Maromokotro, Volcanic summit in Diana Region, Madagascar
Maromokotro stands at 2,876 meters within the Tsaratanana Massif and is Madagascar's highest summit. The massif features steep terrain covered in dense forest that extends across several mountain ridges.
The first documented climb happened in 1936 when a French explorer reached the summit and built a small cairn there. This marked an early European exploration of this remote area.
The name Maromokotro comes from the Malagasy language and reflects how local communities see themselves connected to natural landmarks in this region. Stories and beliefs tied to the mountain remain important to the people who live nearby.
Getting there takes more than two days from the nearest towns of Bealanana and Ambanja through dense terrain. Visitors should be prepared for a multi-day trek with challenging conditions and bring appropriate gear.
The summit acts as a critical water divider, separating three major river basins that feed the Bermarivo, Mahavavy, and Sambirano rivers. This role as a watershed makes the peak an important but quiet part of the region's water cycle.
Location: Diana Region
Elevation above the sea: 2,876 m
GPS coordinates: -14.02258,48.96765
Latest update: December 6, 2025 16:03
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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