Belo sur Mer & Kirindy-Mitea National Park
Belo sur Mer - Snorkeling & Sailing: On Madagascar's Vezo (south-western) coast the village of Belo sur Mer is one of the last remaining outposts for the construction of large wooden sailing vessels. The majority of transport of goods and people in the region are powered by sail without motor support. Belo sur Mer is the center for building and operating the famous 'boutres' (gaffe-rigged goelettes) sailing ships along the coast.Belo sur Mer is 60 km south of Morondava and reachable by sea and 4X4. A group of seven offshore islands provide superb snorkeling and SCUBA diving. In association with local hotels the Chez Maggie offers two to five-day packages.
See: Traditional Sailing
Kirindy-Mitea National Park - Forest Exploration:
This new and seldom visited national park is where the western and southern ecosystems meet. An area of tropical dry forest and littoral spiny forest featuring: most species of lemurs (including ringtails); 30 species of birds (many rare and endangered waterfowl) and three species of baobabs. This outstanding park encompasses seven off shore islands, coastal mangroves, dunes, lakes and beaches.
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SOS: Belo sur Mer
Cyclone Fanele: On January 21, 2009 Belo sur Mer was devastated by the tropical cyclone, Fanele. 95% of the homes and public buildings destroyed along with the hospital and all schools! We ask for your support on behalf of the people of Belo sur Mer to rebuild schools, churches and their lives. Please join us in supporting the recovery effort. Any and all support is welcome. Thank You!
Please Contact: SOS Belo sur Mer | Email: belosurmer@free.fr
