Masoala Forest Lodge

About Masoala:

On an untouched rainforest peninsula, accessible only on foot or by sea, there is a place truly primoridial, pristine, exotic and unspoiled... Be transported to a rainbow graced paradise, where the rain forest meets the sea… Welcome to Masoala Forest Lodge !
Nestled in a sheltered cove, surrounded by the Masoala National Park, the lodge opens onto warm, coral-rich waters of the Tampolo Marine Reserve. Here beaches stretch for miles and the sounds of a forest teeming with life will send you into a blissful reverie each night.
The lodge is designed as an eco-haven to touch lightly on earth and allow an intimate experience of this unique environment and all the diverse species that call it home.
Accessible only be foot or by boat, with a maximum capacity of just 14 guests, the lodge is a haven of tranquillity.

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The 7 palm thatched tree-houses are elevated on stilted wooden platforms, to provide uninterrupted views of forest canopy and sea and allowing visitors to experience the forest from the perspective of the lemurs and birds. This elevation from the undergrowth is also luxurious and maximizes privacy and natural ventilation from all sides

The two communal areas known as 'The Beach House' and 'The Sea Deck' are also stilted, thatched and open-plan, providing natural lighting and ventilation in a minimalist and energy-efficient style
The sea deck is spectacularly sited on the rocks overhanging the sea, with wrap around views of the sea and forested coastline and the fish below
As part of our sustainable work and community upliftment programme, we invited South African Beauty Therapist Sue Retallack to train four of the Masoala Forest Lodge team in massage therapy

Guided walks in the primary and coastal forests
Birding, mammal and reptile spotting in the lodge area and surrounding forests
Whale-watching by boat or by kayak (seasonal: mid June to mid September)
Guided river trip in a traditional dugout canoe
Guided walks to nearby cascades
Guided nocturnal walks
Cultural visit to the local village and rice fields
Sunset sail in a dugout outrigger canoe
Self-guided or guided sea kayaking
Self-guided or guided snorkelling at and around the lodge
Self-guided or guided exploration of the lodge’s private forest reserve
Private candlelit dinner on the sea deck
Complimentary tastings of Malagasy rums infused with local fruits and spices
Massage at the Masoala Forest Lodge SPA Tent As part of our sustainable work and community upliftment programme, we invited South African Beauty Therapist Sue Retallack to train four of the Masoala Forest Lodge team in massage therapy