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East Africa and the Indian Ocean

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Festivals and holidays · Madagascar

Festivals and holidays in Madagascar

The major celebrations in Madagascar, from January to December.

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JuneNational holidayIndependence DayAntananarivo and nationwide
June – Oct.TraditionFamadihana (Turning of the Bones)Central Highlands (Merina and Betsileo)
JulyFestivalWhale FestivalÎle Sainte-Marie
Aug.FestivalSômarôho FestivalNosy Be (Hell-Ville)

The dates of religious festivals change every year. Check them before booking: transport and hotels are in high demand during the major celebrations.

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North Africa

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West Africa

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Central Africa

CameroonChadCentral African RepublicEquatorial GuineaGabonRepublic of the CongoDR Congo

East Africa and the Indian Ocean

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