Nosy Mangabe Special Reserve Best Time To Visit
Anthony is the author of the Lonely Planet guide to Madagascar.
The climate in Nosy Mangabe Special Reserve is wet and humid. The best weather conditions are from August to November and this is overall the best time for hiking. From July to the end of September is a special time as this is when
August to November Dry Season – Winter
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Conditions are drier and forest paths are less slippery
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In October and November, many lemurs have babies
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Whales come to the bay to calve from July to late September
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Nights can be cool
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Many reptiles are less active
December to July Wet Season – Summer
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Reptiles and some small mammals are more active
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Orchids bloom from October to December or January
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September to January is best for bird watching
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It rains more and humidity is higher
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Rough seas might make boat crossings impossible
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Forest paths can become difficult to navigate
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There is a risk of cyclones in February and March, sometimes as early as January
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- Ankarana Special Reserve
- Bemaraha National Park
- Ifotaka Forest
- Isalo National Park
- Masoala National Park
- Ranomafana National Park
- Sainte Luce Reserve