Without a doubt, one of the most beautiful corners of the Dominican Republic. A small island, which is one of the tourist destinations in the country that you cannot miss. You will spend a pleasant moment in this place after watching the whales.
Whether you come with family or friends, you will never forget these vivid impressions.
It&rsquo;s not about visiting the zoo, watching humpback whales takes place in their natural environment, at sea, and therefore this bright unforgettable sight is worth it.

Cayo Levantado Samaná Tour

Snorkeling on Catalina Island
Charming island.
An ideal place for snorkeling and beach relaxation. This unique place delights with the extraordinary beauty of reefs and fish colors.
Tour plan:
<ul>
<li>Transfer from your hotel and back.</li>
<li>Private air-conditioned bus</li>
<li>Gift shop</li>
<li>Transfer to the island by boat</li>
<li>Drinks on the boat</li>
<li>Buffet food and drink on the island</li>
<li>Scuba diving, provision of equipment (vest, glasses and tubes)</li>
</ul>
SUMMARY
Catalina Island is located next to the island of Saona and is one of the two pearls of the Caribbean. On this tour you will enjoy scuba diving surrounded by crystal clear water and a bottom full of corals and many colorful fish.

Snorkeling in Catalina Island

Paraside Island is a small piece of sand in the middle of the North Atlantic Ocean, which is also called Cayo Arena. It was formed from coral reefs as a result of currents and winds. This is the smallest island you can visit! There is nothing on it, no vegetation, no palm trees, only white sand, which is compared to coral powder. There are only a few tropical-style houses where you can grab a bite to eat and drink the famous Dominican coffee, or refreshments of your choice!
&nbsp;You can get around the island in two minutes. Locals are very kind to this island and therefore you can&rsquo;t take a towel to the island so as not to accidentally take out a small amount of sand, and you can only walk on the island without shoes, for the same reason. The size of the island, depending on the tides, is almost always the same, about 150 square meters. meters. You will not see such pure water anywhere! The island is well suited for diving. Here you can watch a variety of bright fish, from the smallest to the largest. And coral reefs are simply mesmerized by their beauty and colors! There are so many fish that there is a large concentration of pelicans around the island! It is very interesting to watch them! The water is just crystal clear and you can meet a wide variety of marine animals!
A wonderful view opens from the island: on the one hand there are bewitching mountains, and on the other, the limitless Atlantic Ocean and you are standing on this small piece of sand in the middle of this splendor! Feelings are indescribable! This is a fairy tale !!! The trip includes a boat transfer, snacks on the island, drinks, juices, coffee, fresh fruit.
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Paradise Island tour

Samana tour
On an excursion to Samana, we will visit Cayo Levantado (Bacardi Island) and ride on horseback to El Limon Waterfall. We will travel from Punta Cana to Mish by bus along a beautiful route, and from there we will cross the Samanskaya Bay on a catamaran and go there on a safari truck, which will take us to an overview of the beautiful scenery and lifestyle of the locals.
Cayo Levantado
This is a small and picturesque island, which is located just five kilometers from the Gulf of Samana and is one of the favorite places for tourists in the entire Dominican Republic.
A visit to Cayo Levantado is the final part of the route to overflow with admiration your emotions from the incredibly beautiful islands and complete this tour in a great mood. Your emotions and impressions are very important to us!
Lemon Waterfall
A majestic waterfall 40 meters high and fresh water are waiting for you all year round after a relaxing walk through a real tropical forest.

Samaná tour

Ile-o-Nuts&nbsp;is a great place !!! An island for an upscale holiday! White curved beaches, lush tropical greenery, overhanging palm trees and a transparent warm ocean! What could be better!
Ile aux Nuts Island is located near the southern part of Sainte Marie Island, from which it is separated by a small canal. Here, far from civilization, you can enjoy genuine exoticism and stunning nature. This is truly a beautiful place, surrounded by coral reefs of the Indian Ocean. The water temperature on the island stably holds + 27 &deg; C. Here you can not only relax on the white beaches, but also engage in scuba diving, snorkeling and whale watching. The island has an observation deck &ndash; a panoramic view from the &ldquo;White House&rdquo;, which offers stunning views, and you can also get to the old lighthouse, which is located in the south-eastern part of the island and see the island in all its glory!
You can also head to the pizzeria for Italian cuisine. This reggae bar serves fresh seafood specialties.

