1. |
Are there nice beach resorts other than Nosy Be ? |
| |
Madagascar has more than 5000 kms of coastline and therefore has many other idyllic resorts such as in Sainte Marie Island, Foulpointe, Ifaty, Diego Suarez (3 bays) and so forth. |
 |
2. |
What are the local official languages ? |
| |
Malagasy is the local official language but French is widely spoken. English has also become the third official language since March 2007. |
|
3. |
Which languages do your tour guide speak ? |
| |
Our tour guides are qualified and experienced. They are fluent in English, German and French. |
|
4. |
Will I be able to travel with my 9,10,13... -year old children ? |
| |
Yes, you will if you choose a classical and less difficult adventure tour. Children need to be protected against Malaria at least. You also need to consult your physician before coming. |
|
5. |
How much does the visa cost at Ivato airport ? |
| |
First, you must make sure that you have an entire free page in your passport. Then, you can buy a visa for US$84 at your landing airport. |
|
6. |
Do we need to pay airport tax when flying back home ? |
| |
You do not need to pay any airport tax. |
|
7. |
Do you offer flights or just tours? |
| |
We only offer internal flights and tours. |
|
8. |
I am allergic to some food. Will you be able to cater to me during the tour ? |
| |
Yes we will. The restaurants will be advised in advance. During camping, our cook will be taking care of you. Due to its diverse micro-climates, many kinds of vegetables, fruits and cereals grow in Madagascar. |
|
| 9. |
Is there any good diving site in Madagascar ? |
| |
Yes, you have very rich sites in Nosy Be, Sainte Marie, Ifaty, Belo sur Mer and Anakao with PADI certified monitors. |
|
| 10 |
What is the allowed weight for our transcontinental flight ? |
| |
It depends on the airline you take. For your information:
- Air France: two pieces of 23kgs each
- Air Madagascar: one piece of 30kgs
Internal flights with Air Madagascar allow only 20kgs. |
| 11 |
Which credit card is used in Madagascar ? |
| |
Visa card is the most used. When using Master Card, you should be informed that only one bank accepts this card. You can receive money within 6 hours if the authorization is given by your home bank. |
| 12 |
What are the arrival formalities ? |
| |
- Your visa can be bought at your arrival
- The incoming goods free of taxes are: 2 liters of alcoholic drinks, 2 cartridges or 20 packets of cigarettes, Ar 400 000 banknotes (local currency), belonging and non commercial items.
- CITES licence is required for fauna and flora species threatened to extinction.
- Updated vaccination certificate against rabies is necessary for pets.
- Phytosanitary certificate and importation licence should be provided for the importation of plants and food stuffs. This is delivered by the outgoing country's administration.
|
| 13 |
What are the departure formalities ? |
| |
Here are the maximum allowed items per passport at international departure:
- Ar 400 000 banknotes
- 1/2 pound hallmarked jewels for national residents
- 2 p. hallmarked jewels for non residents subjects to the presentation of an exchange declaration letter corresponding to the jewels value
- 4 p. prepared vanilla
- 10 p. dry seeds (beans, peas,...)
- 2 p. onion
- 2 p. coffee
- 2 p. pepper
- 10 p. meat (frozen, refrigerated, dried)
- 20 p. fish and sea foods
(frozen, refrigerated, dried) that is 4 p. per species, bought from authorized stores.
Here are some particular formalities at departure:
- CITES licence, delivered by the Ministry of Environment, Waters and Forestry or its agents at the airport
, is required for the out taking of fauna and flora species.
- Health certificate, delivered by the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries or its agents
at the airport, is required for vegetables.
- Authorization required also for precious woods and woodworks, delivered by the Ministry of Environment, Waters and Forestry or its agent at the airport.
- Authorization required for precious metals and jewels through the Ministry of Energy and Mining or its agent at the airport.
- Export declaration required for precious metals and jewels more than 1/2 pound, currency more than Ar 10 000 000.
| Top of page |
|
