Best known for its lemurs (primitive relatives of monkeys, apes, and humans), colorful chameleons, stunning orchids, and towering baobab trees, Madagascar is home to some of the world’s most unique flora and fauna. This distinctive biodiversity is a result of Madagascar’s geographic isolation.

The Galápagos Islands are known for their endemism—wildlife found no place else on earth has made these stunning islands their home for over hundreds of years. And, if you have already explored these gems of the Pacific, why not consider an equally enchanting destination—Madagascar, the Galápagos of the Indian Ocean.

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Despite having considerable natural resources, Madagascar has among the highest poverty rates in the world.

The island’s natural beauty and its extraordinary diversity of plants and wildlife is enough to attract people to live and work in Madagascar, in spite of unrest and poverty. In this article, InterNations GO! introduces you to the land, its people, climate and much more.

Do not travel to Madagascar due to COVID-19. Exercise increased caution in Madagascar due to crime. Violent crime, such as armed robbery and assault, may occur throughout Madagascar and particularly in: Antananarivo, Nosy Be, Toamasina (Tamatave), and Mahajunga.

There’s plenty of choice when it comes to Madagascar’s hotel options, particularly in the capital Antananarivo and towns of Nossi Bé, Toamasina, Majunga, Ifaty and Tamatave. Ongoing tourism initiatives are continuing to add an increasing number of international-standard at moderate prices in major centres.

The best time to visit Madagascar is from April to October. This dry season brings fewer rain showers, meaning optimal conditions for observing animals, hiking and participating in water sports activities.

Madagascar has a tropical climate: November to March (summer/wet season) is hot with variable rainfall; April to October (winter/dry season) is mainly dry and mild.

CLIMATE SUMMARY The climate of Madagascar is subtropical, with a hot and rainy season between November and the end of March (summer), and a cooler dry season from May to October (winter). However, at all times of the year there is a big temperature variation depending on altitude and geographical position.

The best time to go to Madagascar Whilst Madagascar holidays can be enjoyed year-round, the principal wet season is from late December through to the month of March; often involving cyclones, it is probably best avoided! The best time to go to Madagascar is therefore between the months of April through to mid-December.

The best time to visit the Galápagos Islands is from December to May. Though the Galápagos is beautiful year-round, these months offer temperatures ranging from the low 70s to mid-80s, making pleasant conditions for hiking and wildlife-spotting.

There are currently ten airports operating in Madagascar, only three of which offer international flights. Antananarivo (TNR): The airport Ivato, named after the district of the same name of the capital, is Madagascar’s largest airport and the one with the most arriving international flights. …