Great Park

Sainte Luce Reserve Best Time To Visit

By Philip Briggs
Philip is the author of the Insight Guide to Madagascar.

Excellent Good Fair Poor

The only accommodation available for travelers at Sainte Luce Reserve is closed from January to late March. The beach location makes the heat less oppressive and there is no bad time to stay here from April to December. However, December can be very hot and humid. come to the bay to calve and nurture their young from June to November.

Best Time April to November (Less rain and humidity)

High Season July to November (High-season rates apply)

Low Season April to June and December (It is less busy)

Best Weather April to October (Mild weather, less rain)

Worst Weather January to March (Wettest months)

April to September Dry Season – Winter

It rains less and humidity is low
Whales come to the bay from June to November
Reptiles and some mammals are less active from June to September

October to March Wet Season – Summer

Reptiles and some mammals are more active
Bird watching is better in the Wet season
The lodge is closed from January to late March
The access road can deteriorate badly after rain
It is very hot and the humidity is high

Best Time To Go by Major Park