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Nosy Be
Le Baliste catamaran underway offshore on calm water

Excursions · Nosy Be

Catamaran Expeditions with Ginot

Minimum 4 people

€130 / person / day

Discovering the Nosy Be archipelago in Madagascar by catamaran

Set out by catamaran to discover Nosy Be and its archipelago from the sea. As the coastline falls away, the relief, islets and colours of the Mozambique Channel reveal another side of the region. Ginot accompanies the expedition and shares his knowledge of the area throughout the journey.

Meet Ginot, a local guide in Nosy Be

Aboard Le Baliste

The boat is part of the journey.

Le Baliste gives the expedition a tangible setting: a route prepared with Ginot and an interior you can see before departure.

The archipelago from the sea

As the coastline recedes, the relief, islets and colours of the Mozambique Channel reveal another side of Nosy Be. Ginot accompanies the journey and shares his knowledge of the area throughout the route.

The itinerary is prepared together, then adjusted to the sea conditions encountered. The duration, departure point and exact arrangements are confirmed directly before the trip.

The saloon at the centre of Le Baliste

Inside, the saloon brings together a curved bench and a table. The photograph shows the space as it is on board, with its natural light and timber details.

Catamaran saloon with its curved bench and table
Le Baliste’s saloon, with its bench and table.

A compact double berth

Le Baliste has a double berth in a compact cabin. How it is used depends on the format and duration agreed with Ginot while preparing the expedition.

Double berth in a compact catamaran cabin
The double berth photographed aboard Le Baliste.

Cabin and practical spaces

The cabin leads to the interior spaces and marine bathroom with washbasin. These are part of the onboard arrangements Ginot confirms with you before departure.

The catamaran rate is €400 per day. The final format is set according to the chosen duration, itinerary and sailing conditions.

Catamaran cabin and access to the marine bathroom
The cabin and access to the marine bathroom.
Catamaran marine bathroom with washbasin
The marine bathroom with washbasin.

Plan your outing

Discover the archipelago as you sail

Plan the route with Ginot before departure, according to the length of your trip. On board, he accompanies your discovery of the archipelago and its coastal scenery. Sailing plans adapt to sea conditions; agree on the intended itinerary and stops together.

Plan your time on board

The expedition is available for groups of at least four people. Meals, two complimentary beers per person per day and one infused rum are included. Other alcoholic drinks are extra. Ginot confirms the trip length, departure point and arrangements for your time on board.

What the price includes

  • Meals
  • Two complimentary beers per person per day
  • One complimentary infused rum

What to arrange separately

  • Other alcoholic drinks

Talk directly with Ginot

Let’s plan your outing

Share your dates, the number of travellers and what you would like to do. You can then discuss your plans directly with Ginot and work out the details of your departure together.

Frequently asked questions

How much does the catamaran cost?

The catamaran rate is €400 per day.

Who accompanies the catamaran expedition?

Ginot accompanies the sailing trip and shares his knowledge of Nosy Be and its archipelago throughout the journey.

How is the itinerary planned?

The sailing route is prepared with Ginot and adapted to the sea conditions encountered.