Anjohibe Cave, Limestone cave system in Boeny, Madagascar.
Anjohibe Cave is an extensive underground system with multiple chambers containing stalactites and stalagmites, connected by passages through limestone rock formations. Natural light enters through openings in the ceiling, illuminating sections of the caves as visitors move deeper inside.
Early human habitation in the cave is documented through archaeological discoveries and ancient paintings on the limestone walls, showing long-term occupation throughout Madagascar's history. These findings reveal that the site has been used as shelter for thousands of years.
Local communities view the cave as a spiritually important place and guide visitors through the passages while sharing stories about their connection to this land. Walking through the underground chambers offers insight into how this site fits into daily life and traditions.
Visits require advance arrangements with local guides and sturdy footwear to handle slippery wet surfaces inside the passages. The best time to visit is between April and October when the access road remains passable.
Inside the cave lies a series of emerald-green natural pools framed by native vegetation, with one sitting beneath a waterfall that allows for swimming. These pools form from underground water sources and create a hidden aquatic pocket within the cavern system.
Location: Boeny
GPS coordinates: -15.54231,46.88536
Latest update: December 6, 2025 19:09
Madagascar features natural landscapes ranging from the baobab avenues near Morondava to the limestone formations of the Tsingy and coastal areas with coral reefs. The country's national parks protect tropical rainforests inhabited by lemurs, along with geological features including crater lakes and sandstone formations. The highest peaks rise in the northern mountain ranges, while the southern regions are characterized by dry landscapes. Photogenic locations include the Isalo Massif with its eroded sandstone canyons, the Masoala Peninsula with its rainforests along the Indian Ocean, and the island of Nosy Be off the northwest coast. The beaches at Ifaty and Anakao attract visitors for their reefs, while Sainte-Marie Island is known for whale watching between July and September. The Kirindy forests in the west are home to nocturnal lemurs and fossas. Historic sites include the royal hill of Ambohimanga, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the Rova palace in Antananarivo. The geysers at Ampefy and the crater lake Tritriva showcase the volcanic history of the highlands. The red Tsingy near Sadjoavato formed through erosion of iron-rich sandstone and contrast with the gray limestone Tsingy in the west.
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