Foundation support
2026 levies
Miavana’s guest conservation and access levies support Time + Tide Foundation projects and its Madagascar environmental team.
Miavana by Time + Tide
Nosy Ankao, Madagascar
Private island villa resort
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What's included
2026 rates include all meals with selected premium wine, champagne, top-shelf spirits and bar drinks
3 room types
One-bedroom villa, Two-bedroom villa, Three-bedroom villa
All ages welcome
Family rooms available
By air
about 75 km from Antsiranana (Diego Suarez) airport (DIE)
Wi-Fi in rooms
Overview
About Miavana by Time + Tide
An oceanfront villa stay on Nosy Ankao, reached by arranged helicopter, with private plunge pools and a mix of island, marine and conservation-focused experiences.
Best for
FamiliesGroups
Conservation
Your stay
What's included
Board: 2026 rates include all meals with selected premium wine, champagne, top-shelf spirits and bar drinks
Included
- 2026 rates include all meals
- 2026 rates include selected premium drinks
- 2026 rates include laundry
Not included
Conservation and access fees (2026 rates: USD 300 per adult per night and USD 150 for ages 2–17; children under two are exempt). Helicopter transfers from Diego Suarez or Nosy Be, unless a current offer includes them.
Optional extras (at a cost)
2026 rates: airport assistance USD 140 per person; supervised childcare USD 30 per hour per villa; full-day deep-sea fishing (over four hours) USD 620 per trip; card payments carry a 4% service fee. Each applies only if selected or applicable.
Guided experiences and extras
2026 package
The package includes named guided experiences. Reserve-list drinks, some excursions and personal expenses cost extra.
Facilities
Comforts and facilities
At the property
- Swimming pool
- Gym
- Wine cellar
In your room
- Wi-Fi in your room
Rooms
Where you sleep
- One-bedroom villaOceanfront private villa with plunge pool; count disputed between current rack/villa page and older showcase.
- Two-bedroom villaOceanfront private villa with plunge pool; no category count imported.
- Three-bedroom villaOceanfront private villa with plunge pool; no category count imported.
Private-island villas
Choose a one-, two- or three-bedroom oceanfront villa with a private plunge pool and direct beach access. A study can be set up as a children’s room.
Layout and occupancy vary by villa.
Villa comforts
Villas have air-conditioned bedrooms, indoor and outdoor showers, a lounge and a kitchenette. Shared island facilities include an infinity pool, gym and wine cellar.
Activities
Things to do
Island experiences
2026 package
The package features guided lemur and forest walks, resort diving and snorkelling, boat cruises, cultural visits, half-day fishing and watersports. Ask which are included in your stay.
Activities depend on weather, age, guides and availability.
Experiences at extra cost
2026 package
PADI certification, helicopter adventures and private spa or yoga sessions cost extra.
These are booked and priced separately.
Getting there
How you'll arrive
- How you arrive
- By air · about 75 km from Antsiranana (Diego Suarez) airport (DIE)
- Luggage
- Soft bags only
Helicopter access
2026 flight times
The island is reached by helicopter from Diego Suarez (about 30 minutes) or Nosy Be (about one hour); there is no road route.
Helicopter movements are subject to operational and weather conditions.
Arrange flights ahead
2026 arrival terms
Share passenger weights and preferred arrival times before travel. Helicopter flights operate in daylight, may be shared and can shift with weather.
Do not rely on a late-night island arrival.
Check-in and bags
2026 helicopter terms
Check-in is from 14:00 and check-out is by 10:00. On the helicopter, the baggage limit is 20 kg of main luggage plus a 5 kg handbag per person, in soft-sided bags.
Excess luggage may not travel with you and can cost extra; arrange it before arrival.
Good to know
Before you book
- Check-in
- From 14:00
- Check-out
- By 10:00
- Children
- All ages welcome. Family rooms available
- Exclusive use
- Available
Families
Family villas
Children of all ages are welcome, and the multi-bedroom villas and convertible study suit families.
Sleeping arrangements and suitable activities are agreed when you book.
Child pricing
2026 rates
Up to two children under 14 sharing with an adult stay without an accommodation charge; conservation and access fees may still apply from age two.
Villa adult minimums and the exact child mix affect the total.
Practical details
Connected, with limits
Villas have VSAT internet; mobile coverage is limited.
Food and access requests
Family dining can be tailored. Mention any food allergies, or accessibility needs for the villa and transfers, when you book.
Booking details
Request a tailored quote
Ask Miavana’s travel designers for one written quote covering your villa, party, flights, levies and included activities.
Current offers
2026 offers
Ask about Miavana’s current offers: stays of five nights or more can include return helicopter transfers, and seven-night stays can include free nights.
Terms vary by offer.
When to go
Best time to visit
- January: Green season
- February: Green season
- March: Green season
- April: Green season
- May: Good
- June: Good
- July: Good
- August: Good
- September: Good
- October: Good
- November: Green season
- December: Green season
- Good
- Green season
Month-by-month notes
Jan
Green seasonWildlife: Warmer, wetter season with tropical showers and calmer seas.
Feb
Green seasonWildlife: Warmer, wetter season with tropical showers and calmer seas.
Mar
Green seasonWildlife: Warmer, wetter season with tropical showers and calmer seas.
Apr
Green seasonWildlife: Warmer, wetter season with tropical showers and calmer seas.
May
GoodWildlife: Warm, dry season best for humpback whale watching, kitesurfing and birdlife.
Jun
GoodWildlife: Warm, dry season best for humpback whale watching, kitesurfing and birdlife.
Jul
GoodWildlife: Warm, dry season best for humpback whale watching, kitesurfing and birdlife.
Aug
GoodWildlife: Warm, dry season best for humpback whale watching, kitesurfing and birdlife.
Sep
GoodWildlife: Warm, dry season best for humpback whale watching, kitesurfing and birdlife.
Oct
GoodWildlife: Warm, dry season best for humpback whale watching, kitesurfing and birdlife.
Nov
Green seasonWildlife: Warmer, wetter season with tropical showers and calmer seas.
Dec
Green seasonWildlife: Warmer, wetter season with tropical showers and calmer seas.
How we judge each month
- Best time to visitAmong this property's strongest months for conditions, access and key experiences.
- GoodVery favourable conditions for this property and its key experiences.A generally good time to stay, with some normal seasonal compromises.
- Green seasonWorkable for specific priorities, with notable seasonal compromises.The property operates, but seasonal conditions bring substantial trade-offs.
Warm-water pursuits
Mid-November to April brings warmer conditions for diving, snorkelling and fishing.
Suggested months for this interest
DecJanFebMarApr
Weather and marine conditions vary; no activity or sighting is guaranteed.
Wind sports
May to mid-November is cooler and suits wind sports; May to October is the kiteboarding season.
Suggested months for this interest
MayJunJulAugSepOct
Conditions vary.
Whale sightings
July to September is whale-watching season; sightings are never guaranteed.
Suggested months for this interest
JulAugSep
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Details checked September 2026. Rates and availability are confirmed when you enquire.