{"id":1090517,"date":"2026-03-24T10:13:12","date_gmt":"2026-03-24T09:13:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nosybepromenade.com\/excursion-nosy-sakatia\/"},"modified":"2026-04-21T11:17:35","modified_gmt":"2026-04-21T09:17:35","slug":"excursion-nosy-sakatia","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/nosybepromenade.com\/en\/excursion-nosy-sakatia\/","title":{"rendered":"Nosy Sakatia"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Nosy Sakatia Excursion: Nature and Turtle Watching<\/a><\/h1>
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Located on the west coast of Nosy Be, Sakatia is an island of around 6 km\u00b2 accessible in five minutes by boat from Ambaro beach. It is a renowned site for green turtle watching. Full-day or half-day excursions available to suit your preferences. A 20-minute boat ride from Andilana.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Key stages of your excursion to Sakatia<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

Itinerary for the day<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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Departure from Madirokely or Andilana<\/h3>\n

Boarding our fully equipped and safe motorboat. Safety briefing and overview of the day\u2019s activities.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Arrival at Nosy Sakatia<\/h3>\n

Beach and swimming. Walk.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Beach & Snorkelling<\/h3>\n

Snorkelling on the reef and out to the seagrass beds where green turtles feed. Tropical fish, small coral reefs.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Lunch<\/h3>\n

Grilled fish, seafood, local vegetables and tropical fruit in the shade of palm and coconut trees.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Free time & relaxation<\/h3>\n

Swimming, a nap, exploring, taking photos of the island.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Return to Nosy Be<\/h3>\n

Return to Madirokely or Andilana. Estimated arrival around 5.00 pm.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Beach, swimming and snorkelling <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

Nosy Sakatia: what you need to know<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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Green turtle watching<\/h3><\/div><\/div>\n\n

The green turtle feeding area is in shallow water, directly off the main beach. Observation takes place whilst snorkelling (fins, mask, snorkel) above the seagrass beds. To preserve the ecosystem and the animals\u2019 peace, it is essential not to touch them and to maintain a safe distance at all times whilst swimming.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

Getting around and access<\/h3><\/div><\/div>\n\n

You will travel exclusively on foot along dirt or sandy paths. Please bring suitable walking shoes if you plan to cross the island to reach certain coves.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Environment<\/h3><\/div><\/div>\n\n

Sakatia\u2019s terrain offers several vantage points overlooking the Mozambique Channel and the surrounding islands. The local flora consists of dry forest formations and small-scale plantations.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Level<\/h3>

Easy \u2013 Suitable for all<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Duration<\/h3>

Full day (approx. 9 hours)<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Departure<\/h3>

8.00 am, Madirokely or Andilana, Nosy Be<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Minimum of 5 people<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Season<\/h3>

All year round (best time: March to December)<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Booking<\/h3>

At least 48 hours in advance, payment on arrival<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Children (under 12): 35\u20ac<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

What\u2019s included<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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