Antsiranana Travel Guide
Madagascar
Antsiranana is a city of around 83,000 people in northern Madagascar. It is also known as Diego Suarez and sits on the country’s northern coast, making it a useful base for exploring the surrounding coastline.
Most visitors arrive via Antsiranana/Arrachart Airport, also known by the code DIE. Ramena Beach is the named nearby beach, 9.7 kilometres from the city, offering a straightforward coastal outing.
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Know before you go
Pays in MGA
Plug type Type C & Type D & Type E & Type J & Type K (UK adapter needed)
Emergency 117
Dial code +261
Tipping: Tipping is appreciated for good service in Madagascar, but not always expected. It's becoming more common in tourist areas.
Best time to visit Antsiranana
Jan
29°27Feb
30°23Mar
30°23Apr
30°18May
31°7Jun
30°3Jul
30°2Aug
30°1Sep
30°1Oct
31°3Nov
32°11Dec
31°23Average daily maximums with rainy days per month, from the last three years of weather history.
Beaches near Antsiranana
Ramena Beach
9.7 km away
Things to do in Antsiranana
Église Adventiste Francophone Diego
religious organization
4 km
FJKM Tanambao Antsiranana
religious organization
3.4 km
Fiangonana Advantista Tanambao Centre
christian place of worship
4.4 km
Fjkm Antseranana Fahazavana
religious organization
4.8 km
Flm Toby Mahatsinjo
christian place of worship
4.7 km
Obby One Ranch
amusement park
3.5 km
Diegosuarèz
historic site
4.3 km
1900 Urban Space
art gallery
5 km
Getting there
Antsiranana/Arrachart Airport · 2.6 km
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