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Toamasina: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Toamasina, meaning "like salt" or "salty", unofficially and in French Tamatave or in the past as Port aux prunes, is the capital of the Atsinanana region on the east coast of Madagascar on the Indian Ocean.

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Now in the cityToamasina+25°CClear night · sunrise 05:02 AMupdated 08:38 PM
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Exchange rateAr 4,579.09per 1 $MGA — the local currencyas of Nov 2, 2026

Getting there and staying

2 sources · As of November 3, 2026
Source: TravelHub · OurAirports (public domain)

Visa and practicalities

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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

Getting hereOurAirports (public domain)
Toamasina Ambalamanasy Airport TMM4.1 km from the centre
Sainte Marie Airport SMS125 km from the centre
Ivato International Airport TNR215 km from the centre
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