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Sea Pearl

DIVING WITH SEA PEARL – MADAGASCAR

The Sea Pearl is fully equipped for scuba diving and can host up to 14 divers. Divers may find onboard facilities for storing their equipment, spacious areas for preparing their equipment as well as tables for cameras and preparation of other sensitive gear. Facilities for rinsing the equipment with fresh water and protecting it form the sun are also available.

A PADI dive instructor is based on board at all times. With the assistance of the Sea Pearl crew he takes care of all the divers needs above and below the water.

Safety and emergency equipments are located onboard according to the PADI dive resorts requirements.

Some of the dives start and end directly from the Sea Pearl deck. Other dives take place from the Sea Pearl’s tender. The crew will load the dinghy with dive tanks and weight belts, divers come onboard with their fins, masks and cameras. Most dive sites are within a short ride from the anchorage point of Sea Pearl.

Diving is possible all year round and our cruise itinerary will take divers to the best dive sites for each season. The best diving periods are the months of April-May September, October and November. During this time the sea is calm and this allows us to reach more remote dive sites.

Underwater visibility can reach 30 meters at times but can be reduced when currents rich with plankton reach the area or during the rainy season between January & February. . Temperature of the water can reach 30 degrees Celsius in March and can drop to 26 in July-August.

Most dives are between the depths of 8-20 meters, most dives are amongst coral reefs, coral heads and different rock formation. These are home to a rich population of tropical fishes, large numbers of pelagic such as sharks, barracudas, jacks and tunas as well as schools of rays and turtles. A variety of marine life can also be seen during day and night dives. Further away from the islands and the reefs, lies the drop off from the continent shelve. In this area, we can find beautiful wall dives. These dives are often accompanied by currents. Madagascar is regularly visited by whale sharks and Manta rays especially during the period of October, November & December.

Humpback whale can often be seen between July to September/October.

Madagascar Itinerary
7 days – 6 nights

Day 1: Embarkation from 0900hrs to 12 noon at Hellville, Nosy Be. After a welcome and safety briefing by the Captain and introduction to the crew, you will be shown to your cabin. Sail towards Baie d' Ambatatosi for an afternoon of water sports or simple relaxation. In the evening enjoy a welcome barbecue. Overnight anchorage off Ankazoberavina Island.

Day 2 : Early morning departure to Angadoka Point for anchorage next to the stunning Pain de Sucre – Kivinjy (a giant mushroom-shaped coral). This picturesque spot is an excellent site for diving and snorkelling or for simply relaxing on its pristine beaches. After a delicious lunch on board, sail towards Nosy Iranja for an overnight anchorage.

Day 3: Disembark on the delightful island of Nosy Iranja, renowned for its spectacular beaches. Explore the quaint village at your leisure and take a scenic hike to visit the old lighthouse or to enjoy some diving and snorkelling in this unique bay. After lunch, set sails for the magnificent Baie des Russes for an overnight anchorage.

Day 4: After breakfast, disembark for a morning of exploration along the river bank, resplendent with its Casuarina, Coconut and Voyager trees. After a tasty barbecue lunch on the beach, there will be ample time for diving, snorkelling or other water sports in this unforgettable bay …or simply relax on one of the most beautiful beaches in the world!

Day 5: Early morning sail to Nosy Kisimani Island to discover the mangrove forest (palétuviers) in traditional Malagasy canoes and to visit a typical Malagasy village. The afternoon will be dedicated to swimming, snorkelling, diving or other water sports. Overnight anchorage in the Kisimani Bay.

Day 6: Early morning departure for the majestic island of Nosy Tanikelly, a nature reserve offering spectacular diving and snorkelling. Disembark for a morning of exploration, including a visit to the old abandoned lighthouse, and enjoy the unspoilt, tropical beaches.

At around 12 noon, set sail for Nosy Komba to visit the lemur sanctuary, where these gentle animals, respected throughout Madagascar, will come to eat from your hand. In the sanctuary you will also find other forms of endemic wildlife such as chameleons, tortoises and many more. A visit to the craft village with its wide array of beautiful artefacts on sale is definitely a must. Overnight anchorage in Nosy Komba.

Day 7: Early morning sail back to Hell-Ville, Nosy Be for disembarkation at 0900hrs.

All itineraries are subject to weather conditions and may be changed without notice at the Captain's discretion.

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