About Atsimo-Andrefana

The gentle sea with the purest water and the magnificent sandy beaches of Atsimo-Andrefana attract more and more tourists yearly. The crystal turquoise color of the seawater sets the level of your vacation somewhere between stunning and perfect. So if you are looking for the perfect sea, this is your place!

Good for Relax

Tsiandamba Beach

Tsiandamba 6.2 km
Very good
8.4
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Sand bottom
4.1 Amenities index
Senior friendly

Anakao Bay

Anakao 0.7 km
Very good
8.3
Partly hotel beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Sand bottom • Small open area
5.8 Amenities index
Senior friendly

Ifty Beach

Mangily 0.2 km
Very good
8.2
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season
6.8 Amenities index
Senior friendly

Anakao Beach

Anakao 1.5 km
Very good
8.1
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Sand bottom
5.8 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Ankilibe Beach

Ankilibe 0.9 km
Good
7.6
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Sand bottom
5.6 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Beravy beach

Beravy 0.9 km
Good
7.5
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Sand bottom
3 Amenities index

Calm, measured rest and the sound of waves are perhaps the most common associations that arise with the word "beach". This is not surprising, as relaxation is exactly what many beach travelers are looking for. If you associate your vacation primarily with such activity, choose one of the 6 beaches in the region.

To make your choice easier, we have prepared a list of the best beaches for relaxation in Atsimo-Andrefana.

Attraction and Infrastructure

As for the main features of the beaches of Atsimo-Andrefana, they are as follows:

  • The region's beaches are mainly wide, long and have a high level of cleanliness. The most common surface is sand of bright color.
  • Usually, entry into the water is gentle, which is very good for kids. There are 5 such beaches.
  • The average distance from the road to beach in Atsimo-Andrefana is less than 500 meters. 6 beaches are relatively easy to access.

The vast majority of Atsimo-Andrefana beaches have the necessary amenities, such as sun loungers, umbrellas, beach cafes, showers and toilets.

Latest reviews on Atsimo-Andrefana's beaches

Anakao Bay
4 Wilder Brooks

The lodge is indeed beautiful and well-maintained, but unfortunately lacks any kind of atmosphere. Additionally, the unfriendly attitude of the French owner makes it feel like a burden to be there, which may explain why many of the staff appear solemn. We heard of two other guests who had a disagreement with her. Moreover, there is only one option available for dinner on the menu, and it is considerably more expensive compared to other places we visited in Madagascar. Although the absence of running water is not a deal breaker, it would be wiser to save your money and visit Peter Pan down the beach on the other side of the village. It offers a significantly lower price, as well as running water, electricity, and a diverse and delicious menu combining Italian and Malagasy cuisine.

Ifty Beach
10 Gven

There are three bungalows right on the beach, offering an excellent location. However, the bungalows located further in the garden are also well-equipped and perfect holiday spots for relaxation. Additionally, we have a restaurant where Top Chef Tony ensures that everything is prepared and presented in a superb style at a reasonable price. Overall, it is the best holiday destination at Mangily beach.

Anakao Beach
10 Renard Dupont

What an incredible place to begin or end your trip in Madagascar! The staff is absolutely fantastic and highly professional, always ready to assist you in organizing your activities or simply to help you relax and enjoy the beach with a delightful cocktail in hand. They have a great selection of South African wines. The beds are extremely comfortable and the rooms are impeccably clean, offering breathtaking views. The lady manager went above and beyond to ensure we had the opportunity to try langouste, and thanks to her, we were able to enjoy both langouste and perfectly arranged activities. You quickly feel at home here, so be sure to have your return flight booked, or else you won't want to leave this extraordinary place. Many thanks to the entire team!

Beravy beach
8 Lorelei Sinclair

We had a great time at Le Paradisier during our trip to Madagascar this month. The pool was nice, the rooms were comfortable with stunning views, and the public areas like the restaurant, bar, and lounge were also enjoyable.

There are few offers for accommodation in the beach area, so finding a suitable place to stay can be a problem. You can use the map search to get more information about this.

The hottest month of the region is February - air temperature during this time warms up to 29.8°C and water up to 28°C in January. The coldest month is July - air temperature drops to 24.6°C and water to 22.4°C. Air and water temperature allows you to relax comfortably in the region all year round, which is enjoyed by tourists and locals.

Do you know how many beaches there are in Atsimo-Andrefana? In total there are 6 beaches and the most popular is Tsiandamba Beach.