Mahajanga Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
commune in Madagascar
About Mahajanga
Mahajanga or Majunga is the main tourist destination in Madagascar. Located on the sunnier west coast, on the Mozambique Channel, it is less affected by rains than its counterparts on the Indian Ocean coast. More than fifty hotels cater to every budget, from families and groups travelling by bus the island's capitalAntananarivo(560 km by a well-paved road) to well-heeled tourists flying in from abroad, notablyMayotte. The city is famous throughout Madagascar for its easy-going and friendly atmosphere. Mahajanga is the gateway to a number of nature parks, including nearby Reniala reserve and distant Ankarafantsika, Bay of Baly, and to the natural wonders of Cirque Rouge, Anjohibe caves, and Katsepy peninsula.
Where to Eat in Mahajanga
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Buvette Macha'llah
- 🍴Fishing résidence
- 🍴La Petite Cour
Where to Stay in Mahajanga
- 🏨Central Hotel
- 🏨Chez Tranquille
- 🏨Convent Sacré-Coeur
- 🏨Hotel 5/5
- 🏨Hôtel Anjary
- 🏨Hotel Bella Maris
Mahajanga Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 11 sections including: