Nosy Be - A French Paradise with Island Hopping Adventures

Arrival & First Impressions After a long journey, we finally reached Nosy Be, the French vacation paradise. Booked a random beachside B&B (later realized there were better options 😅). Right after check-in, a local came to our balcony selling fresh fruits—perfect start! Lost & Found (Thanks to Kind Strangers) Tried to find a travel agency to plan our trip, but Google Maps betrayed us (again). As sunset neared, we were stuck in the wilderness until a local mom sent her daughter to guide us through the woods. Language barrier? No problem—kindness needs no translation. Dinner Fail & Starlit Beach Went to a fancy restaurant recommended by our host... big mistake. The food was terrible (street stalls do it better). Ended the night walking along the beach, spotting the Southern Cross constellation ✨. Island Hopping Guide 🏝️ Nosy Be is surrounded by stunning islets ("Nosy" = island in Malagasy). Here’s the lowdown: Price: ~150K ARY (~$35) for day trips (cheaper if booked directly on the beach). Hotspots: → Nosy Iranja: Africa’s most Instagrammable sandbar 🌊 → Nosy Tanikely: Snorkeling paradise 🐠 → Nosy Komba: Lemur encounters + giant tortoises 🐢 → Nosy Sakatia: Sea turtles & reefs 🐢🤿 Nosy Be’s Beaches 🏖️ 1️⃣ Beach #1 (Main Beach): Tourist central—markets, agencies, beach clubs. 2️⃣ Beach #2 (Where We Stayed): Local vibes. Met a Chinese-speaking student from Confucius Institute! 3️⃣ Beach #3: Quiet, resort-style, perfect for sunbathing. Lokobe Reserve 🌿 Took a pirogue (canoe) to this "zoo-like" nature spot. Got up close with lemurs—way more interactive than expected! #MadagascarDiaries #NosyBeIsland #AfricanBeachLife #LostButFound