Discover Mahajanga with The 5/5 Hotel’s guides: things to do, places to visit, weather, history and where to stay. Local tips for a great trip.

The 5/5 Hotel — Mahajanga, Madagascar

Discover Mahajanga

What’s new in Mahajanga? (updated November 2026)

  • Late August 2026: first edition of the Miara-Miabo festival at the Village touristique, covered in our article on the history of Mahajanga.
  • New day-trip idea: the natural pool at Ambanjabe, 25 km away on the RN4, in our places to visit.
  • Holidays, festivals, rainy season: the 2026 calendar is in our weather guide.
Things to do in Mahajanga, Madagascar
Things to do

10 must-do activities in Mahajanga

Cirque Rouge, seafront, local markets… discover everything Mahajanga has to offer.

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Places to visit in Mahajanga, Madagascar
Places to visit

The most beautiful places to visit around Mahajanga

Beaches, baobabs, forests… a complete guide to the sites not to miss in Mahajanga.

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History of Mahajanga, Madagascar
History & Culture

History of Mahajanga: Madagascar’s city of flowers

From its Arab origins to French colonisation, dive into Mahajanga’s rich past.

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Mahajanga weather: when to go
Travel

Mahajanga weather: when to visit?

Dry season or rains, month by month: everything you need to plan your trip to Mahajanga.

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Cheap hotel in Mahajanga
Stay

Cheap hotel in Mahajanga: our tips for choosing well

Budget, location, key criteria: the complete guide to choosing where to stay.

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