The Top 50

Cities in Madagascar

The most important cities in Madagascar at a glance – from the bustling metropolis to the charming small town. Each city links to a detailed page with map, attractions and travel tips.

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Mahambo
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Mahambo

A laid-back coastal village on Madagascar's east coast, renowned as the country's premier surfing destination and for its tropical tranquility.

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Morombe
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Morombe

Morombe is a coastal town in southwestern Madagascar, famous for its grand baobab trees, Vezo fishing culture, and coral reefs.

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Amborovy
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Amborovy

Amborovy is a beautiful coastal resort near Mahajanga in Madagascar, famous for its grand beaches and relaxing environment.

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Sainte Luce
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Sainte Luce

Sainte Luce is a beautiful coastal village in southeastern Madagascar, known for its pristine beaches and lush coastal forests.

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Anjajavy
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Anjajavy

An exclusive nature reserve on the northwest coast, famous for Coquerel's sifakas, tsingy formations, and secluded coves.

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Nosy Komba
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Nosy Komba

A volcanic island between Nosy Be and the mainland, famous for its friendly black lemurs and handicrafts.

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Tsarabanjina
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Tsarabanjina

An exclusive private island in the Mitsio Archipelago, known for its powder-white sand and sacred royal tombs.

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Nosy Iranja
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Nosy Iranja

Consists of two islands connected by a long sandbar, famous for nesting sea turtles.

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Ifaty
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Ifaty

A pair of fishing villages in the south, famous for their coral reef and unique spiny forest with baobabs.

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Île Sainte-Marie
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Île Sainte-Marie

A lush tropical island with a fascinating pirate history and world-class whale watching opportunities.

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Ranohira
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Ranohira

The gateway to Isalo National Park, characterized by dramatic sandstone landscapes and deep canyons.

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Anakao
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Anakao

A remote fishing village in the southwest with turquoise waters and access to the sacred island of Nosy Ve.

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Bekopaka
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Bekopaka

The remote gateway to Tsingy de Bemaraha, famous for its razor-sharp limestone formations.

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Mahajanga
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Mahajanga

Port city on the Mozambique Channel in Madagascar.

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Ambodifotatra
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Ambodifotatra

Island capital of Sainte Marie in Madagascar.

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Miarinarivo
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Miarinarivo

Administrative center of Itasy in Madagascar.

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Ambilobe
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Ambilobe

Center of the Ankarana Karst in Madagascar.

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Mananjary
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Mananjary

Town on the Pangalanes Canal in Madagascar.

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Antsirabe
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Antsirabe

Known for thermal springs in Madagascar.

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Arivonimamo
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Arivonimamo

Former airport location in Madagascar.

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Belo sur Tsiribihina
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Belo sur Tsiribihina

Town on the Tsiribihina River in Madagascar.

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Manakara
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Manakara

Terminus of the FCE railway in Madagascar.

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Sakaraha
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Sakaraha

Center of sapphire mining in Madagascar.

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Vohemar
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Vohemar

Historical trading post in Madagascar.

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Soanierana Ivongo
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Soanierana Ivongo

Gateway to Sainte Marie in Madagascar.

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Tolanaro
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Tolanaro

Historical coastal city in Madagascar.

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Tsihombe
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Tsihombe

Town of the Antandroy people in Madagascar.

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Ambatolampy
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Ambatolampy

Aluminum foundry town in Madagascar.

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Antsalova
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Antsalova

Near the Bemaraha Park in Madagascar.

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Befandriana-Avaratra
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Befandriana-Avaratra

Rural trading center in Madagascar.

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Fandriana
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Fandriana

Woodworking center in Madagascar.

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Andapa
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Andapa

Rice granary of the north in Madagascar.

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Morondava
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Morondava

Gateway to Baobab Avenue in Madagascar.

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Nosy Varika
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Nosy Varika

Isolated coastal city in Madagascar.

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Ambohimahasoa
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Ambohimahasoa

City in Betsileo land in Madagascar.

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Maevatanana
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Maevatanana

Hot gold-mining town in Madagascar.

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Ankazobe
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Ankazobe

On the edge of Tampoketsa in Madagascar.

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Vangaindrano
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Vangaindrano

City on the Mananara River in Madagascar.

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Ihosy
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Ihosy

Capital of the Bara people in Madagascar.

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Farafangana
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Farafangana

Southeastern port city in Madagascar.

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Hell-Ville
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Hell-Ville

Main town of Nosy Be in Madagascar.

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Toamasina
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Toamasina

Main seaport in Madagascar.

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Ambalavao
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Ambalavao

Papermaking village in Madagascar.

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Port-Bergé
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Port-Bergé

Agricultural hub in Madagascar.

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Fianarantsoa
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Fianarantsoa

Center of winemaking in Madagascar.

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Amparafaravola
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Amparafaravola

Rice-growing area in Madagascar.

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Vatomandry
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Vatomandry

Recreational destination in Madagascar.

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Tsiroanomandidy
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Tsiroanomandidy

Zebu market center in Madagascar.

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Faratsiho
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Faratsiho

Highest city in Madagascar.

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Maroantsetra
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Maroantsetra

Gateway to Masoala in Madagascar.

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Frequently asked questions

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This page lists the most important cities by population – each with its own detail page, map and attractions.

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