Nosy Mangabe

Nosy Mangabe
Nosy Mangabe Reserve
IUCN Category IV (Habitat/Species Management Area)
Map showing the location of Nosy Mangabe Reserve
Location of Nosy Mangabe Reserve
Location North-east Madagascar
Nearest city Maroantsetra
Coordinates 15°30′S 49°46′E / 15.5°S 49.767°E / -15.5; 49.767Coordinates: 15°30′S 49°46′E / 15.5°S 49.767°E / -15.5; 49.767
Area 5.2 km²
Established 1965
Visitors approx. 3000 (in 2005)
Governing body Madagascar National Parks Association (ANGAP) in partnership with the Wildlife Conservation Society

Nosy Mangabe is a small island reserve located in Antongil Bay about 2 km offshore from the town of Maroantsetra in eastern Madagascar. 520ha in size, it is accessible by small boat and is part of the larger Masoala National Park complex. It is a tropical rainforest preserve and sanctuary for the endangered aye-aye. It lies close enough to town for a day trip, although an overnight stay is recommended for seeing the nocturnal aye-aye. The island has a rich history of trading and piracy; on the west side of the island are rock carvings by Dutch sailors from the 16th century. British science fiction writer Douglas Adams visited the island searching for the aye-aye in one of his lesser known books, Last Chance to See. There are no permanent settlements on the island, a campsite with bathroom and kitchen facilities serves as a base camp for biologists, researchers and eco-tourists.

Shipwreck on the west shore.
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