Mada Nosy Trail

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Sports & AdventureNosy Be/Radama Islands
Dates11–19 September 2026Confirmed listing
Duration9 daysListed event span
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forCompetition, enduranceThe event's structure sets it apart from
LanguageLocal language; English access variesCurrency: MGA
CategorySports & AdventureFestival type
The story

Mada Nosy Trail in Nosy Be/Radama Islands

Mada Nosy Trail is a five-stage, 100km trail event with 1,900m of total elevation gain, connecting Nosy Be to Nosy Lava along 170km of coastline. A traditional Sakalava sailing dhow ferries runners between stage sites in the Radama Islands, part of Sahamalaza-Iles Radama National Park, with the 2026 edition scheduled for September 11-19.

The Mada Nosy Trail combines two distinct forms of travel across northwestern Madagascar's coastline: trail running and traditional sailing.
Your trip starts here
What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

The event's structure sets it apart from conventional trail races: rather than running a continuous route, participants cover 100km across five stages while being transported between stage sites aboard a traditional Sakalava sailing dhow, blending trail running with a maritime journey along 170km of coastline

02

The mystery stays covered

The course passes through the Radama Islands, including Nosy Kalakajoro, Nosy Berafia, Nosy Antanimora and Nosy Valiha, all part of Sahamalaza-Iles Radama National Park, giving runners access to a protected island chain not easily reached by other means

03

The city starts moving

This combination of protected-area running, multi-day format and traditional sailing transport makes the event as much an expedition as a race

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

A multi-stage trail race through the Radama Islands within Sahamalaza-Iles Radama National Park

Water and renewal

Living ritual

using a traditional Sakalava sailing dhow to move runners between stage sites along the coast

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

11–19 September 2026

Getting around

For route-based days, arrive early and expect normal streets around Nosy Be/Radama Islands to work differently.

What to wear

Technical trail-running gear and trail shoes for the running stages; lightweight, quick-drying clothing for time spent aboard the sailing dhow between stages.

Safety

For Mada Nosy Trail, choose safe viewing points, watch weather and leave extra time around starts, finishes or releases.

Where to stay

Stay near workable transport in Nosy Be/Radama Islands, especially if the event runs late or streets close.

Tickets/cost

Check official or local sources for ticketed areas, paid stands, and same-year access rules.

Language/currency

MGA

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map18.91 S, 47.54 EOpen in Google Maps

Nosy Be/Radama Islands, Diana, Madagascar

Nearest airportNOS — Nosy Be
TransportFor route-based days, arrive early and expect normal streets around Nosy Be/Radama Islands to work differently.
Stay areaStay near workable transport in Nosy Be/Radama Islands, especially if the event runs late or streets close.

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External travel services to turn the plan into a trip — each opens in a new tab.

How to get thereRoutes, times and prices to Nosy Be/Radama Islands via local transport.Search routesFind a place to stayStays near Nosy Be/Radama Islands, close enough for the event-day route.Browse staysFind flightsCompare fares into the nearest practical airport for September.Compare faresFestival gearTechnical trail-running gear and trail shoes for the running stages; lightweight, quick-drying clothing for time spent aboard the sailing dhow between stages.Shop the kitCheck visa requirementsSee whether you need a visa for Madagascar and apply online.Check entry rulesTravel insuranceCover for trip hiccups, gear and health on the road.Get covered

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Mada Nosy Trail?

Mada Nosy Trail is listed for 11–19 September 2026. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Mada Nosy Trail take place?

The festival is listed in Nosy Be/Radama Islands, Madagascar. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

9 days is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Official source linked. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Nosy Be/Radama Islands, Diana, Madagascar

Is it family friendly?

unknown

Sources and editorial review

About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

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Official URLmadanosytrail.com
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SourceSource link available
Listed dates11–19 September 2026
Source statusOfficial source linked
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