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Traditional Sailing Cruises – Nofy Be

NOFY BE & BOIS VERT

Authentic cruises on the west coast of Madagascar

For 18 years, the schooner Nofy Be has crisscrossed the preserved shores of the west coast of Madagascar, carried by winds and encounters.

Today, a new page opens with the arrival of his little sister, Bois Vert by Nofy Be, for the 2026 season.

Two sailboats, the same spirit: that of a journey out of time.

Our boats

Two schooners, two experiences

  • Nofy Be

→ Up to 8 passengers in full board

→ A century-old traditional schooner, full of maritime history

  • Bois Vert by Nofy Be

→ Up to 4 full board passengers

→ A more intimate version, ideal for couples or small families

👉 The same philosophy: small groups, total immersion, freedom to choose your boat and your rhythm.

Navigate differently

On board, the journey begins at dawn.

Departures are early, to the rhythm of the wind. Here, no dominant engine:

As in the past, the sails set the course.

Along the west coast, between Tuléar, Morondava and Nosy Be, the landscapes follow one another:

Secret anchorages, translucent lagoons, islands forgotten by mass tourism.

Every day is different.

Each stopover is a meeting.

3 regions 3 seasons:

  • April–May: cruises in the south-west, departing from Morondava.
  • Late May–June: longer passages as both sailboats head north towards Nosy Be.
  • July–late October/mid-November: cruises around Nosy Be, lasting 4 to 10 days or longer.
  • Mid-November–late December: the boats sail south from Nosy Be towards Morondava, with longer trips of 10 days or more.
  • December and the festive season: cruises from Morondava to Belo-sur-Mer and its islands.

A total immersion

Living on board Nofy Be is finding

“The first morning in the world.”

Crew: 4 sailors + 1 cook

Presence of the owners, Laetitia or Fred, to share the experience

Gentle navigation, on the way of the trade winds

Anchorages chosen for their authenticity

👉 Here, we don't visit Madagascar.

We live it.

On Bois vert by Nofy be, 3 sailors including a cook.

A human and local adventure

Beyond the trip, it is a permanent meeting:

Exchanges with coastal populations

Exchange of fresh products

Trolling and spearfishing

Lively, simple and generous cuisine

Each meal tells a day at sea.

An exceptional natural playground

Between May and October, the austral winter offers ideal conditions:

Regular winds, manageable sea conditions and smooth sailing.

The west coast then becomes a huge field of exploration,

Where nature imposes its rhythm.

Diving & exploration

For those who want to go further:

  • Introductory dives and diving excursions available
  • Supervision by PADI instructor Nicolas Jeanmart
  • Discovery of preserved seabeds

(Activities available mainly around Nosy Be)

Each cruise is unique.

Personalised itineraries

Flexible duration

Suitable for families, friends or businesses

Private charters available

👉 You choose a period, a region...

We create the journey.

The Nofy Be & Bois Vert spirit

Traditional sailing vessels.

The wind as a guide.

Stopovers out of time.

And this rare sensation:

That of living something true.

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