The Masoala peninsula
Madagascar’s largest protected area, created in 1997, Masoala protects 2,300 km² of rainforest and 100 km² of marine park. It is only reached after a three-hour boat ride.
Key facts
Before you go.
- Starting point
- A three-hour boat journey to the parkMasoala National Park (Wikipedia)
- GPS coordinates
- -15.30361, 50.05250Masoala National Park (Wikipedia)
- Best season
- September to December, the driest period; avoid the cyclone season, January to MarchMasoala National Park (Wikipedia)
Good to know
Three things to remember.
At sea you may spot humpback whales and dolphins.
Masoala National Park (Wikivoyage)Three marine parks protect coral reefs.
Masoala National Park (Wikipedia)Guide fees come on top of the entrance fee.
Masoala National Park (Wikivoyage)
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Sources · 2 pages consulted, with the exact sentence used
- Masoala National Park (Wikipedia)
Masoala National Park, in northeast Madagascar, is the largest of the island's protected areas. […] Created in 1997, the park protects 2,300 square kilometres of rainforest and 100 square kilometres of marine park. […] Three marine parks protect coral reefs […] The driest part of the year is from September to December. As the park is accessible only by a three-hour boat journey, the cyclone season (January to March) is best avoided. (coordinates -15.30361, 50.0525)
- Masoala National Park (Wikivoyage)
In the ocean you may spot humpback whales and different dolphins. […] Guide fees are an additional charge.
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