Miavana by Time + Tide

The resort is located in a marine reserve, so there is an abundance of marine life to see. Guests can snorkel or dive in the crystal-clear waters and see colorful fish, turtles, and dolphins. The resort offers a variety of snorkeling and diving excursions, including:

Snorkeling safari: This half-day excursion takes guests on a guided snorkeling tour of the surrounding reefs. Guests can see a variety of marine life, including colorful fish, turtles, and dolphins.

Diving safari: This full-day excursion takes guests on a guided diving tour of the surrounding reefs. Guests can see a variety of marine life, including sharks, rays, and even whales.

Night diving: This half-day excursion takes guests on a guided night diving tour of the surrounding reefs. Guests can see a variety of marine life that is only active at night, such as bioluminescent plankton and squid.

Guests can enjoy stunning views of the surrounding islands and reefs, as well as the resort itself. The helicopter ride is also a great way to get to and from the resort, as it is located on a private island. The helicopter ride takes about 30 minutes from the airport in Diego Suarez. Guests are picked up from the airport and taken to the helicopter pad, where they are greeted by the pilot and crew. The helicopter is a Robinson R66, which can seat up to four passengers. The flight is smooth and comfortable, and guests can relax and enjoy the views.

The helicopter ride takes guests over the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, the lush rainforests of Nosy Be, and the white-sand beaches of Miavana. Guests can see the resort from above, and they can even spot some of the lemurs that live on the island. The helicopter ride is a great way to start or end a stay at Miavana. It is also a great way to see the beauty of Madagascar from a different perspective.

Lemur trekking: The resort is home to a variety of lemurs, so guests can go on a lemur trekking excursion and learn about these fascinating creatures. The resort offers a variety of lemur trekking excursions, including:

Morning lemur trek: This half-day excursion takes guests on a guided lemur trek in the morning. Guests can see a variety of lemurs, including ring-tailed lemurs, brown lemurs, and black-and-white ruffed lemurs.

Evening lemur trek: This half-day excursion takes guests on a guided lemur trek in the evening. Guests can see a variety of lemurs, including red-ruffed lemurs, lesser bamboo lemurs, and greater bamboo lemurs.

Guests can go fishing in the surrounding waters and catch their own dinner. The resort also offers deep-sea fishing excursions. The resort offers a variety of fishing excursions, including:

Inshore fishing: This half-day excursion takes guests fishing in the shallow waters near the resort. Guests can catch a variety of fish, including snapper, grouper, and mackerel.

Deep-sea fishing: This full-day excursion takes guests fishing in the open ocean. Guests can catch a variety of fish, including tuna, marlin, and sailfish.

The resort offers a variety of cultural experiences, such as visits to local villages and markets. Guests can learn about the local culture and way of life. The resort offers a variety of cultural experiences, including:

Visit to a local village: This half-day excursion takes guests to a local village. Guests can learn about the local culture and way of life.

Visit to a local market: This half-day excursion takes guests to a local market. Guests can learn about the local culture and economy.

Cooking class: This half-day class teaches guests how to cook traditional Malagasy dishes. Guests can then enjoy a meal of their own creation.

The resort is surrounded by lush rainforest, so there are plenty of opportunities for hiking. Guests can hike to waterfalls, viewpoints, and even villages. The resort offers a variety of hiking excursions, including:

Rainforest hike: This half-day hike takes guests through the lush rainforest of Nosy Be. Guests can see a variety of plants and animals, including lemurs, chameleons, and birds.

Waterfall hike: This half-day hike takes guests to a beautiful waterfall in the rainforest. Guests can swim in the waterfall or simply relax and enjoy the scenery.

Viewpoint hike: This half-day hike takes guests to a viewpoint with stunning views of the surrounding islands. Guests can take in the panoramic views and enjoy a picnic lunch.