🌴 Madagascar’s Forgotten North: Diego & Emerald Sea Guide
🚌 Getting There Antananarivo → Diego Suarez (Antsiranana) • Cotisse Bus: 155,000 Ar (~34h, 12PM→next day 10PM) • Warning: Delays common – pack snacks & patience! 💎 Emerald Sea (Mer d’Emeraude) 🚗 Transport Options to Ramena Beach: Cheap: Local minibus (4,000 Ar, unreliable) Easy: Tutu tuk-tuk (10,000-20,000 Ar, faster) ⭐ Best Combo: Tutu to Ramena + Bus back ⛵ Boat Trip (5-6万 Ar, includes lunch): Best Time: Depart 7-8AM (calmer waves) Pro Tip: Bargain directly with boat captains at 7:30AM! Return: 1-2PM (rough seas – hold on tight!) 🤿 What to Do There: Hike across the peninsula (stunning Indian Ocean views) Snorkel at the bay (clear water, few fish – but refreshing!) Swim – bring your suit! 🌅 Don’t Miss: Sunset at Ramena Beach before heading back to town. ✅ Best of Diego Ramena Beach (Soft sand + local vibe) Diego Market (Spices, crafts & fresh crab!) Emerald Sea (Must-do!) ❌ Skip These Red Tsingy Park (Not worth it) Pigeon Bay (10,000 Ar foreigner fee – meh) Amber Mountain NP (Optional) Baobab Park (Nothing vs. Morondava’s Avenue) 📌 Final Tips • Cash Only – ATMs scarce in Ramena • Bargain Hard – Especially for boat trips • Sun Protection – The northern sun is fierce! #HiddenMadagascar #DiegoTravel #EmeraldSea