La Fenêtre de l'Isalo
A natural sandstone window, through which the setting sun shines at dusk. It is a must-see sunset spot in Isalo.
The Window of Isalo is a lone sandstone outcrop beside National Route 7, eroded by wind into a large hole. It lies about 15 kilometers south of Ranohira, near the Isalo Rock Lodge and the Queen’s Rock. During the dry season, especially from May to August, the sun sinks into the stone window at sunset and the sandstone glows orange-red, attracting many visitors and photographers. It is a few minutes’ walk from the road. Most people hire a car from Ranohira to go there in the late afternoon. It can be combined with the Queen’s Rock. Arrive 30 to 40 minutes early to secure a good spot.
Opening hours
All day (best around sunset)
Nearby sights
- La Reine de l'Isalo
- Piscine Naturelle
- Ilakaka
- Piscine Noire & Piscine Bleue
- Cascade des Nymphes & Namaza
- Isalo National Park
- Canyon des Makis & Canyon des Rats
- Grotte des Portugais