Scuba Diving

Scuba diving in Ifaty and Anakao, located along Madagascar’s southwest coast, offers an exceptional underwater experience characterized by vibrant coral reefs, diverse marine life, and a range of dive sites suitable for all skill levels.​

Diving in Ifaty (Mangily)

Ifaty, situated near the Bay of Ranobe, is renowned for its extensive coral reef system and accessible dive sites.​

Key Dive Sites:

• Ankarandjelita & Rose Garden: Shallow reefs (6–8 meters) ideal for beginners, teeming with goatfish, snapper, eels, and rays. ​

• Be Vato & Canyons: Intermediate sites (20–26 meters) featuring wall dives and spur-and-groove formations, home to marbled groupers, Napoleon wrasse, and colorful nudibranchs. ​

• Cathedral: A renowned site with caves and swim-throughs, accessible on calm days, offering encounters with emperors, sweetlips, and trevally.

Dive Centers:

• Mangily Scuba: Offers PADI courses from Open Water to Divemaster, as well as snorkeling and whale-watching excursions. ​

• Le Grand Bleu: Caters to all certification levels, providing dives in both shallow protected reserves and deeper reef areas. ​

Diving in Anakao

Anakao, a traditional Vezo fishing village, boasts pristine coral reefs and diverse marine ecosystems.​

Highlights:

• Coral Reefs & Caves: Dive sites range from shallow reefs to deeper caves (20–65 meters), inhabited by lobsters, moray eels, and a variety of reef fish. ​

• Nosy Ve Island: A nearby island offering excellent snorkeling and diving opportunities, with vibrant coral gardens and abundant marine life. ​

Dive Centers:

• Madagascar-Anakao Scuba Diving School: Provides CMAS-certified courses and guided dives for all levels, emphasizing safety and quality equipment.

• Il Camaleonte: A modern watersport center offering scuba diving, snorkeling, and other aquatic activities.