Nosy Mitsio
A remote archipelago northeast of Nosy Be, with basalt columns, clear water, and some of the best dive sites. Good for a day or multi-day boat trip.
The Mitsio archipelago lies about 55 km northeast of Nosy Be. It consists of the main island of Nosy Mitsio and smaller islands including Tsarabanjina. On the northwest coast of the main island, spectacular basalt columns form a "pipe organ" rock formation. The surrounding reefs are among the best dive sites in northern Madagascar, with frequent sightings of turtles, manta rays, and reef sharks. A speedboat takes about 2 hours one way, so day trips require an early start. You can also take a sailing boat on a multi-day cruise, or stay at a high-end resort on Tsarabanjina Island.
Opening hours
Day trips approx. 07:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Nosy Fanihy
- Nosy Be
- Andilana Beach
- Mont Passot
- Lokobe National Park
- Lemuria Land
- Nosy Sakatia
- Hell-Ville (Andoany)