This past August I had the opportunity to return to Madagascar. I’m sure that many of you have heard of Madagascar from the famous movie right? So we all imagine it as another African country with a lot of wildlife.
But today I want to show you a part of Madagascar that you may never have known about – its beautiful paradise beaches. I took a trip to the new private island resort of Miavana in Nosy Ankao, by Time + Tide Africa.
Time + Tide Africa is a collection of exclusive safaris and remote island adventures from Zambia. With the slogan “From Bush to Sea,” they are pioneers in travel in undiscovered destinations, showcasing masterpieces of nature in a simple, sustainable and meaningful way.
My experience with Miavana began in Diego Suarez which is one of the most charming towns in Madagascar. This is where you have to go to catch the private helicopter of Miavana, which is the cutest helicopter I’ve ever seen, in a blue color like that of Tiffany & Co. It is designed with full surround glass to provide Panoramic views so you’ll be able to appreciate the beautiful scenery of turquoise waters where the whales come to mate and play. The trip lasts 35-45 min to reach the hidden paradise of Miavana.
Miavana is a luxury eco property that has only 14 villas. The villas are incredibly huge and can easily sleep 6 people in each, as they have 3 three bedrooms. Each villa has its own private pool with easy access to the beach for strolls through the pristine sands where you can enjoy beautiful sunsets with the Indian ocean waters. All villas are fully equipped with kitchens, dining rooms, terraces, outdoor showers, and a butler, as well as your own golf cart and cute bikes to tour the island. The villa fronts are also all made of glass to appreciate the panoramic views of the beach.
From our first day we felt really at home as the staff is really friendly from Jafar our butler who always made our wishes come true, the manager who was always at our disposal, guide Wayne who took us for a walk to the lighthouse and Chris who always accompanied us in the evenings where we exchanged different stories about life while enjoying delicious cocktails at the bar.
The food here was really outstanding, from the breakfasts in your villa or in the main area. Each day there was an excellent variety of delicious dishes made by the chef Enoryth for every lunch and dinner, and they even have a pizza stove.
Other top-notch services include an infinity pool in the main area facing the Indian Ocean, a “Cabinet of Curiosities” which is a mini museum with regional artefacts such as dinosaur bones and an elephant bird egg, and a center for activities. Miavana offers many activities you can do in the island like a beach picnic which we tried, being pampered with an outdoor massage in your private villa (definitely my favourite) or sunset drinks in the lighthouse. As for waters sports fans, Miavana also offers some great activities to keep you busy from snorkelling, scuba diving, fishing, paddle boards, kite surfing, dolphin watching, manta rays and whales watching with your private boats or even a safari in your private helicopter where you can visit Ankara or Ambe Mountain National Park. 
One of the most exciting projects on the private island Miavana is the introduction of the magnificent and unique Lemurs, which is one of the most endangered creatures that you can only find in Madagascar and Comoros. With the purpose of helping the conservation and the protection of these in the island Nosy Ankao, the team is dedicated to natural preservation and staying here was the perfect combination of feeling pampered while also contributing to the preservation of the environment.
The rates for this hidden paradise start at $ 2,500 per night and per person, all inclusive.
Many thanks to al the team in Miavana and specially to Ella, Jafar, Chris, Wayne, Sjani and Anatolia for making our stay most memorable and pleasurable!
xoxo
Marcy
What an extraordinarily beautiful place! This sounds like my dream vacation spot for sure! 🙂 Girrrl can we trade places for a day haha! Loving all your photos and that last pom pom dress with the sandals <3
xo, Jo
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You’ve brought Madagascar into a new light! Gorgeous beaches, luxurious resort, and calming activities!
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I’m so envious of all your travels babe! Your drone shots are always so amazing and I’m always bragging about them to my bf who just got his drone not long ago. We’re really hoping to make it out to pretty islands like this to get some nice shots too 🙂 Thanks for the inspo babe! xo, sharon
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Lucky you – incredibially beautiful & amazing. What an experience. Thank you for sharing and making us jealous.
Xxgracie
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ohhh myyy godddd. I think this has to be one of my favorite travel posts. Your outfit collection is so perfect and I would love to get a spa treatment out in the open sun. What a dream <3
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I just discovered you on Instagram thanks to an hashtag and saw your post, then I checked your website…
I’m from Madagascar and I didn’t even know this place existed.
Your pics are amazing, for real ! This is truly so beautiful and stunning !
Well, I can be sure that a local malagasy can’t afford that kind of place but to a tourist I think this is a Must !
Don’t hesitate to come back in Madagascar, we will welcome you warmly. Plus, there are so many other places to discover there 😉
Have a good day !
Seriously you need to take me with you. Always so envious of your trips.
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You pretty much just summarized my dream vacation! The beach looks amazing and the villa looks very relaxing. You have everything you can ask for in a getaway from the service, food, massage,etc. I also do think it’s worth the price since it’s all inclusive and basically a heaven inspired vacation lol.
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That is a pretty steep price for a resort, but with all those amenities, it is so worth it! I never realized Madagascar was a real place, but boy, do I know now! I love how you can only access the resort via a helicopter; I have also never been on one of those before. Those panoramic views truly make it a gorgeous paradise!
