Wild Madagascar

06/08/2026

Every Malagasy cocotte begins its journey in Ambatolampy.

Born from molten aluminium, shaped in earth moulds by experienced hands, polished until it shines… it waits patiently for someone to take it home.

But where will its story begin?

Perhaps it will travel hundreds of kilometres on the back of a bush taxi or a truck, crossing Madagascar from the Highlands to the coast.

Maybe it will become a true traveller itself, accompanying a truck driver day after day. And when an unexpected breakdown brings the journey to a halt, the fire is lit beside the road, and before long the cocotte is quietly simmering, turning a delay into a shared meal.

Perhaps it will spend its days in the rice fields, carried each morning with the family, feeding hardworking farmers beneath the open sky before returning home together in the evening.

Or maybe it will find its place beside a small house, on a charcoal fire in the sand near the sea, where the day’s catch becomes dinner as the sun slowly disappears beyond the horizon.

From bustling towns to remote villages…
From the green Highlands to the dry South…
From the forests of the East to the warm waters of the West…

One simple pot.
Countless journeys.
Thousands of meals.
A lifetime of memories.

Some objects are made to be used.

A Malagasy cocotte is made to become part of life.

27/07/2026

Fancy a spot of birdwatching? 🐦

Madagascar is far more than the island of lemurs.

From the lush rainforests of the east to the dry forests of the west, from the highlands to the spiny landscapes of the south and the wetlands of the north, each region reveals its own remarkable birdlife.

Some species are strikingly colourful, others blend almost perfectly into their surroundings. Some announce their presence with unmistakable calls, while others remain hidden until a brief movement catches your eye.

Birdwatching in Madagascar is rarely about ticking off a list. It is about slowing down, observing, listening, and discovering the incredible diversity that makes this island unlike anywhere else.

Every journey offers new encounters, new surprises, and another reason to return.

19/07/2026

There are places I could return to a hundred times… and still never see them the same way twice.

Madagascar’s mountains have a quiet way of capturing your heart.

Ancient inselbergs rising proudly from the plains. Endless mountain ranges fading into the horizon. Majestic table mountains standing like silent guardians over the land. From the cool high plateaus to the vast landscapes of the southwest, they accompany every journey, changing with every season and every passing hour.

Sometimes a mountain is softened by the delicate green of mango trees. Sometimes it rises beyond shimmering golden rice fields ready for harvest. Elsewhere, it towers above the dry savanna, where the warm earth and endless sky meet in perfect harmony. A small village rests peacefully in the foreground while, far beyond, the mighty Andringitra Massif watches over the land. Then there is Tsaranoro… where sheer granite walls rise dramatically into the African sky, reminding us how wonderfully small we truly are.

I have photographed many of these places countless times. Yet each visit feels like the first. A different light. A passing storm. The colours of a new season. A single cloud drifting across a familiar peak… and suddenly the entire landscape tells a new story.

That is the quiet magic of Madagascar.

It never asks you to search for beauty.

It simply invites you to stop… to look… and to fall in love all over again.

16/07/2026

A Splash of Colour on the Road to Antsirabe

As you leave Antananarivo and travel towards Antsirabe, you’ll discover one of Madagascar’s most colourful roadside treasures.

Local artisans transform natural raffia fibres into beautiful handcrafted creations: vibrant table sets, elegant hats, woven carpets, comfortable poufs, charming baskets, and even playful giraffes that bring a smile to every visitor.

Each piece is patiently woven by hand, preserving traditional craftsmanship while providing an important source of income for local families. No two creations are ever exactly alike, making every purchase a unique reminder of your journey through Madagascar.

Travelling with Wild Madagascar is also about discovering these authentic encounters—where creativity, tradition, and everyday life come together in the most colourful way.

Which handcrafted raffia piece would you take home?

13/07/2026

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25/06/2026

Once a volcanic island, Nosy Komba’s terrain and fertile soils have given rise to lush forests and pristine beaches, making it a haven for discovery and adventure.

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16/06/2026

The sun had already disappeared beyond the horizon and the white sands of Ankanin'ny Nofy were slowly surrendering to the night.

Then, among the shadows, a tiny jewel appeared.

No larger than a thumb, this little frog carried the colours of an artist's palette: white as moonlight, touched with gold and bright orange.

Moments like these remind me why Madagascar never ceases to amaze. Long after the famous sights have faded into memory, it is often the unexpected encounter with a small creature beside a quiet beach that remains in the heart.

Madagascar Reed Frog (Heterixalus madagascariensis)

📍 Ankanin'ny Nofy, Madagascar

11/06/2026

A Landscape of Beauty and Contrasts

Before descending towards Tulear, the road crosses a remarkable plateau that feels like a vast natural botanical garden. Among its treasures stands the extraordinary Alluaudia comosa, one of the many unique plants that make this region unlike anywhere else on Earth.

From the edge of the plateau, the view stretches across a fairy-tale landscape. A solitary table mountain rises from the plains, while far beyond, the blue waters of the Mozambique Channel shimmer on the horizon. It is a place of rare beauty, shaped by millions of years of evolution and home to plants found nowhere else on the planet.

Yet this landscape tells another story as well. Despite its protected status, the slow advance of charcoal production continues to leave scars across the plateau. Year after year, more empty spaces appear where dense vegetation once stood.

It is a heartbreaking reminder of the difficult balance between conservation and survival, where poverty and environmental protection often collide. The beauty remains breathtaking, but so does the urgency to protect it for future generations.