Nosy Iranja, Island group off the coast of Nosy Be, Madagascar.
Nosy Iranja is an island group off Nosy Be consisting of two islands connected by a wide sand strip that emerges at low tide. The area sits in the Indian Ocean near Madagascar and features long white beaches with shallow bays.
A lighthouse was built on the islands in the early 20th century to guide ships through the Mozambique Channel. The structure reflects the long maritime history of this region.
Local fishermen still use traditional wooden boats and handmade nets that have been passed down through generations.
Boats depart from Nosy Be and take between 75 and 90 minutes depending on weather, with travel times varying throughout the day. Start early to make the most of low tide and the sand passage between the islands.
Sea turtles come to nest here and lay their eggs in the sand from October through February each year. This annual migration makes this place important in the breeding cycle of these ocean creatures.
GPS coordinates: -13.59250,47.81667
Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:41
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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