Madagascar, often dubbed the “eighth continent,” is a treasure trove of biodiversity and cultural richness. With over 90% of its wildlife found nowhere else on Earth, this island nation offers an unparalleled expedition experience. Exploring Madagascar aboard an expedition yacht provides a unique vantage point to witness its diverse ecosystems, from lush rainforests to vibrant coral reefs.
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Sail Into Evolution’s Workshop
Madagascar split from the Indian subcontinent around 88 million years ago, allowing native plants and animals to evolve in relative isolation. Consequently, Madagascar is a biodiversity hotspot; over 90% of its wildlife is endemic. This isolated oasis is inhabited by creatures found nowhere else. While lemurs, chameleons, and baobab trees are the island’s icons, there is much more to discover.
Your yacht becomes a mobile basecamp, one moment anchored beside a castaway islet where green sea turtles nest, the next nosing into mangrove-lined river mouths that lead to sacred caves and remote communities. With our expert naturalists and guides, you’ll move beyond the predictable and into Madagascar’s most elusive corners.
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Off-the-chart Encounters
- Nosy Hara Archipelago – Remote and virtually untouched, this string of limestone islets offers world-class diving, kayaking through secret lagoons, and hikes through razor-sharp tsingy formations. If you’re lucky, you’ll spot the endangered Madagascan fish eagle wheeling overhead. The islands unspoiled state and marine biodiversity have led to their protection by the development of a national park and marine area, and Nosy Hara archipelago is one of the best places in the world to snorkel
- Masoala National Park – Accessible only by sea, this biodiverse rainforest tumbles straight into the sea. Trek with primatologists through dense foliage to find the red-ruffed lemur, or join your chef on a foraging excursion for wild vanilla and cacao.
- Avenue of the Baobabs – Navigate upriver to this otherworldly grove where ancient baobabs tower like silent sentinels. A sunset picnic here, paired with Champagne chilled in the yacht’s galley, is an experience you’ll never forget.
- Local Culture & Rituals – Madagascar’s traditions are as layered as its landscapes. With our network of cultural specialists, step inside sacred tombs, observe ancestral ceremonies, and connect meaningfully with the communities who call this extraordinary island home.
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When to Go
April to November marks Madagascar’s dry season—ideal for both coastal cruising and inland adventure. Whale migrations, sea turtle hatchings, and prime lemur sightings shift throughout the season, and EYOS will craft your itinerary to align with nature’s finest performances.
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The Yacht: Your All Access Passport
Chartering with EYOS means exploring in total freedom with the most experienced expedition leaders on the planet at your side. Every detail is tailored: helicopters for inland access, submersibles for deep-sea discovery, or simply a morning paddleboard across mirror-still bays.
Back onboard, comfort and curiosity exist in equal measure. Enjoy fresh, locally inspired cuisine prepared by your private chef. Unwind on the sun deck with a lemongrass cocktail, or dive into the yacht’s library to prep for the next day’s discoveries.
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Why Madagascar, Why EYOS?
This isn’t a place for mass tourism. It’s a place for explorers. And EYOS has long been the trusted name for pioneering, private expeditions in the planet’s most remote regions. Whether you want to trace a pirate’s route along Madagascar’s northern coast, photograph rare geckos under UV light, or simply wake up each morning with no land in sight, this is your expedition, your way.
Welcome to Madagascar. Untouched. Unexpected. Yours. Contact us to learn more.