Belo sur Mer

Travel Notes Belo sur Mer

Belo sur Mer

Belo sur Mer is a peaceful fishing village on the west coast, known for its wide sandy beaches and dhow-building tradition. The road here is tough, but once you arrive, it’s all about slowing down and enjoying the sea.

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Things to do

  • Relax on the beach – Soft sand, warm waters and hardly any crowds. A great place to rest after the long journey.
  • Lodge activities – Your lodge can help organise snorkelling, surfing, or a visit to the village to see how traditional wooden boats (dhows) are built.

To: Manja

Distance & time

Approx. 110 km | around 4 hours

Route

  • Head further south. Today’s track demands your 4×4 gear. It’s a rough dirt track through no-man’s land. 
  • You’ll cross quicksand areas, even if it just looks like a flat sand plain.
  • Be careful: you don’t want to take the wrong direction here! Let your driver-guide or pisteur lead the way.

To: Morondava

Distance & time

Approx. 60 km | around 4 hours

Route

  • Start with a few hours of off-road driving.
  • After that, you’ll finally reach asphalt again as you enter Morondava.

Tip

  • Once in Morondava, fill up your tank and enjoy access to a supermarket — it’s been a while!
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