Tsara Komba

Northern Madagascar


With just eight bungalows, this superb lodge is about as exclusive and secluded as you can get. The polished wooden rooms have king-size beds and a porch looking out to the sea. The garden is a work of art, as is the food served in the dining room with panoramic views.

There's a minimum three- to five-night stay, depending on the season.

Classed by National Geographic as one of their 'Unique Lodges of the World', Tsara Komba has a fantastic program of activities including walks on Nosy Komba, visits to the cocoa plantations in Ambanja, day trips to Nosy Be, and all the usual sailing and snorkelling trips.


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