When to Go To Madagascar on Holiday?

Beaches
Madagascar is fringed by stunning coastline and tiny islands. The beaches of Madagascar are beautiful, untouched and undeveloped. Here turquoise waters meet white sandy shores and they are the perfect place to relax after an adventurous time exploring the mainland and its magnificent wildlife.
Beaches
Birds
The birdlife is remarkable on Madagascar with chances of seeing over 100 endemic species. The coua family, vanga family and Madagascar red fody are to name but a few. With striking plumage and sweet song they are a special feature of this diverse island.
Birds
Chameleons & Frogs
Over 90% of Madagascar’s chameleons and frogs are endemic and are found all over the country. They range from giants like the Parson’s chameleon that can reach 60cms to some the size of a fingernail, and found in every colour under the sun the variation that can be seen is staggering.
Chameleons & Frogs
Lemurs
Lemurs are the star attraction in Madagascar, and their endearing behaviour and abundant energy will keep everyone entertained. From the largest indri and its haunting eerie cry, to the smallest nocturnal mouse lemur with its huge amber eyes make each species so unique and fascinating.
Lemurs
Rainforest
The rainforests of Madagascar are a real treasure trove of exceptional and unique flora and fauna. Here you will easily find lemurs, chameleons and frogs hidden away and the diversity of species found here is overwhelming. All exploring is done on foot on the trails that weave through the forest.
Rainforest
Snorkelling
The reefs around Madagascar are home to bright colourful fish and vibrant corals. From the beaches you can explore with fins and snorkel to discover more of this countries magnificent wildlife.
Snorkelling
Whales
Whale watching off the east coast of Madagascar between July to September is something not to be missed. These giants swim close to the shores of Ile Sainte Marie and make for a great spectacle.
Whales

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When To Go To Madagascar

This is a rough guide to when to travel to this region. Choose a month of travel to see typical temperature and rainfall around the country. The ticks indicate our recommended months to travel.

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50.4837875366211

43.2248687744141

Ranomafana National Park

-21.2515120384431
47.4284934997559

January
- 26
- 251
- 6
February
- 26
- 247
- 6
March
- 25
- 185
- 6
April
- 24
- 76
- 6
May
- 22
- 53
- 6
June
- 20
- 44
- 6
July
- 19
- 49
- 5
August
- 20
- 43
- 6
September
- 23
- 31
- 7
October
- 24
- 71
- 7
November
- 25
- 144
- 7
December
- 26
- 252
- 6

Mantadia National Park

-18.9296704915132
48.4304809570312

January
- 26
- 334
- 7
February
- 27
- 316
- 7
March
- 26
- 319
- 6
April
- 25
- 158
- 7
May
- 23
- 111
- 7
June
- 21
- 110
- 6
July
- 21
- 113
- 6
August
- 21
- 92
- 7
September
- 23
- 59
- 8
October
- 25
- 90
- 8
November
- 26
- 178
- 7
December
- 26
- 316
- 6

Amber Mountain National Park and Joffreville

-12.5341207802045
49.1741180419922

January
- 27
- 372
- 6
February
- 27
- 326
- 6
March
- 28
- 218
- 7
April
- 28
- 98
- 8
May
- 27
- 45
- 9
June
- 26
- 40
- 8
July
- 25
- 45
- 8
August
- 25
- 50
- 9
September
- 26
- 34
- 9
October
- 27
- 54
- 9
November
- 28
- 94
- 9
December
- 28
- 226
- 7

Anakao

-23.6260459448458
43.6979484558105

January
- 31
- 103
- 10
February
- 32
- 94
- 9
March
- 31
- 50
- 9
April
- 30
- 29
- 9
May
- 28
- 26
- 9
June
- 26
- 24
- 9
July
- 26
- 18
- 9
August
- 27
- 15
- 10
September
- 28
- 15
- 10
October
- 29
- 22
- 10
November
- 30
- 35
- 10
December
- 31
- 102
- 9

Fort Dauphin

-25.024523034737
46.9885683059692

January
- 30
- 201
- 8
February
- 30
- 162
- 8
March
- 29
- 219
- 7
April
- 27
- 147
- 7
May
- 26
- 135
- 7
June
- 24
- 120
- 7
July
- 24
- 147
- 7
August
- 24
- 114
- 8
September
- 25
- 79
- 8
October
- 27
- 105
- 8
November
- 28
- 146
- 8
December
- 29
- 148
- 8

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Climate data provided by Weather2Travel.com

Madagascar runs across several latitudes and its climate varies.

Broadly speaking the north is hot and tropical, the west temperate, the east wet and the south has a dry, Austral climate. The most rainfall is from January to March and cyclones can occur in February: these are the only months we advise against travel. In April, May and June there are some heavy downpours, however these are interspersed with sunshine. The country is green and fresh after the rain and lemurs and reptiles are active and readily seen. July and August are cool and dry and ideal for exploring. The whales arrive on Ile Ste Marie in July and remain until the end of August. September, October and November are particularly lovely as the weather is fine and warm, the jacarandas are in flower and many lemurs have young. December is hot but lemurs, reptiles and tenrecs are active so wildlife viewing is good.

All that said, there are dramatic regional variations so it’s best to speak to our specialists about the best time to visit each part of the country.

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Madagascar

Beaches

Birds

Chameleons & Frogs

Lemurs

Rainforest

Snorkelling

Whales