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WOW my lady! Always on wonderful adventures. Your photos are so inviting too. Makes me just want to pack up and jump on a plane and meet you out there. I love seeing all your instagram photos too. They’re so amazing and beautiful. I can’t wait to read more about your adventures as you keep going on them. They always brighten my day, especially on this gloomy day we are having here.
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OMG is that the heaven? Cause it sure looks like that… that water is the most amazing blue I have ever seen. I am pretty sure that vacation was one to always remember and cherish my darling. PS. the food tho…. excellent
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Oh my gosh I saw these images on your Instagram total Wonderlust you travel to the most amazing places and Madagascar is definitely one of them.
You had me at Tiffany blue private helicopter Umm hello who wouldn’t want to do that?!
Dreaming of traveling there asap…
Xo
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Wow! Precioso el hotel, tú, la comida, el paraíso ❤️❤️ Estoy enamorada de este post, y la foto del armario es lo más!
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Marcy! Me encantan tus posts, de verdad es increíble los lugares tan mágicos que visitas . Y sin duda Madagascar es un paraíso más, esas islas son maravillosas. El hotel es también muy lindo, un destino que me encantaría visitar.
Un abrazo!
Vanessa
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Ay ya se me antojo ese desayuno tan delicioso y darme un buen baño en esa piscina. Siempre haciendo que mis planes cambien continuamente. Ahora quiero ir a Madagascar
La verdad es que es una belleza de lugar. Me encantó todo lo que ví, me gustaría poder visitarlos algún día. Me gustó mucho toda la ropa y accesorios azul y blanco.
Besitos…
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Okay I have literally never even thought about going to Madagascar but you’ve officially convinced me. This looks like heaven! Serious vacation goals. Dream. destination that I’m adding to my bucket list.
OMG. Another private Island??!! Amazing. You find the most amazing places to stay! #vacationgoals It sounds like such a personalized experience with all that staff at your disposal. You are living the life!
XO
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Que pasada de viaje!! Nosotros estamos pensando en ir este verano. Es increíble ?
Un post espectacular, no me canso de ver tanta maravilla! Que espectacular todo! No me lo esperaba así para nada la verdad. Me encantó.
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This is such a dream destination! I couldn’t imagine that Madagascar had so many beautiful beaches. The location, as well as the hotel, is absolutely stunning! It’s truly a paradise. This is definitely a place where one can fully enjoy the life! The photos you took are so fascinating! Love it!
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Miavana is a dream oasis. I am very familiar with the Madagascar movies with my two little ones, and in all honestly, watched them prior to children, but you are right, I’ve never know ion the truly exquisite beaches. I’ve been itching to read this post! The helicopter sounds so beautiful and with the pano views too! The resort grounds are just beautiful and I love that they are incredibly private. I love visiting resorts with my family but have found that sometimes I cannot relax if theres too many people as I get nervous with my children. Love that this room could fit my family perfectly. The massage looks and sounds wonderful and the beautiful beach picnic as well. The really fun stuff for me is the water activities and I can never seems to get enough of those. How amazing that there’s also a mini-museum in site. That sort of thing always intrigues me. I love that you also included the rates. Stunning imagery! Loved learning about this luscious Madagascar resort!
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Muchas gracias por compartir estos viajes de ensueño , estás fantástica un besin
Oh my gosh, I am so taken by this beautiful private island resort! It is so secluded, and relaxing and the thought of having this place all to yourself is def a dream! I love everything this hotel has to offer and you have certainly taken some gorgeous photos to show it off.
xo Sheree
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WOW! The new private island resort of Miavana looks breathtaking! When I think of Madagascar, I definitely don’t think about these stunning beaches! For $2500, all inclusive, this is so worth it! You always go to the most Instagram worthy places! Thank you for sharing!
XO
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Excelente recomendación!to !!! donde quiero estar ya!!!
Impresionante!! Que maravilla de playa.. es un lujazo!!
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Hey Sweetie,
Hows you?
What a Gorgeous trip and Private Island Darling:)
The Photos are Stunning and That Massage, Wooow:)
I want to visit sooo much Miavana:)
Dream Place for sure:)
Love Kisses
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Tus viajes son el paraíso para nuestra vista. Gracias por compartir estos sitios IDEALES
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Oh wow! Madagascar looks sooo incredibly beautiful!
I have always wanted to visit! All your adventures makes me Soo jealous haha! You get to go to the most amazing destinations!
Thank you for sharing your beautiful travels with us!
Xo
Britta
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Hola guapa, increíble Madagascar es uno de mis sitios favoritos del mundo! Que envidia de que hayas estado! Sin duda te lo has tenido que pasar genial! Un beso guapa!
Girl, I am so jealous of all your adventures paradise travels. I never ever thought how beautiful can be Madagascar ??. I wonder if there something else to do beside of enjoying helicopter rides, hotels and beaches. I need to ask my husband to travel there.
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Totally jealous of all your travels girl and you always end up at the bluest places on earth and I love it! I love how luxe this place looks and omg I would kill to be out there sunning myself right now!
Thanks for sharing your experience lovely!
Helen xx
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Wow this is so incredible! You go on the most exotic vacations and I love that you had this whole private island to yourself (or so it seemed). I was lusting after all your photos on Instagram and the water is so clear there too. I definitely need one of these villas for myself and my family. There is so much to do there too! What a treat to experience this island and enjoy this resort. xoxo, Christine
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