Colorful coral reef with vibrant marine life in an underwater ecosystem.
Madagascar · Nosy Tanikely

Tanikely East Reef

Also known as: The Beach

Best time to dive

January to December; April to December; January to March

What you might see

  • BarracudaLikely
  • Eagle rayLikely
  • FrogfishLikely
  • Grey reef sharkLikely
  • Hammerhead sharkLikely
  • Manta rayPeak season
  • Moray eelLikely
  • Napoleon wrasseLikely
  • NudibranchLikely
  • Sea turtleLikely
  • SeahorseLikely
  • Whale sharkPeak season

Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.

Certification & difficulty

Open Water

Snorkelling

Snorkel-friendly - Yes - the marine park is one of the best snorkels in the area.

Permits & fees

Nosy Tanikely is a national marine park and Ankazoberavina a protected area - entry/park fees apply, collected via the operator. Dive through a licensed Nosy Be centre; confirm before booking.

Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.

Location

Nearest hub: Nosy Be

This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.

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