Our CEO on the white sandbank of Île aux Sables, facing the turquoise lagoon

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Île aux Sables: a slice of paradise off Sainte-Marie

Our CEO on the white sandbank of Île aux Sables, facing the turquoise lagoon

Our CEO takes you to the sand islet, a small, almost unreal gem off Sainte-Marie, on Madagascar’s east coast. Press play: your escape starts here.

  • Dazzling white sand against the deep blue ocean
  • No crowds, no noise: just the waves and the trade winds
  • An excursion from Sainte-Marie

Where time stands still

Here the Indian Ocean laps at a spotless sandbank, in perfect calm. Swim in crystal-clear water, stretch out on the sand, explore the sea life below. A true postcard setting.

Who is it for?

Nature lovers, couples longing to get away from it all, and any traveller looking for something truly special. More than an excursion, it is an invitation to slow down, breathe and savour the moment.

Add it to your trip

Sainte-Marie rounds off our Authentic East tour, with three free days on the island: plenty of time to fit in this escape. From July to September, pair it with whale watching, or pack a mask and snorkel for some snorkelling.

Tempted to go?

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