The Madagascan south west is like the old west itself. It's dry and baron and rugged. But the coast here is absolutely beautiful, and offers awesome snorkelling, tranquil waters and beautiful beaches. Unlike the rest of Madagascar, the south western coast has no green, tropical foliage and only consists of rugged beauty. Succulents, cacti forests and even baobabs grow everywhere. This area is great for those wet season holidays from November to March, when the rest of Madagascar experiences lots of rain, humidity and even cyclones. Ifaty and the south western area enjoys a much drier, Mediterranean climate.

Very popular with the more well to do Malagasy and French families, this area is a little Oasis in a big desert. The beach is lined with palms and fir trees, and stretches for kilometres along the magical and tranquil lagoon. Its dotted with quaint little restaurants and bars and lodges that cater to every need. Markets with local goods and souvenirs and little dive establishments are also to be found. True Blue offer accommodation options for all; from rustic to almost 4 star quality hotels and resorts with pools and even a few activities to boot. This is not Mauritius, and the hotels and the beaches are not at all similar, but that?s why it's so nice, different and adventurous! Ask us for more info and get away from it all and visit this truly rustic destination.

HOTELS / RESORTS / CHARTERS

The Dunes This beautiful 3* hotel is located 27km North of Tul?ar, overlooking the Mozambique Channel, near the fishermen's village of Mangily. - VIEW

Ikotel Ikotelis situated on the west coast of Madagascar, 28 km away from Tul?ar,in the middle of a tropical garden, running along a beautiful beach. - VIEW