From the village of Ambatozavavy, set off in a traditional dugout canoe across a lagoon fringed with mangroves. On arrival in Ampasipohy, enjoy a guided walk through the Lokobe rainforest, where you’ll encounter lemurs, chameleons, camouflaged geckos and the medicinal plants for which Madagascar is famous.

Soak up the local culture in Hell-Ville: the spice market, colonial architecture and narrow streets bustling with the sound of tuk-tuks. Visit the old harbour, the sacred tree and the waterfall, before relaxing on the beach at Andilana. The day ends on a high note with a sunset at Mont Passot, one of the most magical in Nosy Be.