Mananjary

Located at the mouth of the Mananjary River in the Vatovavy-Fitovinany region, Mananjary lies on the banks of the famous Pangalanes Canal. Lying in the heart of Madagascar’s Vanilla Route the area is known for its vanilla, coffee, cacao, olives, rice, and spice production. Visitors cruising the canal, en route to or from Tamatave, can enjoy a pleasant stopover in this little town. Some highlights include: exploring the surrounding spice plantations, learning about local Malagasy culture, and sampling traditional cuisine.