Experiences
What to do in Anjajavy
On Madagascar's wild northwest coast lies a private peninsula where lemurs practically tap on your window for breakfast and the beaches remain footprint-free until you make the first mark of the day. Early morning walks reveal Coquerel's sifakas performing their sideways dance across open ground – a comical sight that never grows tiresome. Expert guides lead nocturnal expeditions to spot mouse lemurs with eyes that reflect torchlight like tiny diamonds. Paddle through mangrove labyrinths where kingfishers flash electric blue against the greenery, then snorkel in clear waters above coral gardens that few visitors ever see. The tsingy formations – razor-sharp limestone pinnacles – offer adventurous scrambling with rewarding views. In nearby villages, learn fishing techniques from Sakalava families, many of whom have never left the region. Ancient baobabs make ideal spots for watching the sunset, their massive trunks silhouetted against fiery skies.