Island Île aux Nattes tour

Tsarabanjina Beach
&nbsp;Not far from Nosy Be in a 50-minute boat ride, there is a tiny island where you will see beautiful beaches with powdery soft sand, azure waters, lush tropical vegetation. All this awaits you if you intend to spend a vacation on Tsarabanzhin off the coast of Madagascar!
Tsarabanzhina&nbsp;is one of the private islands that will open up to you a sea of ​​positive emotions and impressions! You can immerse yourself in complete peace from the gentle waters of the ocean and the surrounding tropical nature. This place is very popular all over the world, as it is suitable for diving and sailing. It is full of exotic marine animals and the sea is surprisingly calm. The beaches of the island are also beautiful and varied. This resort is ideal for those who dreamed of relaxing in a tropical paradise. Indeed, the nature in Madagascar is so unique and beautiful that it can even surprise any experienced tourist.
You will find a huge variety of species of birds and wildlife on this island: from the famous flycatcher of Madagascar to the smallest chameleons in the world, the length of which does not exceed just one centimeter. And if you want to go scuba diving, then Tsarabanzhina is an ideal place with pristine reefs, where you will find beautiful hard corals, including branching corals. You can also observe sea turtles, here there are two species (hawk and green sea turtles that live on the island). And of course you can meet the famous Madagascar clowns and imperial angels just a few meters from the coast. Parrots, Butterfly Fish, Moorish idols, moray eels and oriental sweet lips are among the many fish that can be found while scuba diving.
Tsarabanzhina&nbsp;is a sacred island, since it contains the tomb of the kings of Sakalava of the island of Mizio. Until now, local residents revere this sacred place and bring various gifts in tribute to their ancestors. This is mainly money, honey, rum and more.

Tsarabanjina tour

One of the best beaches! Some say that this is one of the most beautiful places in the world for diving. You decide whether this is true! Lake Ranobe on the banks of the Mozambique Canal and its kilometers of coral reefs are a haven for local vezos and scuba diving enthusiasts.
My advice is: You can enjoy the outdoor parties organized by the locals!
 My opinion Scuba diving or diving with a bottle, with any of the two you will be amazed at the unusually colorful corals and the many fish that inhabit these waters. Summer travelers can enjoy the magical spectacle of the Humpback Whale: Ifati en route to Sainte-Marie. Wildlife lovers can visit the tortoise village of 7 hectares, designed to protect some endangered species.
You can also devote yourself to windsurfing, apnea or fishing for a sports holiday &hellip; Or just take a walk along the white sand beaches, enjoying the colorful parade of rockers.

