Major city · Madagascar
Anakao
Spend 2–3 days in Anakao for beach, diving and surf; arrive from Toliara by boat, stay at the 4‑star Ocean Lodge.
Anakao is a tiny Vezo fishing village on Madagascar's southwest coast. The long white beach supports fishing, diving and surfing. The settlement is isolated, with limited services, so a short stay of 2–3 days lets you enjoy the water activities and relax at the only 4‑star resort, Anakao Ocean Lodge.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- MGA
- Best months
- Apr–Nov (dry season, calmer seas)
- avoid Jan–Mar (cyclone risk)
- Airport
- Toliara (TLE)
- Nights
- 2–3
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Anakao117 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Anakao, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the Malagasy ariary (MGA).Madagascar-wide
- SIM or eSIMTelma, Orange and Airtel (Yas) sell SIMs at Ivato and in towns with passport registration; data bundles are cheap.Madagascar-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap.Madagascar-wide
- TippingRestaurant: Round up or 5–10%.Madagascar-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/E. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 220 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Madagascar-wide
- SafetyGenerally safe for tourists; stay in groups for night walks, keep valuables locked, and avoid swimming during strong currents.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets in hotels; long-drop or squat toilets at many park gates and roadside stops.Madagascar-wide
- Emergency numbers117 police · 118 fire · 124 Medical (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysShops shut Sunday afternoons in towns; national parks open daily; banks close at weekends.Madagascar-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportcheckTLE Toliara Airport (Nearest airport, at Toliara; onward to Anakao by morning boat, about 1 h each way (check).).
- Getting aroundBoat from Toliara is the main link; within Anakao walk or hire a local pirogue for surf spots.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Budget bedStandard room at Anakao Ocean Lodge, a night, per roomMGA 120,000
- Mid-range bedStandard room at Anakao Ocean Lodge, a night, per roomMGA 180,000
- High-end bedStandard room at Anakao Ocean Lodge, a night, per roomMGA 260,000
A day, not counting the bed: Budget MGA 30 · Mid MGA 55 · High MGA 90
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- TLE Toliara Airport (Nearest airport, at Toliara; onward to Anakao by morning boat, about 1 h each way (check).)
Map of Anakao
Where it is, and the guides within about 120 km.
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Feb
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Mar
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Apr
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
May
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Jun
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Jul
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Aug
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Sep
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Oct
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Nov
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Dec
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31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Best: Apr–Nov. Avoid: Jan–Mar. Month by month →
Warmest Jan (32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)), coolest Jul (15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C) low), wettest Jan (9 rain days), driest May (2). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Anakao: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
9 rd
Feb
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
9 rd
Mar
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
7 rd
Apr
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
4 rd
May
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
2 rd
Jun
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
2 rd
Jul
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
2 rd
Aug
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
2 rd
Sep
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
2 rd
Oct
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
3 rd
Nov
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
4 rd
Dec
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
7 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Boat from Toliara is the main link; within Anakao walk or hire a local pirogue for surf spots. No public transport.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Toliara
goDoor to door: ≈ 2 h round‑trip
Morning boat from Anakao, about 1 h each way
Visit market and port; return same day.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Anakao Ocean Lodge
Only 4‑star resort in the area; beachfront, offers rooms and bungalows.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ≈ MGA 30,000–45,000 excl. lodge
- Mid
- ≈ MGA 45,000–80,000 excl. lodge
Trip budget
| Standard room at Anakao Ocean Lodge1 × 2 nights × MGA 180,000 | MGA 360,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 2 days × MGA 55 | MGA 220 |
| Boat round‑trip Toliara–Anakao2 × MGA 50,000 · check | MGA 100,000 |
| Bottled water (5 L)2 × MGA 8,000 · check | MGA 16,000 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | MGA 47,622 |
| Trip total≈ MGA 130,961 per person per day, bed included | MGA 523,842 |
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2026 estimate in MGA; flights and boat transfers excluded.
Prices of common things
| Meal at lodge restaurant (fish or chicken) | MGA 12,000–20,000 |
| Surfboard rental (half‑day) | MGA 5,000–8,000 |
| Diving trip (2 dives) | MGA 70,000–120,000 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- No ATMs – bring cash for all expenses.
- Drinking water scarce – buy bottled water.
- Limited medical facilities – carry basic first‑aid.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 117
- Fire
- 118
- Medical
- 124
Pocket card
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Azafady, ity adiresy ityTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police117
- Fire118
- Medical124
Embassy
US consulate in Antananarivo; other embassies in Antananarivo.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Boat Toliara → Anakao (one way): ≈ MGA 50,000 per person (check)
Say or show
- Salama — Hello / Excuse me (sah‑lah‑mah)
- Ohatrinona? — How much? (oo‑ah‑tree‑no‑na)
- Te hanome rano aho — I would like water (tay ha‑no‑meh rah‑no ah‑hoo)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Anakao. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Apr–Nov (dry season, calmer seas) · avoid Jan–Mar (cyclone risk) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 1 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Boat‑to‑lodge contract for Anakao Ocean Lodge.
- Walking clusters: beach, surf spots, village centre.
Sources
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