, the genus that includes the world’s smallest lemurs, are also the smallest primates on the planet. Measuring...
Mar 15 2019
Whale Sharks, Rays, Whales, Turtles, Dolphins … The extraordinary awaits in Nosy Be
"https://vimeo.com/190836640" (https://vimeo.com/190836640) Whale sharks arrive along the northwest coast of Madagascar...
Feb 18 2017
The Baobabs of Madagascar: Iconic and mythical trees
The baobab is an iconic tree of Madagascar, defining the landscape of the southern and western parts of the island....
Aug 15 2016
Tolo, national guide at Détours Madagascar
Tanindrazana maro harena sarobidy – Land of Ancestors with Exceptional Heritage What I appreciate most about my job as a...
Jul 21 2016
The Makay massif through the eyes of Tolo: A shared passion
At first, our encounters with the Bara—the ethnic group living in these regions—were challenging. They were wary and...
Jul 05 2016
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