Ifaty Beach Tour

Sainte-Marie and Nosy Borach Island Sainte-Marie, known as Nosy Borach, is a tropical destination off the east coast of Madagascar. This small island, 49 km long and 5 km wide, offers an idyllic landscape consisting of small fishing villages and pristine beaches. Genuine and preserved, he promises to change the atmosphere!
history Jews? Between legend and reality, the history of Sainte-Marie or Nosy Borach is fascinating. Some also call it Nosy Mbawi or the &ldquo;island of women.&rdquo; According to legend, a Jew named Abraham or Ibrahim was attacked by a horde of women upon arrival on the island. Tired and hungry, he met an elderly woman who offered him food out of pity. Grateful Abraham blessed his benefactor and his descendants, so that they always found water during their journey. The fable says that spring is approaching the old woman&rsquo;s house. Referring to this story, some historians claim that the first foreigners who came to the island were Yemenis, Yemeni Jews.
The legend of Jonah Another legend provokes Nosi Borahu in connection with the biblical myth of Jonah. According to a villager named Borach, Jonah, who was chased by a whale, was rescued by a dolphin, who left him on the island.
Pirates The first Europeans landed in Nosy Borach at the end of the 16th century. Pirate Thomas White married a princess from eastern Madagascar. Their union allowed the birth of the Zanamalata dynasty. Their son, Racimilaho, founded the Betsimisarak ethnic group, uniting coastal tribes. His kingdom extended to Mahawelon.
In 1685, Nosy Borakh became an important refuge for pirates. Most of the ships passing by were destroyed. Pirates have benefited from a safe haven at Sainte Marie. They sacked all the spice carriers from India who landed on the island to stock up or repair ships. Some historians estimate that 1,000 pirates took refuge on the island. Some wrecks of pirate ships are still visible near Forbans Bay. Two of them allegedly belonged to Captain Kidd and Captain Condent. Tombs of pirates also sheltered in the bay, near the Ambodiphotatra. French people Nosy Boraha entered French rule in 1750, more precisely on July 30, when Queen Betty signed the treaty. However, according to reports, Bats, the daughter of Racimilaho, fell in love with a former former Gascon soldier named Jean Onisime Filet (nicknamed La Bigorne), who would use all his charm to force the Queen to sign this treaty. Betty&rsquo;s Palace has become the Governor&rsquo;s Palace, and now &ndash; a museum. On the island of Madame, where this monument is located, there is also the first Malagasy Catholic Church (1857), whose altar was a gift from Empress Eugenia, wife of Napoleon III. However, the first French who arrived here and settled there were pirates. You can also visit their tombs in the Ambodifotatra.
Sainte Marie Island today Friendly population The pearl of the east coast of Madagascar, Sainte Marie is fraught with a thousand and one rarities. Between walking, swimming and tasting a coconut punch against the backdrop of a bewitching sunset, you will have enough space to occupy you during your stay. Forget about racing to visit, take full advantage of every relaxation and landscape, in peace and tranquility.
Nosy Boraha is surrounded by several kilometers of sandy beach, not far from the bays of Antongil and Tinting, other alleged habitats of pirates. The island inherited a beautiful cultural and linguistic mixture. The population mainly speaks of Saint-Marien, an association of French language and dialects of the Big Island, in addition to some Bantu, English and Indonesian influences. The friendliness and generosity of the locals are also benefits that enhance the charm of the destination. Allow yourself to be stunned by the peaceful atmosphere of this place and people&rsquo;s interest in life.
Islands, beaches and bays
In addition to the main island, there are several islets in Sainte-Marie. Lush vegetation, beaches, bays and bays await you in this fabulous country. The main island can be visited on foot or by bicycle. Even if the reliefs are uneven in the eastern part, there are beautiful beaches, such as the Ampani Peninsula, which is separated from the land by the Gulf of Ampani. Swimming enthusiasts should be vigilant, as the water there is deep. To get to the most isolated bays and bays, go for a walk by canoe.
Coral reef protects berries. Indulge in scuba diving and admire the carnelian that make up the lagoon, tropical fish, as well as sea turtles that settled in the sunken pirate ships.
The Forest Like all destinations on the east coast of Madagascar, the island of Sainte-Marie has a lot of rainfall, which has a beneficial effect on the lush nature. Visit Ankaren Beach, bordering forest vegetation and a coastal cave, to discover the flora and fauna of the Indian Ocean. Covering an area of ​​400 hectares, Ikalalao Forest is home to many species of orchids. It is also a refuge for three species of lemurs: microbes, mouse lemurs, and pygmy lemurs. All chameleons live there. The Ambodena secondary forest contains a wide variety of birds, chameleons, geckos and tree frogs. On the primates side you will find mouse lemurs, brown lemurs with white heads, soft gray lemurs, and red and white wolf cubs. In the forest of Ampanii, a mangrove dominates for exploration by canoe. Sea turtles sometimes land on the beach to lay eggs.
What to see in Sainte Marie? The Catholic Church, built in 1857, whose altar is a gift from the French Empress Eugenia. The old fort, which is located on a hilltop. You can still see the Louis XV badge there. Forbans Island, round in which the ruined arc is located. Saint Pierre Pirate Cemetery, built on a peninsula, etc. climate Nosy Boraha has a tropical climate. Consider the hot and tropical season from January to April, the mild and wet season from May to August, and the mild and dry season from September to December. Temperatures range from 20 to 30 &deg; C, with variable rain and sun.

