The commune is a stop between the cities of Tamatave and Mananjary on the tour down the Canal des Pangalanes, but it can also be a point of arrival or departure for shorter cruises, of about 2 days, to Mananjary. Between Vatomandry and Mahanoro, today nature has reclaimed the area, and vegetation blocks navigation through this portion.
Not far from the town centre, you'll find a stream that never dries up, and legend has it that these waters have medicinal properties, which is how the town got its name - Mahanoro - which means "that which heals" in Malagasy. Aside from enjoying the beautiful beach, you can also explore the region's impressive waterfalls, which rise to heights of more than 260 feet.
The commune is a stop between the cities of Tamatave and Mananjary on the tour down the Canal des Pangalanes, but it can also be a point of arrival or departure for shorter cruises, of about 2 days, to Mananjary. Between Vatomandry and Mahanoro, today nature has reclaimed the area, and vegetation blocks navigation through this portion.
Not far from the town centre, you'll find a stream that never dries up, and legend has it that these waters have medicinal properties, which is how the town got its name - Mahanoro - which means "that which heals" in Malagasy. Aside from enjoying the beautiful beach, you can also explore the region's impressive waterfalls, which rise to heights of more than 260 feet.
