Ranomafana

Introducing Ranomafana

Nestled in the hills next to the rushing Namorana River, the village of Ranomafana (Hot Water) is a friendly place. For a long time it served as a thermal bath centre and was a popular spot during the colonial era. Today it’s mostly used as a jumping-off point for visiting Parc National de Ranomafana, which is just 7km away. With more sleeping options than the park, many people choose to spend the night in this tiny village. The market is huge, both in size and popularity, and worth a wander. Look for sweet juicy strawberries and bright woven basket. Streets are filled with lots of dogs and kids and lots of people just sitting around, but it’s a friendly place that’s not intimidating.

Last updated: Feb 17, 2009