Toamasina
Toamasina Shore Excursions – Gateway to Madagascar’s East Coast
Discover Toamasina on a private shore excursion with Bakadi Dreams – the personal way to explore the largest port city on Madagascar’s tropical east coast. Also known by its French name Tamatave, Toamasina is the second-largest city in Madagascar and the country’s most important natural harbour on the Indian Ocean.
Toamasina has a colourful and turbulent history, having passed through Portuguese, French, British and Merina hands over the centuries. After being destroyed by a cyclone in 1927 the city was completely rebuilt, and today its palm-lined avenues, bustling markets and warm Malagasy hospitality make it a fascinating place to explore.
From here you can discover the rich culture of the city itself, cruise the historic Pangalana Canal or venture into the lush nature of the Ivoloina park to meet Madagascar’s famous lemurs.
Every Bakadi Dreams excursion runs in a small, private group with a friendly English-speaking guide, at a relaxed pace and with a guaranteed return to your cruise ship in good time.
Why book your Toamasina excursion with Bakadi Dreams?
- Friendly English-speaking guides
- Small, private groups – no big coach crowds
- Guaranteed return to your cruise ship
- 20+ years of experience with cruise passengers
Shore Excursions from Toamasina
Toamasina is the largest port of Madagascar on the east coast. From here our private shore excursions reach lemur parks, quiet canals and tropical rainforest. Moreover, every tour includes a friendly English-speaking guide. Above all, we guarantee a relaxed pace and a punctual return to your cruise ship.







