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Sambava: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Sambava is a city and commune at the east coast of northern Madagascar. It is the capital of Sambava District and Sava Region. The population of the commune was 84,039 in as of the 2018 commune census.

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Now in the citySambava+27°CPartly cloudy · sunrise 05:03 AMupdated 07:09 PM
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Exchange rateAr 4,579.09per 1 $MGA — the local currencyas of Nov 2, 2026

Getting there and staying

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Safety and health

Safety · official adviceour data as of Nov 3, 2026
UK Foreign Office (FCDO)No restrictionsNo travel restrictions in force.
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Addition of information on Ebola entry requirements (‘Entry requirements’ page)

US State DepartmentLevel 2Watch your surroundings and belongings more closely than usual.
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Exercise increased caution to Madagascar due to crime , unrest , and health . Some areas have increased risk. Crime Violent crime, such as armed robbery and assault, occurs throughout Madagascar, particularly after dark, in remote areas, and along major national roads in the south and western areas of the country. Petty crime is common, especially in tourist locations.

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory

Getting here

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Sambava Airport SVB1.6 km from the centre
Maroantsetra Airport WMN139 km from the centre
Nosy Be International Airport NOS226 km from the centre
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