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Fishing in Madagascar from Nosy Be : expeditions with catamaran
Our fishing expeditions take you from one fishing area to another, according to conditions and seasons, from Nosy Be toward more remote, unspoiled and highly productive areas.
The hotel catamaran serves as the living quarters and morning departure base, while fishing takes place from our dedicated fast boat.
Unspoiled and productive fishing areas in Madagascar
Offshore Expedition
Extreme North Expedition
On Madagascar’s northwestern coast, a mosaic of some of the country’s richest fishing grounds stretches out. From the legendary Cape San Sebastian and its pronounced underwater relief, to the renowned Courier Bay, via the surprising Intermediate Bank, these unspoiled areas offer a remarkable diversity of spots and species.
Shallow banks, coral reefs, rocky pinnacles, and steep drop offs shape a vast playground for technical, committed fishing. Trevallies, dogtooth tuna, greater amberjacks, marlins, groupers, wahoo, and other pelagics are found here in abundance, creating ideal conditions for popping, jigging, and trolling.
🟢 Fishing possible from September to June
Far South Expedition
South of Nosy Be, the prospecting area stretches along a vast coastal line, from the Radama Archipelago to Moramba Bay, via Nosy Lava and Narinda Bay. This region, still largely unspoiled, features a succession of shallow banks, coral reefs, open bays, and pronounced drop offs, perfectly suited to a wide range of fishing techniques.
By alternating popping on the plateaus to target trevallies, wahoo, barracuda, or yellowfin tuna, jigging along the breaks for dogtooth tuna, greater amberjacks, groupers, or GT, as well as bait fishing or trolling, each day offers the opportunity to explore highly varied and productive areas. A roaming style of fishing set in a spectacular environment, where the finest specimens abound.
🟢 Fishing possible from September to June
Mitsio Archipelago
Leven Bank
Nosy Be
Cordelière Bank
Intermediate Bank
Cape San Sebastian
Courier Bay
Radama Archipelago
Nosy Lava
Narinda Bay
Moramba Bay
More than 60 km offshore from Nosy Be, this expedition takes you to Madagascar’s largest offshore bank : the legendary Leven Bank and its outliers, Grand Castor Bank and Cordelière Bank.
These vast volcanic plateaus, combining shallow banks, abrupt rises, and coral formations, offer an exceptional playground that remains largely untouched.
Whether popping on the flats or jigging along the slopes and breaks, you will face the ocean’s top predators: powerful GT, dogtooth tuna, hard-fighting greater amberjacks, not to mention the pelagics that constantly patrol these extreme zones.
🟢 Fishing possible from November to May
Grand Castor Bank
Catamarans from Nosy Be
Now Now
Launched in 2004, Now Now features 4 double cabins and 4 bathrooms with shower and toilet. Although no longer brand new, it is very well maintained and perfectly suited for fishing expeditions. Cost-effective, it offers excellent value for money for itinerant fishing trips in Madagascar.
tapas
Launched in 2009, Tapas features 4 double cabins and 2 bathrooms with shower and toilet. More recent and finished to a high standard, it is impeccably maintained and offers superior comfort for fishing expeditions. Ideal for those seeking a higher level of comfort, it is a reference for itinerant fishing trips in Madagascar.
OcéAnge
Launched in 2008, OcéAnge features 4 double cabins and 2 bathrooms with shower and toilet. Pleasant and comfortable, OcéAnge is a high-standard catamaran, very well equipped for multi-day stays at sea. Its living space and quality fittings provide the ideal setting to relax after long days of fishing. It is a major asset for our sport fishing expeditions departing from Nosy Be.
Sweetest Taboo
Launched in 2008, Sweetest Taboo features 4 double cabins and 4 bathrooms with shower and toilet. Elegant and perfectly suited for multi day sailings, Sweetest Taboo is a comfortable and well equipped catamaran for stays at sea. Its generous living space and quality fittings create a pleasant environment to relax after days of big game fishing. A real asset for our sport fishing expeditions from Nosy Be.
Wild
Launched in 2005, Wild features 4 double cabins and 4 bathrooms with shower and toilet. Longer and more spacious than the other catamarans offered, its well designed interior layout and quality equipment ensure genuine comfort on board throughout the expeditions. After fishing days, its welcoming saloon offers the perfect setting to fully unwind in a pleasant atmosphere. An ideal choice for our big game fishing expeditions from Nosy Be. Wi-Fi on board.
Adiva
Launched in 2008, Adiva features 5 double cabins with private shower and toilet. Larger and more luxurious than the other catamarans offered, it delivers a premium level of service. Spacious and refined living areas together with air conditioned cabins make Adiva a true ultra high end benchmark. An excellent chef on board ensures gourmet cuisine throughout the stay. Ideal for a group of 8 anglers seeking high end comfort. Wi Fi on board.
A fast boat for fishing in Madagascar
Hull
10m by 2.6m boat, built in polyester resin and fiberglass, designed for big game fishing in Madagascar. Excellent buoyancy, outstanding stability. Optimised for four anglers.
Engine
Suzuki DF250AP V6 250hp : a modern, quiet and easy-to-handle engine, perfectly suited to the demands of sport fishing expeditions.
Equipment
GPS fishfinder with through-hull transducer, VHF radio and full safety equipment on board. Configuration dedicated to sport fishing with 26 rod holders, integrated cooler, fish box, fresh water supply and non-slip deck.
Practical information
At Nosy Be Rêves de Pêche, organisation is a top priority. Each expedition is defined at the time of booking and prepared with the utmost care. However, to ensure your safety and optimise fishing conditions, Nosy Be Rêves de Pêche reserves the right to adapt the destination according to weather or logistical conditions, with no change in price. This flexibility is an integral part of our approach and is designed to offer you the best possible experience.
The catamaran, used as a hotel base, is loaded with provisions and fuel the day before departure. On the scheduled day, the fishing departure takes place between 7:00 and 7:30 a.m. aboard the fast boat with our guests, for a first optimised day of fishing towards the chosen destination. The catamaran and its crew also depart in the morning and join the fast boat during the day.
Depending on fish activity, client expectations and the conditions encountered, the catamaran and fast boat skippers jointly define the best strategy. The catamaran may therefore change spot at the end of the day or in the morning. It acts as a mobile base camp, allowing the itinerary and fishing areas to be adapted throughout the expedition.
If weather conditions and sea state were to deteriorate, and in consultation with the manager and founder, the ongoing expedition may be redirected to another destination, notably from Leven Bank to Cape San Sebastian, in order to ensure safety and fishing quality.
For logistical reasons, a fishing expedition with catamaran is offered for a minimum duration of 5 days and a maximum of 9 days.
The expeditions can accommodate up to 8 anglers. Possibility to embark accompanying guests who remain on board the catamaran throughout the expedition, please contact us.