Island Sainte Marie Tour

The most amazing and unique fairytale island, which is located just 15 km from Madagascar, is called Nosy Be. This island is of volcanic origin and is the largest among other islands (an area of ​​312 km2). It is surrounded by several small picturesque islands on which the famous Madagascar lemurs live.
Nosy Be Island &ndash; the most popular beach in Madagascar, offers all the necessary ingredients: soft white sand, turquoise waters and wonderful seafood. A paradise for practicing water sports with a sunny climate for most of the year, diving is the best draw, and there is a lot of swimming, snorkeling, sailing and fishing. This is the best place in Madagascar where you can go diving and fishing. Huge yellow-tailed tuna and barracudas are regulars of the local waters.
This island is unique in that it has preserved untouched wild nature and the local population is so harmoniously flowing in its pristine way of life into nature that you will feel the full flavor of these people, their culture and ancient customs. Perhaps that&rsquo;s why Nosy Be is called the island of lemurs, since the animals here are not at all afraid of people, merge with nature and feel very comfortable. Lemurs jump on people&rsquo;s shoulders, let them in and eat with their hands. This is an amazing sight, especially since these amazing and rare animals can only be found in Madagascar. Tourists from all over the world come here to enjoy the unique color and untouched nature of this wonderful island.
The history of Nosy Be is associated with many legends about pirates who (around the sixteenth century) hid looted treasures on this island. And also many ships with jewelry crashed near these places. This is still of great interest to tourists. For example, one of the attractions of this island is a Portuguese fortress and, according to legend, a pirate treasure is buried in its ruins. You can also visit other sights of the island, such as a memorial stele in honor of the dead Russian sailors and buried in this place at the beginning of the twentieth century. It will be very interesting to see the remains of an old prison in the town of Andoani (or Elville), which have been preserved since the time of French rule. You can still see the ruins of Maradok on the coast. These are the remains of buildings of the 17-18 centuries. Presumably built by sailors from India who escaped after the crash.
On the island you can visit such interesting places as the Lukube Nature Reserve, where rare lemurs live, as well as visit the native village and one of the most beautiful waterfalls on the island and the highest (fall height 200 meters) &ndash; Sakaleuna Falls.
Interesting facts that the soil is the best on this island and the largest plantations of Madagascar are here. This allows you to grow coffee and exotic ylang-ylang, from which perfumery cosmetic oil is made. The aromas of this beautiful flower, as well as coffee, vanilla and sugar cane spread throughout the island and this pleasantly surprises the smell of tourists.
On the island of Nosy Be there are many diverse hills that lead to Mount Locone and Passo. From these high points you have a magnificent view of the Nosy Be Bay. There are also eleven volcanic lakes on the island that provide huge freshwater reserves for the local population and for crops. And, of course, snow-white deserted beaches, which are strewn with cozy bays. The entire coastline is lined with palm trees that will shelter you from the blindingly bright sun. There are also many islets and rocks with exotic plants and tropical birds.
If you want to visit this paradise island with its snow-white sandy beaches, clear warm waters, where the temperature is pleasantly pleasing all year round, explore the rich exotic underwater world or walk through the lush jungle with bizarre bright vegetation &ndash; this trip will bring you a huge amount of bright emotions and the sea unforgettable pleasant impressions !!!

Nosy Be tour

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